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Mrs. Canel from Chatsworth, CA is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Sensory Learning Boost

Help me give my students fidget and sensory toys that help with our token boards!

  • $308 goal

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Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

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

Introducing a variety of sensory tools and toys like Calming Sensory Toys, Squishy Drawing Pads, Marble Maze Mats, Squishy Stress Toys, Pop Fidget Handheld Games, Fidget Toys, Liquid Wands, Pop Fidget Solar System, and Watch It Roll Down Calming Tubes will greatly benefit our classroom. These tools help manage stress, boost concentration, encourage creativity, and engage the senses. From stress relief to fine motor skill development, these toys address various needs, fostering a more inclusive and focused learning environment. By having the items mentioned, our goals are multi-faceted. We aim to boost student focus and concentration, creating a more attentive classroom environment.

These tools will also serve as valuable stress relief and emotional regulation resources, helping students manage their feelings effectively.

Additionally, we seek to encourage creativity by engaging their senses, making learning a more dynamic and enjoyable experience. These tools cater to diverse learning needs, ensuring that every student can benefit, particularly in terms of fine motor skill development. Moreover, we hope to ignite curiosity and interest in science and the world around us, as some of these items have educational components. Ultimately, the overarching goal is to foster a more positive and focused learning atmosphere where students can manage their energy levels and emotional well-being while enhancing their overall classroom learning experience.

Mrs. Canel Germain Academy Academic Achieve 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.

More about Mrs. Canel

Chatsworth, CA 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

24 students impacted 8donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Wonder Wands • Lakeshore Learning Materials $34.99 1 $34.99
Squishy Sensory Fidget Toys for Kids - Sensory Toys for Autistic Children Special Needs, Stress Anxiety Relief Toys for Calm Down, Squeeze Sensory Tube Filled with Colorful Goo, Glitter 4Pack • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
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
4 Pcs Marble Maze Mat Sensory Fidget Stress Relief Toys Calming Sensory Mat Anxiety Relief Toys Fidget Sensory Fabric Toys for Teens School Home Reduce Stress (Marble Maze Style,8.66 x 6.3 in) • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
LIVOND Calming Sensory Toys, Fidget Sensory Toys for Autistic Children, Desk Accessories, Holiday Stocking Stuffers (Blue+Penguin Timer) • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
LIVOND Calming Sensory Toys, Fidget Sensory Toys for Autistic Children, Desk Accessories • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Pop & Play Sensory Dimpl™ • Lakeshore Learning Materials $12.99 1 $12.99
Fidget Solar System - Bubble Pop Toy • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $12.00 1 $12.00
Yrissmiss Fidget Toys Slug, Mini Sensory Toy Pack for Adults and Kids, 6Pcs Autism Sensory Toys, Desk Toys, Toddler Toys, Office Toy, ADHD Toys, Exercise Wrist & Stress Relief (6PC-B) • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
SuperMomo Handheld Game for Kids 6-8, Pop Fidget Game Toys, Quick Push Game, Bubble Stress Pop Light Up Game, Mini Games Sensory Toys for Autistic Children, Xmas Birthday Gifts for Boys Girls Teens • Amazon Business $10.99 1 $10.99
Sky Castle DoodleJamz JellyBoards — Squishy Drawing Pads Filled with Non-Toxic Sensory Gel – No-Mess Fidget Art – ASMR – Re-usable for Endless Artistic Creations (Blue and Red Gel) • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
DoodleJamz JellyBoards — Squishy Drawing Pads Filled with Non-Toxic Sensory Gel – No-Mess Fidget Art – ASMR – Re-usable for Endless Artistic Creations (Pink on Green Gel) • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Lakeshore Watch-It-Roll Calming Tube • Lakeshore Learning Materials $9.99 1 $9.99
DoodleJamz JellyBoards — Squishy Drawing Pads Filled with Non-Toxic Sensory Gel – No-Mess Fidget Art – ASMR – Re-usable for Endless Artistic Creations (Pink on Blue Gel) • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
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 $9.99 1 $9.99

Materials cost

$204.86

Vendor shipping charges

$5.00

Sales tax

$18.74

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.07

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$261.67

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$46.18

Total project goal

$307.85

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$307.85

4 Donors

-$198.86

Donations toward project cost

-$187.78

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$11.08

Matching donations from our partners

-$86.93

Match offers toward project cost

-$73.89

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$13.04

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$22.06

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$0.00

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