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Mrs. Tillery from Staten Island, NY is requesting lab equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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The Wonderful World of Biodiversity

Help me give my students one of the most effective ways to engage students in scientific exploration is through the examination of animals!

  • 14 donors
  • $913 goal

Hooray! This project is fully funded

Hooray! This project is fully funded

Mrs. Tillery has another project! Donate to Wings of Wonder: A Butterfly Life Cycle Journey to help her classroom.

$398 - complete this project and be a hero
Help Mrs. Tillery

Mrs. Tillery has another project! Donate to Wings of Wonder: A Butterfly Life Cycle Journey to help her classroom.

$398 - complete this project and be a hero

Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.

My Project

Exposing kids to working with and learning about animals is incredibly valuable because it provides them with a hands-on, real-world experience that goes far beyond what they might encounter in a traditional classroom setting. When children interact with animals, they gain a deeper understanding of biology, ecology, and the importance of empathy and responsibility. Unlike theoretical knowledge in a workbook, interacting with animals allows children to observe behavior, learn about habitats, and understand the needs and care of different species in a practical, meaningful way.

Hands-on experiences help children develop problem-solving skills as they care for animals, address their needs, and learn to handle situations like feeding, cleaning, or comforting an animal.

These activities promote responsibility, patience, and a sense of compassion. Children also develop a greater appreciation for nature and environmental conservation, understanding how animals play a role in our ecosystem and why it’s essential to protect them.

Learning through working with animals can spark curiosity and inspire future careers in fields like biology, veterinary science, environmental studies, or conservation. It allows kids to connect with the world around them in ways that go far beyond textbook learning, creating memories and lessons that last a lifetime.

Mrs. Tillery PS 59 Harbor View School Grades 3-5

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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Staten Island, 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

90 students impacted 14donors

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Lakeshore Natural Accents Leaves Classroom Carpet - 4' x 6' • Lakeshore Learning Materials $179.00 1 $179.00
Crayola© Model Magic© Modeling Compound - 2-lb. Bucket - White • Nasco $21.08 3 $63.24
Clorox Value Pack Disinfecting Wipes, 35 Wipes/Canister, 3/Pack, 15/Carton (30112) • Quill.com $58.99 1 $58.99
Aquarium Tank Glass 10 Gal • Carolina Biological Supply Company $45.19 1 $45.19
Insect Lore Butterfly Garden 8" Habitat Gift Set | 10 Live Baby Painted Lady Caterpillars | Includes Caterpillars, Food, 3D Butterfly Stickers and Butterfly Wind-up Toy • Amazon Business $44.99 1 $44.99
Carefresh 99% Dust-Free Confetti Natural Paper Small Pet Bedding with Odor Control, 10 L • Amazon Business $8.99 5 $44.95
Pure Water Pebbles Turquoise Aquarium Gravel, 25 lbs - Optimal pH Balance, Enhanced Water Clarity, Vibrant Aesthetic Appeal, Easy Maintenance, Eco-Friendly Aquarium • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99
Neon Tetra Pkg/6 • Ward's Science $30.99 1 $30.99
COLORLIFE Cool Electric Jellyfish Lamp with Bluetooth Speaker Music Gift for Boys Girls Adults Aquarium Tank Sensory Mood Night Light for Decorate Relax • Amazon Business $29.89 1 $29.89
Land Hermit Crab Fancy Living Pack of 3 • Carolina Biological Supply Company $24.75 1 $24.75
Scott Choose-A-Sheet Kitchen Roll Paper Towels, 1-ply, 102 Sheets/Roll, 15 Rolls/Pack (36371/55417) • Quill.com $23.49 1 $23.49
AlgaeFix • Carolina Biological Supply Company $21.97 1 $21.97
Needzo Hermit Crab Hammock, Climbing Tank Accessory, Food and Water Dish Included, 5 Inches • Amazon Business $19.48 1 $19.48
Vitakraft Crunch Sticks Hamster Treat - Peanut and Honey - Hamster Chew Sticks - Multi Pack of 6 Sticks • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Fluker's Bearded Dragon Medley Treat Food, 3.2-Ounce (72023) • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
CheeFun 3Pcs Reptile Enrichment Toy: Bearded Dragon Toys Reptile Tank Decor Accessories - Reptile Feed Toys for Small Animals Lizard Bearded Dragon & Gecko • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Ameliade Fish Tank Decorations Aquarium Artificial Plastic Plants & Cave Rock Decor Set, Betta Goldfish Turtle Fish Tank Accessories Small Large Aquarium Decorations Kit (12 PCS) • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
BWOGUE Bearded Dragon Harness and Leash Adjustable Leather Lizard Reptiles Harness Leash for Amphibians and Other Small Pet Animals (S,M,L,3 Pack) • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
Fluker's Saltwater Concentrate/Water Conditioner for Hermit Crabs, 2 oz • Amazon Business $5.01 1 $5.01
Fluker's Buffet Blend Diet - Food for Hermit Crabs 2.4 oz • Amazon Business $4.39 1 $4.39
GloFish Aquarium Gravel, Fish Tank Gravel, Black With Fluorescent Accents, Compliments GloFish Tanks, 5 lb Bag • Amazon Business $4.09 1 $4.09

Materials cost

$694.36

Vendor shipping charges

 $40.90

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$10.42

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$775.68

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$136.88

Total project goal

$912.56

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $912.56

12 Donors

-$763.18

Donations toward project cost

-$665.20

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$97.98

match offer

-$130.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$110.50

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$19.50

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$19.41

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