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Ms. Simmons from Columbia, SC is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Meaningful Math: Math Manipulatives for the Classroom

Help me give my students hands-on manipulatives to visually see different concepts for math!

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My Project

Math manipulatives, such as counting blocks, fraction circles, and geometric shapes, provide students with tangible tools to explore mathematical concepts. This hands-on approach helps make abstract ideas more concrete, improving comprehension and retention.

Using manipulatives makes learning interactive and fun.

This increased engagement can spark curiosity and a positive attitude toward math, especially for students who may struggle with traditional teaching methods. Every student learns differently. Visual and kinesthetic learners, in particular, benefit from manipulatives because they allow them to see and physically engage with mathematical ideas, making lessons more inclusive and effective.

Manipulatives help students visualize problems and experiment with solutions, fostering critical thinking and problem-solving skills. They encourage students to explore multiple methods for solving a problem.

Ms. Simmons Jackson Creek Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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Columbia, SC 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

18 students impacted 2donors

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
(Pack of 10) 39" Wood Double-Sided Meter Stick Yardstick/Meterstick Ruler 39 Inches 100 Centimeters Thick High quality Sticks • Amazon Business $28.99 2 $57.98
Aizweb 12 Pack Place Value Dry Erase Board Card,12" x 9"Regrouping Base Ten Small Whiteboard Math Manipulatives Addition Subtraction Game for Student Classroom Must Have Homeschool Teacher Supplies • Amazon Business $12.99 2 $25.98
Lakeshore Magnetic Base 10 Set • Lakeshore Learning Materials $10.99 2 $21.98
Lakeshore Magnetic Coins • Lakeshore Learning Materials $9.99 2 $19.98

Materials cost

$125.92

Vendor shipping charges

 $2.10

Sales tax

 $8.88

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.89

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$168.79

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$29.79

Total project goal

$198.58

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $198.58

2 Donors

-$198.58

Donations toward project cost

-$168.79

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$29.79

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