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Mrs. Brown from Millville, NJ is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Odds and Ends

Help me give my students an organized, fun classroom. These are all little odds and ends that will not only help my classroom run smoothly, but, will also keep my students motivated to learn.

  • This project is not currently eligible for funding.
  • $989 goal

My Project

My project is a plethora of things that will help my students and I stay organized and motivated throughout the school year. I intend on using the claw machines as incentives for the students to hand in assignments and make good choices.

All of these odds and ends (storage bins, markers, pencil sharpener, etc.) have specific purposes for my classroom.

Mostly to keep me sane, and to keep the kids motivated to learn.

The headphones are very important for the following reasons:

Personalized Learning: Students can use headphones to listen to instructional videos, audio lessons, or educational podcasts tailored to their learning pace and style. This allows each student to receive information in a way that suits them best, without disturbing others.

Minimize Distractions: In a busy classroom environment, headphones help students focus on their own tasks by reducing external noise and interruptions. This is particularly useful during individual work or assessments.

Accessibility: For students with special needs or those who require additional support, headphones can provide access to accommodations such as audio-based learning materials, speech-to-text tools, or language translation services.

Language Learning: Headphones enable students to practice listening to and speaking a new language through interactive programs or language learning apps, fostering language acquisition skills.

Improved Concentration: When used appropriately, headphones can help students stay engaged in their work by creating a personal bubble of concentration, especially in classrooms with varying levels of noise.

Respect for Others: Using headphones can promote respectful behavior in shared learning spaces by minimizing disruptions to classmates and the teacher during group activities or independent study periods.

All of these odds and ends have specific purposes for my classroom. Mostly to keep me sane, and to keep the kids motivated to learn.

Mrs. Brown
Grades 3-5

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Barks Classroom Headphones (10 Pack): On-Ear Premium Student Bulk Headphones: Perfect for Kids, Grades K-12, Schools & for Class Sets (Great Value, Durable, Noise Reducing, Comfortable, Easy-to-Clean) • Amazon Business $72.97 5 $364.85
Avery Printable Self-Adhesive Plastic Tabs, 1-1/4", White, 96/Pack (16280) • Quill.com $13.13 5 $65.65
IRIS USA Medium 3-Drawer Desktop Organizer with Open Tray Top, 2 Pack, Plastic Drawer Storage Container for Stationery Art Craft Supplies, White • Amazon Business $31.49 2 $62.98
Crayola Broad Line Markers Classpack (256 Ct), Bulk School Supplies For Teachers, Kids Markers For School, Classroom Supplies • Amazon Business $61.99 1 $61.99
Klozenet 11 inch storage cubes 8-pack, Fun Colored kids cube storage bins, with 2 plastic handle, foldable Cubby Organizers for Home, Kids Room, Nursery and Playroom, Closet and Toys Organization, • Amazon Business $26.99 2 $53.98
Bundaloo Claw Machine Arcade Game with Sound, Cool Fun Mini Candy Grabber Prize Dispenser Vending Toy for Kids, Boys & Girls • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99
AFMAT Electric Pencil Sharpener for Colored Pencils 7-11.5mm, Fully Automatic Pencil Sharpener, Robot Pencil Sharpener, Rechargeable Hands-Free Pencil Sharpener for Large Pencils, Home, Classroom • Amazon Business $30.00 1 $30.00
Kinetic Sand, The Original Moldable Play Sand, 3.25lbs Beach Sand, Sensory Toys for Kids Ages 3 and up (Amazon Exclusive) • Amazon Business $14.99 2 $29.98
EOOUT 24pcs Mesh Zipper Pouch Bags, A4 Zipper Bags for Organizing Storage, Waterproof Zipper Pouches, Letter Size, File Bags for School, Toys, Puzzle, Board Games and Office Supplies • Amazon Business $12.99 2 $25.98
IRIS USA Plastic Stacking Desk Top 3-Drawer Storage Organizer, 4-Pack, for Makep Vanity Nail Polish Bathroom Stationery Art Craft Supplies Kitchen Office Garage and Small Organization, Small, White • Amazon Business $24.74 1 $24.74
Small Stuffed Animals Bulk, Cute Stuffed Animal Keychains Bulk, Safari Stuffed Animals Plush Toy Elephant Giraffe • Amazon Business $20.89 1 $20.89
9527 Product 2" x 1" Sticker Labels Direct Thermal Labels 1000 Labels Per Roll • Amazon Business $8.81 2 $17.62

Materials cost

$798.65

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$11.98

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$840.63

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$148.35

Total project goal

$988.98

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