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Ms. Sparks from Los Angeles, CA is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Engaging Minds: Sensory Tools & Learning Supplies for Bright Students

Help me give my students sensory items and flexible learning tools to help support their learning.

  • $904 goal

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My Project

I teach a group of bright, eager-to-learn students in an under-resourced community. My students face unique challenges, but they are determined, curious, and full of potential. They thrive when given the right tools to engage with learning in a hands-on, sensory-friendly way.

To support my students' diverse needs, I am requesting sensory and learning tools that will help them stay engaged, focused, and excited about learning.

These materials will help create an inclusive and stimulating learning environment where every student can succeed.

Sticky scissors & dot paint: To support fine motor skills and creative expression.

Chair bands & sensory toys/strings: To provide movement-based focus support.

Printer ink & laminator: For customized learning materials that last.

Play-Doh & water gel sensory balls: To offer calming, hands-on sensory experiences. Student wallets & treasure box: To reinforce positive behavior and financial literacy skills. Electric sharpener & stamp: To keep our classroom organized and efficient. Stickers & Teachers Pay Teachers gift card: To celebrate achievements and provide access to high-quality resources.

Many of my students benefit from sensory supports and engaging materials to help them focus, participate, and build confidence. These tools will foster creativity, independence, and academic success.

With your support, we can create a classroom where every student has what they need to thrive. Thank you for believing in my students!

Ms. Sparks Lovelia P Flournoy Elementary School Grades PreK-2

Equity Focus

This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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Los Angeles, 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

12 students impacted 5donors

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
LEMERO Remanufactured Ink Cartridge Replacement for HP 962XL 962 XL for OfficeJet Pro 9015 9015e 9010 9025 9025e 9020 9018 9012 (Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, 4-Pack) • Amazon Business $59.99 2 $119.98
$100 Gift Card for Educational Resources on TPT • TPT $100.00 1 $100.00
3M Laminator Kit With Every Size Laminating Pouch • Amazon Business $79.59 1 $79.59
Fidget Bands for Classroom Chairs: LakiKid Flexible Seating Classroom Furniture - Perfect Chair Bands for Kids with Fidgety Feet, Alternative Seating for Students (Black 12-Pack) • Amazon Business $29.97 2 $59.94
Sokoweii Loop Scissors, Adaptive Design, Right and Lefty Support, Easy-Open Squeeze Handles -6Pcs • Amazon Business $11.99 4 $47.96
Amutta 3 Pieces Kids Wallet for Girls Women Men - Little Girls Wallet for Kids with Magic Sticker, Teen Wallet with Coin Pocket, RFID Pink Wallet for Teen Girls Christmas/Birthday Gift Ideas (Solid2) • Amazon Business $11.99 4 $47.96
Soucolor 24-Pack 12-Color Dot Markers for Toddlers Kids, Bingo Daubers Washable Art Markers, Toddlers Arts and Crafts, Kids Art Supplies Dot Paint Craft Kit, Painting Supplies Drawing Coloring • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99
Lakeshore Gel-Bead Emotion Friends - Social Emotional Learning, Sensory Toys, Fidget Toys • Lakeshore Learning Materials $14.99 2 $29.98
AFMAT Heavy Duty Electric Pencil Sharpener for Classroom, 6 Holes, Electric Pencil Sharpeners for Home, Pencil Sharpener Plug in for 6-11mm Pencils, Auto Stop, Super Fast, Never Eat Pencils, Black • Amazon Business $25.00 1 $25.00
Non-Toxic Water Gel Beads 500 Pcs Giant & 50,000 Pcs Small Kit, Rainbow Mix Water Gel Beads Growing Balls for Vases Filler, Wedding and Home Decoration • Amazon Business $9.99 2 $19.98
Taulaap 120 Pcs Party Favors Toy Assortment for Kids Birthday Party, Pinata Filler Goodie Bag Stuffers, School Classroom Rewards, Treasure Box Toys, Treasure Chest Carnival Prizes Bulk Toys • Amazon Business $18.95 1 $18.95
RNKP 7.1 Inch Round Large Craft Ink Pads, 8 Colors DIY Kids Washable Stamp Pads for Rubber Stamps, Ink Pads for Kids Painting Card Making Paper Wood Fabric Scrapbook • Amazon Business $17.89 1 $17.89
BUNMO Stocking Stuffers for Kids - Stretchy Sensory Strings - Stimulating & Addictive Sensory Toys for Kids - Stocking Stuffers for Boys and Girls - Non Mouthable Toy - Glitter 6 Pack • Amazon Business $8.89 2 $17.78
80Pcs Party Favors for Kids 4-8, Kawaii Squishies Mochi Squishy Toy Bulk Fidget Sensory Toys Birthday Gifts for Boys Girls Goodie Bag Christmas Stocking Stuffers Treasure Box Classroom Prizes • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Jade Active 30 Pack Dry Erase Pockets, 10x13 Inches, Assorted Colors, Reusable and Oversized Dry Erase Sleeves, Classroom and Teacher Supplies, Clear Plastic Sheet Protectors/Ticketholder • Amazon Business $15.65 1 $15.65
Sparkling Smiley Face Stickers • Lakeshore Learning Materials $3.99 2 $7.98

Materials cost

$665.62

Vendor shipping charges

 $1.90

Sales tax

 $60.90

3rd party payment processing fee

$9.98

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$768.40

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$135.60

Total project goal

$904.00

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $904.00

3 Donors

-$429.29

Donations toward project cost

-$403.33

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$25.96

match offer

-$429.49

Match offer toward project cost

-$365.07

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$64.42

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$45.22

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