I teach 20 economically, culturally, and intellectually diverse kindergarten students in an urban school district. In my classroom, I strive to ensure that each child's needs are met, whether they are emotional, physical, or academic. Kindergarten is the foundation for a child's future academic success. I try to foster a love for learning as I teach them how to read, express themselves through writing, investigate scientific topics, and apply mathematical concepts. All my students are very unique with varying interests.
Our kindergarten class is full of 20 excited and passionate students who are eager to become lifelong learners.
My class is just one of four kindergarten classrooms in our school. As a grade level, we try to provide many events that give children an opportunity to gain experiences that they would not have had otherwise. One such event is the Fairy Tale Ball, which allows students to dress up as their favorite fairy tale characters and are announced as they walk down the red carpet. They are taught the proper etiquette for asking and receiving a dance invitation and how to behave in a formal setting. I believe that each student deserves as many opportunities as possible.
My Project
Students love building and creating with their hands! STEM education is extremely important for students, especially in early education. STEM helps to foster student's critical thinking and increase science literacy. In kindergarten, we have gotten so in-depth with literacy and math that science has been put as an afterthought. STEM toys will provide children with the skills necessary for the next generation of innovators.
We must bring science back to the classroom.
With these stem materials, we can do that in my class. The students will use these materials on a daily basis, switching them out every month. They will be provided their own set of STEM materials daily, and I will be able to see science in my classroom through these materials. With these toys, my students will be able to increase their IQ, promote problem-solving skills, and develop social and emotional intelligence.
I can not wait to see how my students get creative with these STEM toys you provide for them!
Nearly all 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
PicassoTiles PTB120 120pcs Bristle Shape 3D Building Blocks Tiles Construction Toy Set Learning Playset STEM Toy Set Educational Kit Child Branin Development Preschool Kindergarten Toy
• Amazon Business
$25.00
6
$150.00
CMS Magnetics156 PC Magnetic Building Set w/ 2.29" Long Multi-Color Sticks! Magnetic Building Toy for Kids & Adults! Nice Preschool Magnetic Learning Toy! Building Blocks & Tiles
• Amazon Business
$23.55
6
$141.30
EOOUT 24pcs Plastic Envelopes Poly Zip Envelopes Files Zipper Folders, A4 Size/Letter Size, 10 Colors, for School and Office Supplies
• Amazon Business
$13.99
4
$55.96
Play-Doh Modeling Compound 36 Pack Case of Colors, Non-Toxic, Assorted Colors, 3 Oz Cans (Amazon Exclusive)
• Amazon Business
$24.99
2
$49.98
PLUS PLUS - 240 Piece Basic Mix - Construction Building Stem/Steam Toy, Mini Puzzle Blocks for Kids
• Amazon Business
$14.99
3
$44.97
EMIDO Building Blocks Kids Educational Toys STEM Toys Building Discs Sets Interlocking Solid Plastic for Preschool Kids Boys and Girls, Safe Material for Kids - 120 Pieces with Storage Bag
• Amazon Business
$13.98
3
$41.94
AveryLu 500 PCS Building Toy Building Blocks Bars Different Shape Educational Construction Engineering Set 3D Puzzle, Interlocking Creative Connecting Kit, Building Construction Toys A Great STEM Toy
• Amazon Business
$16.99
2
$33.98
Materials cost
$518.13
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$42.75
3rd party payment processing fee
$7.77
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$598.65
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$105.64
Total project goal
$704.29
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$704.29
12 Donors
-$573.42
Donations toward project cost
-$492.41
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$81.01
match offer
-$125.00
Match offer toward project cost
-$106.25
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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