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Mr. Barnett from New York, NY is requesting lab equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Engaging Minds with Sensory and STEM Adventures!

Help me give my students sensory and STEM resources like magnetic building blocks, sensory sand, and fidget tools to support hands-on learning and engagement in the classroom.

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My Project

My students are full of curiosity and creativity, always eager to explore, build, and engage in hands-on learning experiences. They thrive when given opportunities to use their energy and imagination in meaningful ways, and this project aims to provide them with tools to foster that enthusiasm.

The resources I’m requesting will make a significant difference in their learning.

The sensory play materials, like the liquid motion bubbler and sensory sand, will help students focus and regulate their emotions, creating a calm and productive classroom environment. The STEM tools, including magnetic building blocks and mini magnetic drawing boards, will spark their interest in engineering, creativity, and problem-solving. Chair bands for fidgety feet will allow students to channel their energy quietly, improving their focus during lessons.

My goal for this project is to create an inclusive and stimulating classroom where every student can succeed and feel confident. These materials will encourage active participation, build fine motor skills, and enhance collaborative learning. My students are special because of their diverse strengths and determination to grow. They come to class each day with an eagerness to learn and an openness to trying new things, and these resources will help them flourish both academically and emotionally.

Mr. Barnett PS 169M Robert F Kennedy Grades PreK-2

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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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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

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Lakeshore Science Viewers - Set of 5 • Lakeshore Learning Materials $79.99 1 $79.99
Lakeshore STEM Science Station - Magnets • Lakeshore Learning Materials $59.99 1 $59.99
30 Pack Mini Magnetic Drawing Board for Kid(6 Colors), Keychain Clip Doodle sketch Writing Pad, Toy Bulk for Toddler Rainbow Birthday Party Favor Classroom Supplies Treasure Box Prize Goody Bag Filler • Amazon Business $35.98 1 $35.98
KICK BANDS Chair Bands for Kids with Fidgety Feet - Fidget Chair Bands for Kids 12-Pack - Kickbands ADHD Band for Classroom Chairs & Desks - Solace Sensory Kickband (GREEN) • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
Lakeshore Mold & Play Sensory Sand Set • Lakeshore Learning Materials $29.99 1 $29.99
54 PCS Magnetic Blocks, Magnetic Building Blocks for Toddlers 3+, Montessori Toys, Magnetic Cubes, Preschool STEM Educational Sensory Magnet Toys for Kids Ages 3-5 Year Old Boys and Girls • Amazon Business $27.99 1 $27.99
JUNWRROW Magnetic Bingo Wand with Chips,5-Pack& 500 Metal Chips, 5 Color Metal Chips-for Large Group Games,Family Game Night, Sensory Bins,Counting and Sorting,Science& Educational Activities • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Kasfalci Feelings Chart, Social Emotional Learning Activities,Autism Learning Materials, ADHD Tools,Behavior Management,Anger Management Toys,Calm Down Corner Supplies for Classroom Daycare & Home • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99
DoodleJamz JellyBoards — Squishy Drawing Pads Filled with Non-Toxic Sensory Gel – No-Mess Fidget Art – ASMR – Re-usable for Endless Artistic Creations (Pink on Blue Gel) • Amazon Business $8.49 2 $16.98
Sensory Fidget Toys for Kids Toddlers - Squishy Sensory Products for Autistic Autism Children Special Needs, Fidgets for Classroom Stress Anxiety Calm Down, Squeeze Sensory Tube Filled Goo, Glitter • Amazon Business $16.19 1 $16.19
Color Changing Putty Fidget Toy for Kids Stress Relief and Therapy and Great ADHD Fidget Putty Toy That Changes Colors • Amazon Business $13.95 1 $13.95
Super Z Outlet Liquid Motion Bubbler for Sensory Play, Fidget Toy, Children Activity, Desk Top, Assorted Colors (1 Piece) • Amazon Business $7.59 1 $7.59

Materials cost

$357.62

Vendor shipping charges

$8.50

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.36

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$401.48

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$70.85

Total project goal

$472.33

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$472.33

1 Donor

-$472.33

Donations toward project cost

-$401.48

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$70.85

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$0.00

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