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Ms. H from Alexandria, VA is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Preschoolers Need New Toys!

Help me give my students some new toys to develop fine motor skills and increase student engagement!

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  • $271 still needed

expires Jul 17

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My Project

My energetic and curious preschoolers love to explore, create, and learn through play! To support their development, I am requesting hands-on preschool toys that will enhance engagement, improve fine motor skills, and promote social interaction. With your generous support, my students will have access to a variety of educational toys that make learning fun and interactive.

Preschoolers learn best through play, and these materials will provide opportunities to develop essential early learning skills.

The toys will improve dexterity and hand strength, preparing students for writing, enhance critical thinking and problem-solving abilities, encourage teamwork and communication through group play, and foster independence and creativity. By incorporating these engaging toys into our daily learning, my students will be more eager to participate and develop the skills they need for a strong educational foundation.

Your contribution will make a tangible difference in my classroom, providing my students with the resources they need to grow and succeed. Every donation, big or small, brings us closer to creating a nurturing and stimulating learning environment.

Thank you for considering our project and for supporting early childhood education!

Ms. H John Adams Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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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.

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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

16 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
USATDD Magnetic Letters Practicing Board,Tracing ABC Alphabet Magnet Drawing Board Educational Preschool Practice Learning to Write Toys Montessori Uppercase&Lowercase Gift for Kids Toddlers • Amazon Business $18.99 2 $37.98
2 Pack Medium Magnetic Drawing Board, Learning Toys for Toddlers 1-3 2-4 Drawing Game, Colorful Magnetic Drawing Doodle Board Pad Tablet for Kids Adults Educational & Art Activities • Amazon Business $17.99 2 $35.98
Learning Resources Fine Motor Peacock Pals, Assorted Colors, 5/Pack (LER9095) • Quill.com $29.59 1 $29.59
Learning Resources Stacking Alphabet Letter Blocks • Kaplan Early Learning Company $24.26 1 $24.26
Pop it Fidget Sensory Learning Toy with ALPHABET and NUMBERS for TODDLERS and AUTISTIC Children, Ideal for Learning at Home, School, and Travel. Educational Stress Relief Toy That Makes Learning Fun • Amazon Business $7.25 3 $21.75
PicassoTiles 2-in-1 Magnetic Drawing Board Toy 12x10 inch Large Magnet Bead Tablet Pad with 2 Facings Alphabets STEM Educational Erasable & Reusable Learning Writing Playboard in Black PTB03 • Amazon Business $19.69 1 $19.69
5 PCS Marble Maze Mat Sensory Fidget Stress Relief Toys Sensory Mat Sensory Toys for Autism Kids Adults Teens School Classroom Home- Reduce Stress, Anxiety and Improve Focus (Sky and Animal Themes) • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
COLORS LIKE ME TEMPERA PAINT STICKS - 8 COLORS • Amazon Business $13.92 1 $13.92

Materials cost

$197.16

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.96

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$230.12

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$40.61

Total project goal

$270.73

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $270.73

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 $270.73

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