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Ms. Katie from Saint Paul, MN is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Ready to Learn

Help me give my students the tools they need to get and stay regulated and ready to learn.

  • $420 goal

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My Project

Being in a busy classroom all day can get overwhelming. I want to make sure our classroom has the tools and spaces the children need to feel calm and ready to learn.

Different children need different things to help them feel ready to learn.

Some of these items, like the tent and noise reducing headphones, help provide a calm quiet break. Some of the items can be used for sensory exploration. There are also tools to help students through big feelings, so they can get to a place where they are ready to be part of the group again. The timers can help children learn to take turns.

After I am able to teach how the sensory and calming tools are used, then all of the items will be available to all of the students.

Ms. Katie Global Arts Plus - Lower Grades PreK-2

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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Saint Paul, MN 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

26 students impacted 8donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Sensory Tent | Calm Corner for Children to Play and Relax | Sensory Corner | Helps with Autism, SPD, Anxiety & Improve Focus | Black Out Sensory Tents for Autistic Children | Small • Amazon Business $64.99 1 $64.99
Time Timer MOD, Charcoal - Silicone - Teacher-Parent Resources - Adult • School Specialty $35.24 1 $35.24
6 Packs Fluorescent Light Filters Magnetic Light Covers Fluorescent Light Covers Calming Ceiling Light Covers Florescent Light Decor Cover for Ceiling Lights Classroom Office School, 4 x 2 Feet (Blue) • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
Chumia 2 Pcs Kids Ear Protection Noise Reduction Earmuff Adjustable Hearing Protection Earmuffs Kids Toddler(Blue, Green) • Amazon Business $8.79 3 $26.37
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 $23.98 1 $23.98
Amdrebio Dark Navy Rug for Bedroom,Fluffy Circle Rug 4'X4' for Kids Room,Furry Carpet for Teen's Room,Shaggy Circular Rug for Nursery,Fuzzy Plush Rug for Dorm,Indigo Carpet,Cute Room Decor for Baby • Amazon Business $22.99 1 $22.99
Schylling NeeDoh Nice Cube - Sensory Fidget Toy for Your Best Mellow and Chill - Square Shape with Groovy Goo Filling in Assorted Colors Blue Pink Purple - Age 3 to Adult - Pack of 1 Random Color • Amazon Business $9.69 2 $19.38
Sensory Playtivity Squishy Sensory Discs, Set of 3 • School Specialty $18.37 1 $18.37
Learning Resources Big Feelings Pineapple Deluxe Social-Emotional Learning Toy Set, Yellow (LER6375) • Quill.com $17.99 1 $17.99
hand2mind My Feelings Rainbow Fidget Tube, Visual Sensory Toys, Play Therapy Toys, Comfort Items for Anxiety, Mindfulness for Kids, Social Emotional Learning Activities, Calm Down Corner Supplies • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Dr.Kbder Sensory Fidget Toys for Kids Toddler Boys, Autism Figette Ball Autistic ADHD Cool Desk Toy, Calm Down Travel Airplane Essentials Toys for Age 3-12 Year Old, Stuffers Gift for Kids Teens Girls • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Fidget Solar System - Bubble POP Fidget Toy • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $12.00 1 $12.00
9 Pcs Classroom Breathing Posters Calming Corner Posters Mindfulness Therapy Office Decor Calm Down Corner Wall Art Feelings Chart for Kids Educational Posters for Classroom • Amazon Business $11.79 1 $11.79
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

$316.06

Vendor shipping charges

 $5.36

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.74

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$356.16

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$62.85

Total project goal

$419.01

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $419.01

6 Donors

-$221.44

Donations toward project cost

-$189.20

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$32.24

Matching donations from our partners

-$196.43

Match offers toward project cost

-$166.97

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$29.46

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$1.15

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 $0.00

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