This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because
it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.
My Project
My kindergarten special education students are experiencing school for the very first time. Each day, they are learning how to be part of a classroom, how to follow routines, express their needs, and engage with academics while navigating unique challenges related to autism, sensory processing differences, attention difficulties, and developmental delays.
What makes my students so special is their resilience.
They work hard to accomplish what many take for granted, and they deserve tools that support their growth and celebrate their strengths.
This project will provide sensory resources that make a meaningful difference in their daily learning. Fidget tools, weighted lap pads, flexible seating options, and calming visuals will support regulation, helping students feel comfortable, focused, and ready to learn. Sensory supports like these will ease transitions, promote independence, and reduce frustration during classroom activities.
By donating, you're helping me create a classroom that is inclusive, supportive, and full of joy. A place where every child can learn and thrive at their own pace. Thank you for believing in them and in me.
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
Kaplan Early Learning 26" Vinyl Bean Bag Chair - Blue
• Kaplan Early Learning Company
$89.06
1
$89.06
FERUERW Autism Kids Swivel Chair, Spinning Chair for Kids Sensory, Sensory Toy Chair, Carousel Spin Sensory Chair for Kids, Training Body Coordination (Blue)
• Amazon Business
$79.99
1
$79.99
Brewish Sensory Bubble Floor Lamp | 7 Color Changing LED Mood Night Light | Sensory Lamp for Autistic | Fake Aquarium Water Tube | Gift for Kids, Men & Women | Golden Rose Base - 3 Feet
• Amazon Business
Big Joe Milano Kid's Smartmax Black Beanbag Chair
• Amazon Business
$43.99
1
$43.99
Special Supplies Chewy Jewelry Sensory Necklaces and Bracelets, 16 Pack, Soft and Flexible Silicone, Interactive Relief for Kids
• Amazon Business
$21.84
1
$21.84
Sky Castle DoodleJamz JellyBoards — Squishy Drawing Pads Filled with Non-Toxic Sensory Gel – No-Mess Fidget Art – ASMR – Re-usable for Endless Artistic Creations (Red and Yellow Gel)
• Amazon Business
$3.37
6
$20.22
Scientoy Fidget Toy Set, 35 Pcs Sensory Toy for ADD, OCD, Autistic Children, Adults, Anxiety Autism to Stress Relief and Anti Anxiety with Motion Timer, Perfect for Classroom Reward with Gift Box
• Amazon Business
$19.95
1
$19.95
20 PCS Multicolored Quiet Fidgets Toys for Unique Fidget Experience, Anti Anxiety Sensory Toys Combine into New Shapes, Brain Imagination Tools, Relax Therapy Educational Toy for Kids Boys Adults
• Amazon Business
$18.99
1
$18.99
Special Supplies Sensory Fuzzy Band Bracelets for Kids, 6 Pack, Flexible and Stretchy Wearable Sensory Toys, Tactile Silicone Squiggly Touch, Bright and Colorful Wristbands
• Amazon Business
$15.19
1
$15.19
Sensory Toys for Kids Toddlers: Fidget Sensory Toys for Autistic Children Special Needs, Gel Filled Squishy Stress Toys for Autism / Anxiety Relief, Ideal Materials for Teaching/Learning Shapes Colors
• Amazon Business
$14.99
1
$14.99
Impresa 3-Pack Spiky Sensory Rings from The Original Monkey Noodle, Fidget Bracelet for Kids with Unique Needs, Fosters Creativity, Focus and Fun-Great for Classrooms, Home & Playtime Age 3+
• Amazon Business
$10.88
1
$10.88
Mr. Pen- Kneaded Eraser, Erasers for Drawing, 16 Pack, Artist Eraser, Kneaded Erasers for Artists, Kneadable Erasers, Drawing Erasers, Art Erasers, Putty Eraser, Erasers for Sketching, Rubber Erasers
• Amazon Business
$7.84
1
$7.84
Vanblue Fidget Toy 10Pcs Marble Mesh Fidget Toys Sensory Marble and Mesh Fidget Stress Relieve Toy for Kids Adults ADHD ADD Autism Halloween Decorations
• Amazon Business
$6.99
1
$6.99
Materials cost
$492.91
Vendor shipping charges
$3.50
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$7.39
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$533.80
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$94.20
Total project goal
$628.00
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$628.00
5 Donors
-$312.24
Donations toward project cost
-$268.40
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$43.84
Matching donations from our partners
-$312.24
Match offers toward project cost
-$265.40
Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
DonorsChoose is the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.
As a teacher-founded nonprofit, we're trusted by thousands of teachers and supporters across the country. This classroom request for funding was created by Ms. Koppelman and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.
