Our Transitional Kindergarten classroom requires new learning materials to support the crucial developmental needs of our young learners during this foundational year of education. Our current materials have experienced significant wear from daily use, and many items no longer meet current early childhood education standards or safety requirements. Updated manipulatives, sensory materials, and educational tools would enhance our ability to deliver age-appropriate instruction in early literacy, numeracy, and fine motor skills development. New materials would also allow us to create more engaging learning centers that promote both independent exploration and collaborative play, essential elements for social-emotional growth in four and five year old children. With research consistently showing that quality educational materials in early childhood settings directly correlate to improved learning outcomes, investing in new classroom resources would significantly impact our students' educational foundation and future academic success.
More than three‑quarters of students from low‑income households
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Lakeshore Magnetic Letter Builders - Starter Set
• Lakeshore Learning Materials
$49.99
1
$49.99
Translucent Letter Builders
• Lakeshore Learning Materials
$39.99
1
$39.99
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
Small World Toys - Vegetable Set
• Teachers' School Supply
Lakeshore Gumball Grab Pre-Writing Game
• Lakeshore Learning Materials
$29.99
1
$29.99
JoyCat Ice Cream Preschool Learning Activities Counting and Color Sorting Set Stacking Toys for Kids 3-5, Montessori Stacking Fine Motor Skills Toys, 65PCS Math Manipulatives Learning Resources Toys
• Amazon Business
$27.89
1
$27.89
Toddler Alphabet Letters Matching Learning Toys,26 PCS Double - Sided ABC Letters Popsicle Toy Alphabet Match Game Color Sorting Recognition Fine Motor Skills Preschool Montessori Toys for Kids
• Amazon Business
$24.96
1
$24.96
50 Pcs Fidget Toys Pack - Kids Stocking Stuffers Gifts for Kids, Party Favors Autism Autistic Children - Adults Stress Relief Sensory Toy - ADHD Toys Bulk for Classroom Treasure Box Prizes - Pop Its
• Amazon Business
$24.95
1
$24.95
Melissa & Doug Examine and Treat Pet Vet Play Set (24 pcs) - Kids Veterinary Play Set, Veterinarian Kit For Kids, STEAM Toy, Pretend Play Doctor Set For Kids Ages 3+
• Amazon Business
$23.99
1
$23.99
Pressman Toys - Lets Go Fishin
• Teachers' School Supply
Coogam CVC Sight Words Magnetic Letters Flashcards, Short Vowel Spelling Game, Preschool Kids Learning Supplies, Montessori Educational Writing Reading Toy Gift for 3 4 5 Years Old
• Amazon Business
$16.98
1
$16.98
SPARK & WOW Calm Down Threading Boards - Set of 2 - Sensory Board for Calming Corner - Social Emotional Learning - Occupational Therapy Toys
• Amazon Business
$16.37
1
$16.37
Pressman Toys - 4 In A Row
• Teachers' School Supply
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
$14.39
1
$14.39
Wooden Alphabet Puzzle & Number Puzzle and Flash Cards Set - includes Box, Lacing Beads and Threads
• Amazon Business
$13.99
1
$13.99
Yeetec 6 Pack 24 Links Wacky Tracks Snap and Click Fidget Toys, Finger Sensory Toys, Snake Puzzles for Stress Relief, Party Bag Fillers, Party Favours, Random Color
• Amazon Business
$4.99
1
$4.99
Materials cost
$993.78
Vendor shipping charges
$43.60
Sales tax
$90.93
3rd party payment processing fee
$14.91
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$1,173.22
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