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Mrs. Hoover from Fort Worth TX is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

Growing Lil' Minds

Help me give my students the ability to grow!

  • 2 donors
  • $234 still needed

expires Jul 05

  • 2 donors
  • $234 still needed
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My Project

Engaging pre-k students in a sponsored gardening experience, where they grow their own individual tomato plants and chart their growth, offers a multitude of benefits that align with both the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) and the Creative Curriculum's garden unit.

First, such an experience fosters hands-on learning, allowing students to actively participate in the entire process of planting, caring for, and observing the growth of their tomato plants.

This hands-on approach promotes sensory exploration and enhances their understanding of natural processes.

Furthermore, through gardening, students develop a sense of responsibility as they learn to nurture and care for their plants. They gain an appreciation for the environment and the importance of sustainability as they witness firsthand the impact of their actions on the growth of their tomato plants.

Moreover, the sponsored gardening experience provides ample opportunities for interdisciplinary learning. Students can explore various subjects such as science, math, and language arts through activities like measuring plant growth, counting leaves or flowers, and journaling about their observations.

Additionally, the gardening experience complements the Creative Curriculum's garden unit by providing a real-world context for learning. It allows students to apply the concepts and skills they learn in the classroom to a meaningful and practical setting, fostering deeper understanding and engagement.

Overall, a sponsored gardening experience offers pre-k students a rich and holistic learning opportunity that not only aligns with academic standards, but also promotes social, emotional, and cognitive development. By growing their own tomato plants and charting their growth,, students gain valuable skills and knowledge while cultivating a lifelong love for nature and learning.

Mrs. Hoover
Never Before Funded Grades PreK-2

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Wooden Craft (Popsicle) Sticks - Box of 1,000 • Nasco $5.88 9 $52.92
Dunecraft Sensory Eco-Biosphere Plant Dome with 5 Different Seeds • Kaplan Early Learning Company $26.06 1 $26.06
Lakeshore Easy-Read Rulers - Set of 30 • Lakeshore Learning Materials $24.99 1 $24.99
72 Sets Rockwool Cubes and Net Pots, 1.2 * 1.2 * 1.5 inch Rock Wool 72 Plugs & 72-Pack 2inch Net Cups for Hydroponics Growing Systemm, Garden Tower Supplies • Amazon Business $21.99 1 $21.99
Pacon Heavy Duty Anchor Chart Paper - 27" x 34", Non-Gridded • Blick Art Materials $17.49 1 $17.49
64 Slots Plastic Seed Storage Box Organizer with Label Stickers(seeds not included), Seed Container Storage use for Flower Seeds,Vegetable Seeds, Clover Seeds, Basil Seeds, Tomato Seeds • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
Glee Potting Soil, 1 cu ft (25 qt) Compressed Outdoor Indoor Plant Garden Soil with Nutrients, Expands from 0.4 cu ft • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Silver Circle Beefsteak Tomato Seeds 3-Pack • Kaplan Early Learning Company $9.86 1 $9.86
Skilcraft 16 Oz. Spray Bottle, Opaque (8125-00-488-7952) • Quill.com $4.59 1 $4.59

Materials cost

$188.88

Vendor shipping charges

 $16.49

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.83

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$238.20

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$42.04

Total project goal

$280.24

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $280.24

2 Donors

-$46.99

Donations toward project cost

-$39.94

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$7.05

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

 $233.25

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