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Mrs. Simpson from Baltimore, MD is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Purposeful Play in Pre-K

Help me give my students a wealth of play-based, developmentally appropriate learning centers in my Pre-K classroom.

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My Project

Pre-K is all about cooperative learning. I want to set up meaningful and engaging play centers in my classroom so students can work together, collaborate, and problem-solve independently. I am hoping to use these floor cushions, dot markers, alphabet cones, and pet vet center to set up a cozy reading corner, a literacy play center, a painting area for free artistic expression, and thematic dramatic play areas that can be rotated based on our literacy unit.

The goal of Pre-K is to promote a lifelong love of learning.

Play-based centers allow students to learn in a way that feels like just play! They will also learn how to resolve conflict, share, and emotionally regulate, setting them up for success in school for years to come.

Mrs. Simpson Leith Walk Elementary School 245 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.

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Baltimore, MD View local requests

More than three‑quarters 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

21 students impacted 2donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
8 Pcs Flexible Seating Floor Cushions Assorted Colored Floor Pillow Classroom Floor Seating Soft Floor Seat Cushion for Kids Learning Sitting Daycare School Chair (Bright Colors,Round) • Amazon Business $65.99 1 $65.99
Do-A-Dot Art!@trade; Paint Markers - 6-Pack Brilliant Colors • Nasco $16.79 3 $50.37
Crayola Washable Paints - Assorted, 16 oz Bottles, Set of 12 colors • Blick Art Materials $46.18 1 $46.18
Lakeshore Alphabet Cones • Lakeshore Learning Materials $39.99 1 $39.99
Lakeshore Pet Vet Center • Lakeshore Learning Materials $39.99 1 $39.99

Materials cost

$242.52

Vendor shipping charges

 $14.99

Sales tax

 $14.55

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.64

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$305.70

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$53.95

Total project goal

$359.65

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $359.65

2 Donors

-$355.20

Donations toward project cost

-$305.70

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$49.50

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$4.45

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