Let's Add Some Fun into Our Learning!

Funded Feb 22, 2024

To just say thank you for this generous gift for our classroom is not enough. These sensory bins have added such a versatile tool that our classroom had been missing. We are able to incorporate many lessons and projects related to STEAM several times each week which is far more than I had originally anticipated. A few of our favorite activities thus far has been with an assortment of sensory materials with the addition of letters, numbers, and learning manipulatives, math lessons to demonstrate capacity using the bins with water and a variety of containers to allow the children to truly explore the concept, mixing colors, and building. This product has covers for the bins which also provides a space for them to work and be able to move as five- and six-year-olds need.

At first glance, the children had no idea the possibilities these sensory bins would offer. Now, when they see us move the bins from their spot, they squeal with excitement. Often times they do not realize that learning is taking place since they are genuinely having fun. I am eager to see the children's reactions when we turn our bins into a planting station in the upcoming week. Each student will get to experience the entire process of planting from seeds to having a plant to take home and all that comes between.

Going forward, I will continually explore ways to incorporate these sensory bins into our learning as it has proven to be well-loved and sought out by the students.”

With gratitude,

Mrs. Murphy