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Ms. Abuhabsah-Ghusein from Chicago, IL is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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You Have to Build It to Fly

Help me give my students STEM kits to enhance our aviation unit and make it meaningful.

  • $360 goal

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Ms. Abuhabsah-Ghusein has another project! Donate to Can We Find It to help her classroom.

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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

In today’s world, where information and technology are always changing, it’s very important for students to have a strong understanding of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics). The National Science Foundation says that improving students' skills in these subjects is essential for future success.

As a teacher, I get to work with a fantastic group of students who are excited about learning.

They make every day enjoyable as we explore new topics together. Even though they come from different backgrounds and some face financial challenges, they are among the most dedicated and impressive learners I have ever taught.

I am determined to give all my students, no matter their financial situation, the chance to explore the exciting world of STEM. Getting involved with STEM early can open many doors for their future.

The kits we will use are great tools for students to check their progress, see where they can improve, and make their learning experience even better. They will work together to make a car move.

In order to introduce them my students to aviation concepts using LEGO model cars, we discus basic principles of motion and aerodynamics, such as speed, drag, and thrust. Use the LEGO cars to demonstrate how changing designs, like adding or removing certain parts, can affect how fast or far they move, similar to how airplane design impacts flight. Students will modify their cars to mimic airplane features, like wings or streamlined shapes, to explore lift and stability. This hands-on activity not only makes learning engaging, but also helps students grasp foundational aviation concepts in a tangible way. This will be a great way to learn about aviation

Ms. Abuhabsah-Ghusein Dawes Elementary School Grades 6-8

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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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

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
LEGO Speed Champions Ford Mustang Dark Horse Sports Car Toy, Buildable Ford Mustang Toy for Kids, Blue Toy Car Model Set, Gift Idea for Boys and Girls Aged 9 Years Old and Up, 76920 • Amazon Business $23.98 2 $47.96
LEGO Icons Orchid Artificial Plant, Building Set with Flowers, Home Décor Gift for Adults, Botanical Collection, Great Gift for Birthday and Anniversary for Her and Him, 10311 • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99
LEGO® Speed Champions Toyota GR Supra 76901 Toy Car Building Kit; Racing Car Toy for Kids • Amazon Business $31.00 1 $31.00
Lego Speed Champions 007 Aston Martin DB5 76911 Building Toy Set Featuring James Bond for Kids, Boys and Girls Ages 8+ (298 Pieces), 10.32 x 5.55 x 2.4 inches • Amazon Business $30.53 1 $30.53
itshWOee Xenomorph Building Blocks Set, Xenomorph Action Figure Building Sets for Adults with Support Base and Little Facehugger, Horror Gifts for Fans Friends Birthday Christmas Halloween • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
Matafyan Adults Flower Bouquet Building Set for Women, Botanical Building Kit, 11 Flowers Block Toys, with DIY Paper Vase (530 Pcs) • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
Compatible with Lego Icons Orchid Flowers 10311, LED Light Kit for Lego Artificial Plant Decor Building Set Botanical Collection, Light up Your Flowers (Lights Only, No Models) • Amazon Business $24.98 1 $24.98
LEGO Speed Champions 2 Fast 2 Furious Nissan Skyline GT-R (R34), Race Car Toy Model Building Kit, Collectible with Racer Minifigure, 2023 Set for Kids, Boys and Girls Ages 9 and Up 76917 • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
The Off Bits Build Your Own Animal Robot, Educational Stem Building Toys for Kids Age 6 7 8 9+ Year Old, Zebra Robot Stem Toys Engineering Kit, Construction Toys Steam Gift for Boys Girls • Amazon Business $16.95 1 $16.95

Materials cost

$271.38

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.07

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$305.45

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$53.90

Total project goal

$359.35

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $359.35

2 Donors

-$111.72

Donations toward project cost

-$111.72

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$0.00

match offer

-$227.92

Match offer toward project cost

-$193.73

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$34.19

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$19.72

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