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Mrs. Paulsen from Brooklyn, NY is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Explore Pre K With Sensory and Hands on Learning

Help me give my students materials that are developmentally appropriate for their needs.

  • $810 goal

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My Project

Pre K classrooms that serve children with special needs require sensory materials, hands- on and visual learning tools to create an environment where students with Autism can thrive academically and socially. Sensory materials and developmentally appropriate materials help regulate sensory input, reduce anxiety and improve focus, which is crucial for students who may experience sensory overload. Hands-on learning materials engage students in active, experimental learning, making abstract concepts more tangible and easier to understand. Visual aids further support comprehension by providing clear and concrete representations of information. Together these resources create a supportive and adaptable learning environment that accommodates diverse needs, fosters engagement, and enhances education success for students with Autism.

Mrs. Paulsen Joan Snow Pre-K Center Z063K063 Grades PreK-2

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This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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Brooklyn, NY View local requests

More than half of 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

8 students impacted 2donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Lyromix 36Inch Kids Trampoline for Toddlers with Handle, Indoor Mini Trampoline for Kids, Small Rebounder Trampoline, Adult Fitness Trampoline for Indoor and Outdoor Use • Amazon Business $49.99 1 $49.99
TEMI Kids Sand Water Table for Toddlers, 3-Tier Sand and Water Play Table Toys for Toddlers Kids, Activity Sensory Tables Outside Beach Toys for Toddler Boys Girls Age 1-3 3-5 • Amazon Business $46.99 1 $46.99
Melissa And Doug Melissa & Doug Fill and Fold Taco Set, 43 Pieces - Wood - Durable • School Specialty $46.34 1 $46.34
Melissa And Doug Melissa & Doug Super Smile Dentist Play Set - Early Childhood-Elementary - Toddler • School Specialty $43.79 1 $43.79
Melissa And Doug Melissa & Doug S'more & Campfire Play, Set of 23 - Wood - Early Childhood-Elementary - Toddler • School Specialty $37.57 1 $37.57
Melissa And Doug Melissa & Doug Let's Explore Flower Gardening Play Set, 16 Pieces, White - Early Childhood-Elementary - Toddler • School Specialty $36.37 1 $36.37
Melissa And Doug Melissa & Doug Grill & Serve BBQ Set, 20 Pieces - Wood - Preschool-Early Childhood - Toddler • School Specialty $32.99 1 $32.99
Melissa And Doug Melissa & Doug Match and Roll Wooden Shape Sorter, 12 Shapes with 1 Sorter - Preschool-Early Childhood - Toddler • School Specialty $32.62 1 $32.62
Melissa & Doug - Sandwich-making Set • Teachers' School Supply $32.49 1 $32.49
Kinetic Sand, 11lb (5kg) Natural Brown Bulk Play Sand for Arts and Crafts, Sandbox, Moldable Sensory Toys for Kids Ages 3+ • Amazon Business $32.42 1 $32.42
Melissa And Doug Melissa & Doug Play Food Cutting Fruit Set, 18 Pieces - Wood - Early Childhood-Elementary - Toddler • School Specialty $31.34 1 $31.34
Melissa And Doug Melissa & Doug Let's Play House Condiments Set, 6 Pieces - Early Childhood-Elementary - Toddler - Durable • School Specialty $25.87 1 $25.87
WALA - Pound a Ball Dinosaurs Toy - Super Durable Toddler Girls and Boys Toys - Comes with Ball Tower, Ball, Hammer, and 7 Dinosaur Toys for Kids - Educational Baby Hammer Toy - STEM Development • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
Learning Resources Build & Spin: Farm Friends, Fine Motor Toy, 17 Piece Set, Ages 2+ • Amazon Business $24.38 1 $24.38
3 Year Old Boy Toys - Car Toys - Puzzle Track Rescue Racer Game Magnetic Helicopter - STEM | Montessori | Logical | Motor Skills Toys for Ages 2-4 • Amazon Business $21.99 1 $21.99
Melissa & Doug Scoop and Stack Ice Cream Cone Magnetic Play Set, Multicolor - Pretend Food, Ice Cream Toy For Toddlers And Kids Ages 3+. • Amazon Business $21.97 1 $21.97
Cieyan Interactive Pop Up Animals Toy with Music & Light, Animal Sound, Hammer, Baby Toys 12-18 Months 9+ Months, Cause and Effect Toys for 1 Year Old Boy Girl Toddler Toys Age 1-2 Baby Musical Toys • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
GRINNNIE Wooden Peg Puzzle for Toddlers 2 3 4 Years Old, 4 PCS Montessori Educational Learning Puzzles Set-Numbers, Letters, Animals and Fruits, Great Preschool Gifts for Girls and Boys • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99
Melissa & Doug Slice and Bake Wooden Cookie Play Food Set - Pretend Cookies And Baking Sheet, Wooden Play Food Set, Toy Baking Set For Kids Ages 3+ • Amazon Business $17.59 1 $17.59
3PCS Pop up Suction Cup Spinner Toys for 1 Year Old Boy Girl|Novelty Spinning Tops Toddler Toys Age 1-2|Sensory Baby Bath Toys for Toddlers 1-3|6 12 18 Months Boy Birthday Gift for Infant • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Suction Cup Spinner Toys, Baby Montessori Sensory Educational Learning Toy, Infant Bath Teething Fidget Toy, Toddler First Birthday for 6 9 12 18 Months Age 1 2 3 Old Boys Girls • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99

Materials cost

$616.66

Vendor shipping charges

 $32.26

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$9.25

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$688.17

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$121.44

Total project goal

$809.61

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $809.61

1 Donor

-$404.80

Donations toward project cost

-$344.08

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$60.72

match offer

-$404.81

Match offer toward project cost

-$344.09

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$60.72

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