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Ms. Fischer from Martinez, CA is requesting supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Inspiring A Love of Learning

My students need sand and water tables, kid sofas, 13 books and literacy kits, balance bikes and helmets to meet their developmental needs.

  • $2,775 goal

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My Students

Do you remember when you were first learning to read or to ride a bike? Do you remember the magic of experimenting with sand and water? Help me create a space where my students can explore books, their own balance and early science.

Kindergarten today is much more academic than what you may remember from your own school days.

The youngest students in the class are often at a disadvantage as they try to compete with peers who may be a full year older than them. I am excited to be teaching a transitional kindergarten class this year, offering children with fall birthdays a developmentally appropriate curriculum aligned with kindergarten standards. For many of my students, this is their first experience with formal education. I have 24 students in my class. They are energetic, curious and so ready to learn. This year will lay the foundation to their future success in education. I want them to end the year with a love for school and learning, and ready to be leaders in their kindergarten class next year. My students are very diverse, both socio-economically and culturally. They are smart, sweet, and sometimes sassy. I love teaching this age group!

My Project

Although most of my students will not be reading by the end of this year, I want them to love books and want to continue learning to read. The sofas that I am requesting are made specifically for smaller children and will create a cozy nook next to our book shelves. They will be intrigued by the smaller size and will be more likely to relax and enjoy the books. The new books are highly engaging and perfect for emerging readers. The sand and water tables will help my students sensory development and will allow us to do mini science experiments. My students have a lot of energy when we go out to our blacktop. Their ability to focus in class is definitely enhanced by our breaks for physical activity. Many of my students do not know how to ride a bike. Instead of simply running around the playground, they will be able to scoot along on balance bikes and begin to understand the balance required for successful bike riding.

The sand and water tables, sofas, books and balance bikes will promote inquisitiveness and learning while meeting the developmental needs of my students.

Your donation will greatly enhance my students' enjoyment and learning during this first, crucial year of formal education.

Ms. Fischer John Swett Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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More than a third of students from low‑income households Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. Learn more

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
KIT TABLE SAND AND WATER WITH COVER • School Specialty $275.07 2 $550.14
SOFA SCHOOL AGE VINYL TEAL • School Specialty $228.87 2 $457.74
Nutcase Little Nutty Paint Fight Bike Helmet, X-Small • Amazon $60.00 4 $240.00
Kazam Orange Balance Bike • Amazon $99.95 1 $99.95
Kazam Balance Bike (Red) • Amazon $99.95 1 $99.95
Kazam Balance Bike (Blue) • Amazon $97.95 1 $97.95
Kazam Balance Bike (Green) • Amazon $89.99 1 $89.99
BOOK READING BIG HUNGRY BEAR STORYSACK • School Specialty $56.85 1 $56.85
LITERACY BAG SNOWY DAY • School Specialty $37.99 1 $37.99
MISS ANYWEATHER PIG PLUSH • School Specialty $37.99 1 $37.99
LITERACY BAG FIVE LITTLE MONKEYS • School Specialty $37.99 1 $37.99
MAGNETIC CALENDAR AND WEATHER SET • School Specialty $25.83 1 $25.83
DOLL DUCK AND GOOSE DOLLS • School Specialty $15.19 1 $15.19
PLUSH PETE THE CAT DOLL 14 1/2 INCHES • School Specialty $14.72 1 $14.72
That Is Not a Good Idea! • Amazon $13.28 1 $13.28
Exclamation Mark • Amazon $13.28 1 $13.28
BOOK PLAY SAND AND WATER • School Specialty $12.92 1 $12.92
Pete the Cat and His Four Groovy Buttons • Amazon $12.68 1 $12.68
Pete the Cat: Rocking in My School Shoes • Amazon $12.68 1 $12.68
Ol' Mama Squirrel • Amazon $12.68 1 $12.68
Daredevil: The Daring Life of Betty Skelton • Amazon $12.23 1 $12.23
The Day the Crayons Quit • Amazon $10.49 1 $10.49
If You Want to See a Whale • Amazon $10.19 1 $10.19
Steam Train, Dream Train • Amazon $10.19 1 $10.19
Pete the Cat: I Love My White Shoes • Amazon $8.72 1 $8.72

Materials cost

$1,991.62

Vendor shipping charges

 $124.74

Sales tax

 $182.23

3rd party payment processing fee

$29.87

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$2,358.46

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$416.20

Total project goal

$2,774.66

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $2,774.66

1 Donor

-$2,774.66

Donations toward project cost

-$2,358.46

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$416.20

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