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Mrs. Allard's STEAM Lab from San Diego, CA is requesting lab equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Picture-Perfect Science Supplies 2

Help me give my students experiment tools needed for the activities in NSTA's Even More Picture Perfect Science Lessons: a seed mysteries kit, seed dispersal kit, bird feeders, Dynamo Torches, maps, butterfly pavilion, fossils, and more.

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My Students

My small school is set in a suburban community near military housing. Even though my school is within a large metropolitan city, it feels like a small community and sheltered; an "island in the hills." Within those hills, we have a variety of ethnicities and socioeconomic backgrounds, as well as several families that have moved here from other countries. Many of our students are grappling with parents being deployed.

My students are exuberant and creative, and I am constantly challenged to investigate new opportunities for them to test the waters in STEM/STEAM learning--and tailor the activities for all grade levels, transitional kindergarten through grade five!

Our STEAM Lab and Makerspace has gone through many changes over the years, and we are keeping in step with new thinking and methodology by focusing on the three-dimensional design of the Next Generation Science Standards. We also make a concerted effort to incorporate exposures to technology, engineering, art, and mathematical applications, and make it relevant to their world and interests. The curriculum is student-driven, and ever-morphing to meet their needs.

As the TK-5th STEAM Lab teacher, I feel I have the best job ever!

My Project

This project is to supply my classroom with the tools needed to teach the activities featured in the book "Even More Picture Perfect Science Lessons." A previously funded project provided most of the picture books needed for the lessons, while this project includes the supplies that coordinate with those books.

Picture Perfect supplies will help make Picture Perfect lessons happen in my STEAM classroom.

Help build the resources and supplies needed to teach these lessons. The lessons are NGSS and inquiry-based, engaging, easy to access for all learners, and fun for me to teach!

My students need a collection of seeds and tools, such as socks, to study seed structure and dispersal. To coordinate with the seeds, we also need bird feeders. Other activities call for Dynamo Torches, gloves, maps, butterfly pavilion, additional books, and a variety of other tools.

Mrs. Allard's STEAM Lab Vista Grande Elementary School Grades 3-5

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More than a third 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

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
NewSpaceView Classic United States USA and World Desk Map, 2-Sided Print, 2-Sided Sealed Lamination, Small Poster Size 11.5 x 17.5 inches (5 Desk Maps) • Amazon Business $29.56 4 $118.24
SIAN REV SEED MYSTERIES • Frey Scientific $59.95 1 $59.95
4M Green Science Dynamo Torch • Amazon Business $10.17 5 $50.85
4M Green Science Dynamo Torch • Amazon Business $10.17 5 $50.85
SEED IDENTIFICATION KIT • Frey Scientific $38.97 1 $38.97
BUTTERFLY PAVILLION • School Specialty $37.84 1 $37.84
Dancing Bear Fossil Collection Sorting Activity Kit with Over 100 Pcs (More Than 20 Different Fossil Varieties!), Educational ID Sheet, Color ID Cards, Bags, Magnifying Glass, and Shark Teeth, Brand • Amazon Business $32.95 1 $32.95
4M Green Science Dynamo Torch • Amazon Business $10.17 3 $30.51
Urban Deco Deck Bird Feeders Deck Mount Bird Bath Spa for Dual Use Deck Flower Stand Flower Pot Great for Attracting Birds Detachable and Adjustable Heavy Duty Sturdy Steel,Bronze • Amazon Business $25.99 1 $25.99
ShinyArt Hummingbird Feeder - Hand Blown Glass - Blue - 38 Fluid Ounces Nectar Capacity Include Ant Moat, Metal Hook, Hemp Rope, Brush, Cleaning Rag and Service Card • Amazon Business $25.99 1 $25.99
Nature Gear Window Bird Feeder - Refillable Sliding Tray - Weather Proof - Snow and Squirrel Resistant - Drains Rain Water - See Songbirds from Home! • Amazon Business $25.00 1 $25.00
AOPUTTRIVER Digital Anemometer Handheld - MAX Up to 69mph,Wind Speed Meter Gauges for Measuring Air Flow,Temperature and Wind Chill with Backlit and Max/Min Data Record (Tripod Included) • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
Seed Dispersal Set • Carolina Biological Supply Company $20.88 1 $20.88
WEATHER VANE • Ward's Science $19.76 1 $19.76
Window BIRD FEEDER, Extra Strong Suction Cups, Removable Seed Tray with Drainage Holes to keep seeds dry, +3 Extra suction cups, Acrylic Clear Design to Enjoy Bird Watching in the Comfort of your Home • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Bag in the Wind • AKJ Education $16.19 1 $16.19
Wagner's 62010 Southwest Regional Blend, 20-Pound Bag • Amazon Business $16.19 1 $16.19
One Plastic Bag Isatou Ceesay and the Recycling Women of the Gambia • AKJ Education $14.59 1 $14.59
Sticks • Amazon Business $14.32 1 $14.32
Juegoal Window Hummingbird Feeder, 8-Ounce • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
Silver Maple Seeds UPC 600188194258 + 2 Free Plant Markers (150) • Amazon Business $6.99 2 $13.98
Cooraby 12 Pairs Kid's Winter Magic Gloves Children Stretchy Warm Magic Gloves Boys or Girls Knit Gloves (6 to 10 Years) (black) • Amazon Business $13.89 1 $13.89
Fruit of the Loom Men's Cotton Work Gear Tube Socks | Cushioned, Wicking, Durable | 10 Pack, Grey, Shoe Size: 6-12 • Amazon Business $13.44 1 $13.44
50 Seeds of Robinia pseudoacacia, False Acacia, Black Laurel, Common Locust, Common Robinia, Green Locust, Peaflower Locust • Amazon Business $9.95 1 $9.95
Seed Needs, Dandelion Herb (Taraxacum officinale) Twin Pack of 250 Seeds Each NON-GMO & Untreated • Amazon Business $8.85 1 $8.85
The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind: Picture Book Edition • Amazon Business $7.46 1 $7.46

Materials cost

$722.61

Vendor shipping charges

 $17.74

Sales tax

 $66.12

3rd party payment processing fee

$10.84

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$847.31

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$149.53

Total project goal

$996.84

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $996.84

6 Donors

-$861.00

Donations toward project cost

-$736.35

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$124.65

match offer

-$130.54

Match offer toward project cost

-$110.96

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$19.58

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$5.29

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