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Mr. Karran from Brooklyn, NY is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Jump Into Hands-on Learning and Exploration!

Help me give my students the opportunities to become super learners as they grow!

  • $672 goal

This project expired on May 4, 2025.

This project expired on May 4, 2025.

My Project

I request your support in providing manipulative toys for our classroom to enrich our students’ hands-on learning experiences. Manipulatives play a critical role in fostering children's cognitive and social development. By engaging with these tools, students can explore, investigate, and grasp new concepts in an interactive and meaningful way. As they manipulate objects, they not only build essential skills such as problem-solving, critical thinking, and fine motor development but also gain a deeper understanding of our lessons. Additionally, these materials encourage free play and peer collaboration, creating opportunities for children to grow socially and emotionally. In a nurturing and inclusive environment, manipulatives help students acclimate to new information while fostering curiosity, creativity, and confidence. Your support in providing these valuable resources will have a lasting impact on our students’ learning journey. Thank you so much for considering this request. I am excited about the possibilities these materials can bring to our classroom and would be happy to discuss this further if needed.

Mr. Karran PS 316 Elijah G Stroud Grades PreK-2

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Brooklyn, NY View local requests

More than half 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

18 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Kaplan Early Learning Jumbo Washable Stamp Pads - Set of 9 • Kaplan Early Learning Company $61.16 1 $61.16
Lakeshore Take-Along Train Station • Lakeshore Learning Materials $59.99 1 $59.99
Easy-Stack Cardboard Blocks - Master Set • Lakeshore Learning Materials $49.99 1 $49.99
Lakeshore Hardwood Construction Vehicles • Lakeshore Learning Materials $39.99 1 $39.99
Wooden Dollhouse Furniture Set - 27 Piece Kit - Living Room, Bedroom and Kitchen Accessories, 100% Natural Wood, Nontoxic Paint, Smooth Edges • Amazon Business $33.99 1 $33.99
Lakeshore Alphabet Stamps - Lowercase • Lakeshore Learning Materials $16.99 2 $33.98
68 Pieces Scrapbook Paper Punch Hole Punches Shape Mini Gift Card Punch Small Scrapbooking Shape Cutters for Kids Nail Arts Stamp Supplies DIY Craft Fun Projects, 68 Styles • Amazon Business $31.99 1 $31.99
Lakeshore Block Play Traffic Signs • Lakeshore Learning Materials $29.99 1 $29.99
Lakeshore Mini Stampers Marker Tub • Lakeshore Learning Materials $27.99 1 $27.99
Jenaai 120 Pcs Star Stem Building Toys Plastic Connector Blocks for Teenagers with Tote Kindergarten and Preschool Table Preschool Manipulatives Sets Gift for Daughter and Son • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
Coogam Letters Matching Eggs 26PCS ABC Alphabet Color Sorter Puzzle Easter Travel Bingo Game Uppercase Learning Fine Motor Skill Montessori Gift for Year Old Kids • Amazon Business $24.98 1 $24.98
Epoch Everlasting Play Little Tuffies Construction Vehicles • Kaplan Early Learning Company $20.66 1 $20.66
LEGO Classic Medium Creative Brick Box 10696 Building Toy Set - Featuring Storage, Includes Train, Car, and a Tiger Figure, and Playset for Kids, Boys, and Girls Ages 4-99 • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99
Meland Construction Toy Trucks - 8 Mini Boys Car Toys with Police Cars, Fire Rescue Cars, Playmat & Road Signs, Toddler Car Toys for Boys Age 3,4,5,6 Year Old Birthday Christmas • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
Color & Number Matching Egg Toy - Number Sorting & Color Recognition Learning Toy for Toddlers - Preschool Game - Montessori Education - Easter Eggs • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
TOY Life 28 PCS Construction Toys Construction Cake Topper, Small Construction Vehicles, Sandbox Toys for Boys, Small Construction Car Truck Excavator Toys Construction Party Favors Gifts for Boys • Amazon Business $11.97 1 $11.97
Bertiveny Teacher Stamps for Grading Classroom，Parent Signature Self-Inking Teacher Stamp Set School Supplies for Homework Reward for Elementary, 8 pcs(Rainbow) • Amazon Business $9.98 1 $9.98
nutty toys Pop Tubes - Sensory Toys - Toddler Toys |8 Pack Large| Endless Creativity & Fun for Kids - Connect & Pop! Top ADHD Autism Fidget 2024, Best Boy & Girl Christmas Stocking Stuffers Gift Idea • Amazon Business $8.97 1 $8.97

Materials cost

$520.59

Vendor shipping charges

 $12.10

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.81

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$570.50

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$100.68

Total project goal

$671.18

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