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Mrs. Akane from Alberton MT is requesting lab equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

STEM for All Students!

Help me give my students STEM books and kits to take our curriculum to new heights next school year!

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Sparking wonder and curiosity in science and STEM from a young age is crucial for the development of a generation equipped to handle the challenges and opportunities of the future. By engaging children in STEM education early in their lives—beginning in elementary school and continuing through middle school—we lay the foundation for a lifelong love of exploration, discovery, and learning. This early exposure is not just about imparting knowledge; it's about instilling a sense of wonder, an eagerness to ask questions, and the courage to seek answers. It fosters an environment where failure is seen as a step towards success, encouraging resilience and creativity.

By 2030, it is expected that there will be 1,000,000 jobs in the STEM field that will need to be filled.

This represents not just a challenge but a tremendous opportunity for the next generation. However, filling these roles will require a workforce that is not only well-versed in STEM subjects but is also passionate about pushing the boundaries of what is known and discovering what lies beyond.

The items for which we are seeking donations are more than just tools; they are keys to unlocking the potential within each child. They are designed to encourage the next generation to be curious and courageous, to explore the unknown, and to engage deeply with STEM. By providing resources that make learning interactive, hands-on, and, most importantly, fun, we can inspire children to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. This is essential not only for their personal development but for the advancement of society as a whole. By investing in their education now, we are investing in the future of our world, ensuring that we have the innovators, problem solvers, and leaders we need to face the challenges of tomorrow.

Mrs. Akane
Grades 3-5
  • Alberton School
  • Alberton, MT
    • More than half of students from low‑income households

    This project will reach 100 students.

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Be Amazing! Toys Egg-Cellent Experiment - 6 Pack Science Experiments for Children- Egg-Shaped Activity Kit for Boys and Girls - Easter Party Favor or Basket Stuffer - STEM for Kids 8+ • Amazon Business $9.54 10 $95.40
5 Set STEM Kits, DC Motors Electronic Assembly Robotic Kit DIY STEM Toys for Kids, Building Science Experiments Projects Kits, Valentines Day Gifts for Boys and Girls Ages 8 9 10 11 12 • Amazon Business $18.99 2 $37.98
DAILYLIFE Magnetic Iron Filings, Jar (16 Ounces x 2) for Magnet Education and School Projects, Iron Powder in Storage Jar x 2 (16 Ounces x 2) with Shaker Lid, Pack of 2 • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
Carson Dellosa Seasonal Stem Challenges Learning Cards Kit, 30 Stem Projects, Science Kits for Kids Ages 8-12, Science Project-Based Learning Activity Set for Homeschool or Classroom, Grades 2-5 • Amazon Business $15.49 1 $15.49
Science Magnet for Kids STEM Magnets for Education Science Students Experiment Physics Education Toys Icluding Bar/Ring/Horseshoe/Compass Magnets • Amazon Business $7.59 2 $15.18
Learning Resources Beaker Creatures Bubbling Volcano Reactor - Ages 5+ Science Kits for Kids, STEM Toys for Kids, Fun Science Experiments for Kids • Amazon Business $12.69 1 $12.69
Carson Dellosa Stem Challenges Learning Cards Kit, 30 Science Projects, Stem Kits for Kids Ages 8-12, Science Experiments, Hands-On Activities for Homeschool or Classroom, Grades 2-5 • Amazon Business $12.69 1 $12.69
United Scientific™ STEM Magnetic Wands - 6 Pieces, Educational Learning Kits, Science Experiment Tools, Homeschool Supplies • Amazon Business $11.14 1 $11.14
Brain Games STEM - Engineering Science Experiments: More Than 20 Fun Experiments Kids Can Do With Materials From Around the House! • Amazon Business $10.49 1 $10.49
Carson Dellosa Stem Challenge, Jr. Learning Card Kit, 30 Hands-On Activities for Preschool Learning, Kindergarten Science, 1st Grade Science Experiments, Science Kits for Kids 4-6, • Amazon Business $9.97 1 $9.97
Awesome Science Experiments for Kids: 100+ Fun STEM / STEAM Projects and Why They Work (Awesome STEAM Activities for Kids) • Amazon Business $9.29 1 $9.29
Nature Smarts Workbook, Ages 4–6: Learn about Animals, Soil, Insects, Birds, Plants & More with Nature-Themed Puzzles, Games, Quizzes & Outdoor Science Experiments • Amazon Business $8.59 1 $8.59
Science Experiments You Can Eat • Amazon Business $8.48 1 $8.48
STEM Starters for Kids Science Experiments at Home: Discover the Science in Everyday Life • Amazon Business $8.27 1 $8.27
Big Science Experiments for Little Kids: A First Science Book for Ages 3 to 5 • Amazon Business $8.19 1 $8.19
The Everything Kids' Science Experiments Book: Boil Ice, Float Water, Measure Gravity-Challenge the World Around You! • Amazon Business $8.16 1 $8.16
STEM Green Science At Home: Fun Environmental Science Experiments to Help Kids Save the Earth (STEM Starters for Kids) • Amazon Business $7.37 1 $7.37
Vabiooth 100Pcs 3mL Disposable Plastic Transfer Pipettes Calibrated Dropper for Science Experiment, Art, and DIY - Easy-to-Use and Safe • Amazon Business $6.98 1 $6.98
EUDAX Fruit Battery Science Experiment Kit with Electronic Clock and RGB LED for DIY Home Teaching Toy , School Science Project, Education Subject • Amazon Business $6.89 1 $6.89
101 Great Science Experiments: A Step-by-Step Guide • Amazon Business $6.29 1 $6.29

Materials cost

$324.53

Vendor shipping charges

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Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.87

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$359.40

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$63.42

Total project goal

$422.82

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $422.82

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 $422.82

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