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

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Let's Get Clubbin', LEGO Clubbin' that Is...

Help me give my students access to LEGO club, where they can improve their fine motor skills, ability to follow spoken directions, and social skills allowing them to collaborate towards a shared goal and create lasting friendship.

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My Project

Creating a LEGO club within speech and language therapy groups can offer invaluable opportunities for both personal and academic growth. LEGO bricks are more than just toys; they serve as tools for fostering creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork. In a structured club environment, students can engage in hands-on activities that stimulate critical thinking and spatial awareness. They are encouraged to work together, communicate, and share ideas, all of which enhance social skills and self-confidence. For children who may not have access to such educational resources at home, which is common in Brownsville, this time provides an enriching space where learning is made fun and interactive, promoting cognitive development while nurturing a sense of accomplishment.

Beyond the educational benefits, a LEGO club can help address the emotional and social needs of students in a low socioeconomic area.

Many children from disadvantaged backgrounds face challenges such as limited access to after-school activities, peer networks, and creative outlets. A LEGO club can serve as a safe and supportive space for students to connect with others, express themselves, and build positive relationships. It offers a break from the pressures of their environment, helping to reduce stress and fostering a sense of belonging. This combination of creative engagement, skill-building, and emotional support can play a crucial role in boosting students' overall well-being and academic motivation.

Your donation can help provide LEGO sets to children in need, giving them access to a creative and educational outlet they wouldn't otherwise have. Every contribution brings us closer to building brighter futures through hands-on learning and imaginative play!

Ms. Giangrande Brooklyn Envir Exploration School Grades 6-8

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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Brooklyn, NY View local requests

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

40 students impacted 6donors

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
LEGO Architecture New York City 21028, Build It Yourself New York Skyline Model Kit for Adults and Kids (598 Pieces),Multicolor • Amazon Business $46.49 1 $46.49
LEGO - Creator 3 in 1 Retro Roller Skate Toy 31148 • Best Buy Education $29.99 1 $29.99
LEGO - Icons Plum Blossom Flower Dcor Display Set for Office Dcor 10369 • Best Buy Education $29.99 1 $29.99
LEGO Creator 3 in 1 Exotic Parrot Building Toy Set, Transforms to 3 Different Animal Figures - from Colorful Parrot, to Swimming Fish, to Cute Frog, Creative Toys for Kids Ages 7 and Up, 31136 • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
LEGO Minecraft The Swamp Adventure 21240, Building Game Construction Toy with Alex and Zombie Figures in Biome, Birthday Gift Idea for Kids Ages 8+ • Amazon Business $8.29 1 $8.29

Materials cost

$130.75

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.96

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$162.71

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$28.71

Total project goal

$191.42

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $191.42

5 Donors

-$128.21

Donations toward project cost

-$108.98

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$19.23

match offer

-$63.21

Match offer toward project cost

-$53.73

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$9.48

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 $0.00

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