Help me give my students with diverse needs materials and supports that will aid them to participate in classroom activities and learn functional skills.
FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Esther's classroom raised $283
This project is fully funded
My Project
It has been a joy teaching my students this year, and thanks to the donations that I received for my first DonorsChoose project, I was able to set up an organized classroom that supports my second graders well. Now my school has launched its annual Project-Based Learning project, which involves all the students at our school moving to different groups, so once a week I am teaching a class of students ranging from pre-schoolers to second graders, including the kindergarten autism class.
To meet the needs of this diverse group of learners, I am requesting materials that will foster hands-on learning, creativity, and sensory engagement.
Tools like dry erase pocket sleeves and mesh zipper pouch bags will allow us to stay organized while keeping activities reusable and accessible for all ages. Mini loop scissors and plastic art trays will make craft and motor skill activities manageable for even the youngest learners. For play-based learning, I’m requesting items like a color shape sorting matching game, cutting play food toys, and a wooden bead sequencing set. These materials will help students practice critical skills such as sorting, sequencing, and fine motor development in a fun and engaging way.
Additionally, I’d like to incorporate sensory materials to support students who need calming or stimulating tools to focus and self-regulate. Sensory bean bags, therapy putty, and sensory fidget tubes will provide tactile experiences that help regulate emotions and improve concentration. Pin art will be another hands-on, calming tool for curious minds. By creating a classroom environment rich in sensory and interactive materials, I can better support diverse learners and prepare for my future goal of teaching in a self-contained classroom. Thank you for considering my project and helping me create a space where all students can thrive!
More than half of students from low‑income households
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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
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$27.99
100 PCS Cutting Play Food Toy for Kids Kitchen, Pretend Food Toys for Toddlers, Play Kitchen Toys Accessories with 2 Baskets, Fake Food/Fruit/Vegetable, Birthday Gifts for 3 4 5 Years old Boys Girls
• Amazon Business
$24.99
1
$24.99
WallDeca Dry Erase Pocket Sleeves Assorted Colors, 8.5" x 11", Plastic Paper Holder Pack, Reusable Dry Erase Sleeves, Paper Pocket Folders Plastic, 5 Colors (25-Pack)
• Amazon Business
$24.97
1
$24.97
LABUK 52pcs Mesh Zipper Pouch Bags, A4 Size Zipper Pouches, 9.5x13.5 Inches Zipper Bags, 12 Colors Waterproof Toys Storage Bags, Letter Size for School Office Travel Accessories
• Amazon Business
$23.99
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$23.99
Vive Therapy Putty (6 Pack) - Putty for Hand - Stress Putty for Adults, Kids - Exercise Putty for Rehab, Finger, Grip Strength Resistance - Sensory Putty and Therapy Occupational Clay - 3 Ounces
• Amazon Business
$22.76
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$22.76
Montessori Wooden Beads Sequencing Toy Set, Stacking Blocks & Lacing Beads & Matching Shape Stacker for 2 3 4 5 Year Old STEM Preschool Learning Montessori Toys Gifts for Kids Boy Girl Toddler
• Amazon Business
$16.99
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$16.99
Sharkwill 3D Pin Art Intellectual Fun Toy Blue Plastic Pin Art Palm Board Push Pin Toy (Blue-6 x 8 Inches)
• Amazon Business
$15.99
1
$15.99
Kathfly 15 Pcs Sensory Bean Bags for Shape, Texture, Color & Feel Sorting Sensory Items with Drawstring Bag for Autistic People Need Supply for ADHD Adults Women Men(Square)
• Amazon Business
$15.99
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$15.99
10 Pack Plastic Art Trays,8 Colors Activity Trays Sensory Tray,Sand Tray Serving Trays,Art Trays for Kids,Crafts Organizer,DIY Projects,Painting,Beads,Home,School
• Amazon Business
$12.99
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$12.99
Color Shape Sorting Matching Games Montessori Toys for Toddlers 1 2 3 Years Old Preschool Educational Learning Fine Motor Skills Toys Wooden
• Amazon Business
$9.99
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$9.99
6Pack Mini Loop Scissors,5.5inch Colorful Kids Grip Scissor Set,Adaptive Cutting Self-Opening Scissor for Children,Support Special Needs,6 Colors
• Amazon Business
$9.99
1
$9.99
Materials cost
$206.64
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$3.10
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$239.74
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$42.31
Total project goal
$282.05
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$282.05
1 Donor
-$239.74
Donations toward project cost
-$239.74
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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