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Ms. Ahmady from Van Nuys, CA is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Core Autism Kinder-2nd Classroom Manipulatives

Help me give my students on the spectrum an amazing experience learning the Illustrative Math and CKLA ELA curriculum. I am equipping my classroom with tactile manipulatives, as well as a sensory/calm down corner.

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My Project

In my classroom, manipulatives have become a nearly daily resource, especially in ELA and Math. Through a small group model where students gather at the kidney table, I can effectively use Elkonin boxes on the whiteboards, which supports the science of reading during guided practice. This method allows me to closely observe their progress while providing a space for them to demonstrate and share their work with ease.

Your generous donation to our project will enhance students' fine motor skills, leading to improved academic performance.

With the appropriate materials, students can fully engage in the lessons.

Thank you for considering this opportunity to enrich our students' learning experience.

Ms. Ahmady Anatola Avenue Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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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Van Nuys, CA View local requests

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

9 students impacted 3donors

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Word Mapping Paddles | Orthographic Mapping & Science of Reading Manipulatives | 6 Double-Sided Magnetic Whiteboard Paddles w/ 36 Magnetic Discs • Amazon Business $49.50 1 $49.50
Kinetic Sand, Folding Sand Box with 2lbs of All-Natural, 7 Molds and Tools, Play Sand Sensory Toys for Kids Ages 3 and up • Amazon Business $34.99 1 $34.99
Lakeshore Classroom Calendar Pocket Chart • Lakeshore Learning Materials $32.99 1 $32.99
Play-Doh Bulk Pack of 48 Cans, 6 Sets of 8 Modeling Compound Colors, 3oz, Back to School Gifts & Prizes for Students & Classroom, Preschool Toys for Kids, Ages 2+ (Amazon Exclusive) • Amazon Business $25.93 1 $25.93
Torlam Elkonin Boxes Phonemic Awareness Phonics Games, Reading Spelling Sound Manipulatives Sight Word Flash Cards, Speech Therapy Toy Kindergarten Elementary Classroom Must Haves Homeschool Supplies • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Nicecho Dot Markers, Washable Dot Markers for Kids Toddlers & Preschoolers, 24 Colors Bingo Paint Daubers Marker Kit with Free Activity Book • Amazon Business $15.98 1 $15.98
100 Write And Learn Sight Word Practice Pages • Teachers' School Supply $15.61 1 $15.61
Just Now I Feel Angry: A Kids Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Book about Anger and Frustration Feelings Awareness, Self-Management, Mindfulness and ... (Feeling Big Emotions Picture Books) • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Pacon Dry Erase Sentence Strips, 3 x 24 Inches, White, Pack of 30, Red - Durability • School Specialty $11.02 1 $11.02
Lakeshore Sight-Word Magnets • Lakeshore Learning Materials $9.99 1 $9.99
I Have Ants in My Pants: A Picture Book About Learning Self-Control and Respecting Others Space • Amazon Business $8.59 1 $8.59
Astrobrights Bright 65 lb. Cardstock Paper, 8.5" x 11", Assorted Colors, 50 Sheets/Pack (99326-01) • Quill.com $8.04 1 $8.04

Materials cost

$245.62

Vendor shipping charges

 $4.97

Sales tax

 $22.47

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.68

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$306.74

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$54.13

Total project goal

$360.87

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $360.87

2 Donors

-$176.02

Donations toward project cost

-$157.12

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$18.90

match offer

-$176.02

Match offer toward project cost

-$149.62

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$26.40

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$8.83

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