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Ms. Duncan-Richards from Brooklyn, NY is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Help Create a Space Where My Students Can Truly Thrive!

Help me give my students a sensory center with sensory fidgets and anger management balls to regulate their emotions.

  • $1,007 goal

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My Project

Imagine a classroom where every child, regardless of their challenges, has a safe space to regulate their emotions, focus, and fully engage in learning. For my K/1 12:1:1 students, this is not always possible without the right resources.

I’m reaching out to ask for your help in creating a sensory center that will make a world of difference for these amazing young learners.

A sensory space will provide them with tools like fidget toys, calming textures, weighted blankets, and noise-canceling headphones, all designed to help them focus, manage their emotions, and participate more fully in classroom activities.

With your support, we can make this a reality. Your donation, whether financial or in the form of sensory tools, will have an immediate and lasting impact on my students’ ability to learn and grow. Please consider helping us create a space where every child has the opportunity to succeed. If you would like to learn more or discuss how you can contribute, feel free to reach out! Thank you so much for your generosity and support.

Ms. Duncan-Richards PS 156 Waverly 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

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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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 1donor

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
FDP Natural Birch 8-Compartment Storage Bench with Comfortable Blue Vinyl Seat (16" H); Organize Shoes, Hats, Toys - Durable Furniture for Home, Daycare, Preschool, Montessori Classroom, 14047-NTBL • Amazon Business $168.22 1 $168.22
Hamilton Buhl Smart-Trek Deluxe USB-A Noise Canceling Stereo Computer Headset Black/Silver (ST2BKU) • Staples $24.29 6 $145.74
50 POP Fidget Toys Bulk (assorted; social emotional learning awareness tools, calming corner, mental health, calm down sensory fidgets for teens) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $125.00 1 $125.00
Sax Mesh Tool Case Pouches, 5 x 9 inches, Clear with Black Trim, Pack of 10 • School Specialty $30.67 2 $61.34
Solobo Toys: EMOTIONS COIN DROP (calming corner resources; social emotional learning toy; sensory play) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $40.00 1 $40.00
PicassoTiles 100 Piece Magnetic Playboards Tiles Set Magnet Toys for Toddlers STEM Building Blocks Sensory Creative Kids Manipulative Preschool Learning Construction Toy Ages 3+ Boys Girls - PT100 • Amazon Business $39.39 1 $39.39
CN-Outlet 20 Pack Classroom Kids Headphones with Cord Bulk 10 Colourful Class Set Headphones for School Students Children Toddler Boys Girls Teen and Adult (Mixed) • Amazon Business $37.95 1 $37.95
Play-Doh Modeling Dough, Assorted Colors, 3 Ounces, Set of 20 • School Specialty $29.02 1 $29.02
Anger Management Toys - The Calm Ball - Coping Skills Tool, Anxiety Toys for Adults and Kids, Stress Relief Toys for Adults , Teens and Kids , Therapy Toys , Anxiety Relief , Social Emotional Learning • Amazon Business $28.95 1 $28.95
hand2mind Sensory Fidget Tubes, Calming Toys for Kids, Occupational Therapy Toys, Play Therapy, Stress Relief Toy, Comfort Items for Anxiety, Calm Down Corner Supplies (Set of 4) • Amazon Business $27.99 1 $27.99
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 $21.99 1 $21.99
Lakeshore CVC Words Giant Activity Dice • Lakeshore Learning Materials $19.99 1 $19.99
Sensory Playtivity Squishy Sensory Discs, Set of 3 • School Specialty $18.37 1 $18.37
Lakeshore Gel-Bead Emotion Friends - Social Emotional Learning, Sensory Toys, Fidget Toys • Lakeshore Learning Materials $14.99 1 $14.99
Emotional Regulation For Kids: 30+ Fun Activities To Build Positive Thinking, Self-Awareness, Social-Emotional Learning, Coping Techniques Through CBT Exercises • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Vantasii Organization Pocket Chart, Wall File Organizer Folder with 5 File Pockets, 5 Dry-Erase Name Cards Plus 2 Over Door Hooks, 14 X 28 inch • Amazon Business $8.90 1 $8.90

Materials cost

$800.83

Vendor shipping charges

 $12.62

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$12.01

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$855.46

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$150.96

Total project goal

$1,006.42

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $1,006.42

1 Donor

-$1,006.42

Donations toward project cost

-$855.46

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$150.96

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