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Ms. Lowe from Brooklyn, NY is requesting lab equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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MS.Lowe's Garden

Help me give my students a beautiful garden that will help the learn about the importance of gardening.

  • 5 donors
  • $170 goal

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My Project

I am requesting these planting supplies to create a hands-on, engaging learning experience for my students. Incorporating plants into the classroom provides an opportunity to teach valuable life skills, foster responsibility, and encourage creativity. The specific items I’m requesting will allow us to build a small indoor garden, which will serve as both a learning tool and a calming space for students.

Learn about biology: By observing plant growth, students will develop a deeper understanding of concepts such as photosynthesis, plant life cycles, and ecosystems.

Improve fine motor skills: Planting seeds, watering, and caring for the plants require hands-on involvement, helping students improve their dexterity and coordination.

Practice responsibility: Taking care of plants will encourage students to develop a sense of responsibility, as they will need to water and monitor the plants regularly.

Enhance critical thinking: By tracking the growth and making adjustments (like adjusting sunlight or water levels), students will develop problem-solving and observational skills.

Goals for This Project

The main goals for this project are:

To create a dynamic learning environment: By integrating plant care into our curriculum, I aim to make science and environmental studies more tangible and relevant to students’ daily lives.

To foster a sense of community and teamwork: Students will work together to care for the plants, learning cooperation and communication.

To provide an outlet for emotional expression: Plants can offer a soothing, calming presence in the classroom, helping students manage stress and emotions, especially those who may struggle with anxiety.

Ms. Lowe PS 316 Elijah G Stroud Grades PreK-2

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

Equity Focus

At this school, more than 50% of students are Black, Latino, and/or Native American, and more than 50% come from low-income households. Learn how your donation to this school supports a more equitable education.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

More about Ms. Lowe

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

20 students impacted 5donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Carolina Professional Potting Soil 16 L • Carolina Biological Supply Company $13.77 2 $27.54
Live Aromatic and Healthy Herb - Eucalyptus (4 Per Pack) - Assorted Varieties, Natural Air Purifier, 10" Tall by 3" Wide • Amazon Business $24.66 1 $24.66
Live Aromatic and Edible Herb - Lavender (4 Per Pack), Natural Sleep Enhancer, 6" Tall by 4" Wide in 1 Pint Pot • Amazon Business $23.71 1 $23.71
Buxus Japonica Plant (1G), Boxwood Shrubs Live in Planters for Outdoor Plants Live Evergreen Trees Live Plants, Live Outdoor Plants Potted Plants Live Outdoor, Live Trees Live Plant by Plants for Pets • Amazon Business $18.73 1 $18.73
foxany 30 Pcs 3" Plants Nursery Pot, Thick Plastic Square Colorful Flower Planting Pots, Plant Seedling Pots, Seed Starting Pots with Saucers - Multi 30 Pcs • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99

Materials cost

$108.63

Vendor shipping charges

 $3.58

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.63

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$143.84

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$25.38

Total project goal

$169.22

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $169.22

4 Donors

-$114.81

Donations toward project cost

-$101.34

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$13.47

match offer

-$50.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$42.50

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$7.50

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$4.41

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 $0.00

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