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Head, Shoulders, Knees and Toes... Sensory Strategies for Autistic Behavior!

My students need a variety of sensory tools and grouping tables in order to address their specific sensory needs and learning styles in the classroom.

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My Students

"Head, Shoulders, Knees and Toes"... did you sing the song in your head?? I did and do when I think about the varying sensory needs of my students from their heads to their toes. I teach a diverse group of 6 students, 3 females and 3 males with Autism between the ages of 4.5 and 6. Three of my students are non-verbal and three are minimally verbal and use voice output device and/visuals to communicate. Most of my students come from low-income families and most of the parents do not speak English. We are on the 4th floor of the General Education school with very tiny classrooms which are challenging for students with varying needs. Due to their diagnoses, many of them have sensory issues. Being able to provide a wide variety of sensory integrative techniques is very challenging due to lack of resources.

By providing seating options and other sensory strategies and toys, I will be able to provide the children with the input they need in the classroom to stay focused in an academic setting.

My Project

Students with Autism spectrum disorder experience a wide range of sensory dysfunction that can hinder their ability to participate during a lesson. This often leads to disruptive behavior such as tantrums, injury to self, and inability to focus. With the help of the Occupational Therapist and classroom staff, students can be provided with appropriate materials to suit their sensory needs. Sensory materials are calming for an overly stimulated student. It can also be stimulating for a lethargic or low arousal student.

The purpose of the project is to give students who are anxious and fidgeting a variety of calming items such as a weighted vest, pressure vest or a fidget toy of their choice.

Sensory items will be available to students based on their needs during the school day. For example, a student who has difficulty attending to task, and staying in a seat will be offered alternative seating or a fidget toy.

Furthermore, students will utilize visuals to request desired items when needed. Children will be grouped based on their educational goals. Students will utilize the tables for grouping in order to interact with peers to increase their social skills in asking and answering questions using communication devices.

My students constantly need sensory input to complete a simple task such as to write his or her name or to walk up the 4th floor to their classroom.

As a teacher, I have observed the positive impact of sensory strategies, devices and toys the occupational therapist implements to increase student engagement. I have seen a reduction in disruptive behavior and my most challenging student answer a question(s) using an interactive visual board.

I want to have sensory strategies, devices, and toys available to meet the needs of my students from their heads to their toes to help them learn throughout the school day!

Ms. Sweet PS 164 Caesar Rodney Grades PreK-2

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Brooklyn, NY View local requests

More than three‑quarters 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

6 students impacted 2donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
CN331YE - Rainbow 24" x 36" Rectangular Table - Yellow • Lakeshore Learning Materials $169.00 1 $169.00
CN331RD - Rainbow 24" x 36" Rectangular Table - Red • Lakeshore Learning Materials $169.00 1 $169.00
Abilitations Integrations Deep Pressure Sensory Vest, Small, Blue • Amazon Business $59.71 1 $59.71
Abilitations Integrations Weighted Soft Vest, Blue, Small, 30" L x 15" W • Amazon Business $58.65 1 $58.65
Sensory Weighted Puppy Anxiety Shoulder Neck Pillow Wrap Self Calming • Amazon Business $44.97 1 $44.97
Weighted Gel Lap Pad Green • Amazon Business $31.18 1 $31.18
[Newest Design] Remote Control Ocean Wave Projector 12 LED &7 Colors Night Light with Built-in Mini Music Player for Living Room and Bedroom (12 LED Black) • Amazon Business $23.99 1 $23.99
16 Pack Relieves Stress and Increase Focus Bundle Sensory Toys-Fidget Chain/Cube/Infinity Magic Cube/Liquid Motion Timer/Squeeze Bean Toys for ADD ADHD • Amazon Business $22.99 1 $22.99
TOENNESEN Shooters Earmuffs Noise Reduction Ear Muffs Ear Protectors Hearing Protection for Hunting Shooting Gun Range Lawn Mowing Motorrad (blue) • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
( 10 count ) Natural Latex Stretch Foot Bands ,Workout ADHD ADD SPD Autism Sensory Needs & Stretch Foot Band for Chairs by Solace, Helps Improve Focus in the Classroom，Rehab or Physical Therapy • Amazon Business $19.88 1 $19.88
Pull, Stretch & Squeeze Stress Balls by YoYa Toys - 3 Pack - Elastic Construction Sensory Balls - Ideal For Stress & Anxiety Relief, Special Needs, Autism, Disorders & More • Amazon Business $14.97 1 $14.97
Color-Coded Therapy Putty • Amazon Business $11.85 1 $11.85
Adorox Plastic Pin Art Board Novelty Toy Fun Kids Multiple Colors Sizes (4 X 5 Inches, Teal) • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99
Neon Slinky in Colors Assortment (Boxed) • Amazon Business $4.99 1 $4.99

Materials cost

$658.16

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$9.87

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$698.03

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$123.18

Total project goal

$821.21

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $821.21

2 Donors

-$821.21

Donations toward project cost

-$698.03

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$123.18

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