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Mr. Anderson from Detroit, MI is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Sensory Tools to Help Student Self-Regulation

My students need sensory tools, such as balance balls, weighted blankets, noise cancelling headphones, in order to be their best learners.

  • $736 goal

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This project is part of the Black History Month celebration because it supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of the students are Black.

My Students

Our school exists to holistically support the education and development of students who have the determination, drive, and skills to shape their own path of high achievement with the ultimate goal of creating civically engaged, joyful citizens who are ready to change the world

As Special Education Coordinator, I work with the kids who need the most love and support.

Many of my students with disabilities need extra interventions to fully reach their potential. The best place for my students to learn in the general education classroom, however often times they are overstimulated, hyperactive or unable to self-regulate.

My Project

All of my students want nothing more than to be in the classroom learning. Creating high quality work, managing peer relationship, transitioning from topic to topic and all the other day to day stress is a lot for a young mind to handle.

My students need sensory tools to help them self-regulate and become their best possible learners.

These materials would help me integrate skills that I teach in individual sessions into each students classroom. Students will be able to use the sensory tools to help manage emotions in the classroom, which allow them to not miss any valuable learning time. Visual timers help students be able to take a break in an alternative seat in the classroom, without having to leave the class. Weighted blankets help students who are fidgety or need the feeling of help or support. Some students have described having a weighted blanket as being in a constant hug. Fidgets will help students keep their eyes and mind on the teacher, while having an outlet for their sensory needs. Noise cancelling headphones allow students who are sensitive to noise be more involved in school wide events, which sometimes can get a bit noisy!

Mr. Anderson
Grades 3-5

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Gaiam Adjustable Custom-Fit Balance Ball Chair, Stability Ball Desk Chair with 55cm Yoga Ball, Inflation Pump and Exercise Guide for Home or Office, Grey • Amazon Business $79.98 2 $159.96
Sensory Weighted Lap Pad for Kids - 5-pounds - Great for Children with Autism, ADHD, and Sensory Processing Disorder • Amazon Business $44.99 2 $89.98
Lily's Home Moving Sand Picture. 7 X 5 Inch Frame. Blue • Amazon Business $9.99 6 $59.94
Liquid Motion Bubbler for Sensory Play, Fidget Toy, Children Activity, Desk Top, Assorted Colors • Amazon Business $5.99 8 $47.92
KeNeer 7Pack Stretchy String Fidget Sensory Toys - Relieve Stress, and Increase Patience - Build Resistance Squeeze, Pull - Good for kids with ADD, ADHD or Autism, and Adults to Strengthen Arms • Amazon Business $9.99 4 $39.96
Universal Specialties Wacky Tracks Snap and Click Fidget Toys for Sensory Kids - Snappy Snake Puzzles Assorted Colors Pack of 4 • Amazon Business $7.75 4 $31.00
Liquid Motion Spiral Timer Toy for Sensory Play - Relaxing Bubble Motion Autism ADHD Fidget Toy, Calming Toy, Sensory Visual Relaxation Desk Toy, Assorted Colors, One Piece • Amazon Business $9.99 2 $19.98
Silicone Spiky Sensory Toy Rings (4-Pack) Tactile Fidget Gadget | Quiet, Fidgeting and ADHD Support | Colorful, Stimulating Massage | Toddler, Youth Friendly Sensory Motor Aid • Amazon Business $9.98 2 $19.96
Snug Kids Earmuffs / Best Hearing Protectors – Adjustable Headband Ear Defenders For Children and Adults (Pink) • Amazon Business $14.75 1 $14.75
Snug Kids Earmuffs / Hearing Protectors - Adjustable Headband Ear Defenders For Children and Adults (Black) • Amazon Business $14.75 1 $14.75
Snug Kids Earmuffs / Best Hearing Protectors – Adjustable Headband Ear Defenders For Children and Adults (Original Blue) • Amazon Business $14.75 1 $14.75
Colorful Liquid Motion Bubbler Desk Sensory Toy Timer Floating Zig Zag Stairs Bouncing for Play, Fidgeting, Captivating Distraction (1 Bubbler) • Amazon Business $6.99 2 $13.98
Snug Kids Earmuffs / Hearing Protectors – Adjustable Headband Ear Defenders For Children and Adults (Purple) • Amazon Business $12.95 1 $12.95
Snug Kids Earmuffs / Best Hearing Protectors – Adjustable Headband Ear Defenders For Children and Adults (Aqua Blue) • Amazon Business $12.95 1 $12.95
Snug Kids Earmuffs / Hearing Protectors - Adjustable Headband Ear Defenders For Children and Adults (Yellow) • Amazon Business $12.95 1 $12.95
Snug Kids Earmuffs / Hearing Protectors – Adjustable Headband Ear Defenders For Children and Adults (Red) • Amazon Business $12.95 1 $12.95
MICHLEY 18pcs 1.18" Mini Soft Vinyl Multicolor Porcupine Balls • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99

Materials cost

$586.72

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.80

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$625.52

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$110.39

Total project goal

$735.91

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $735.91

17 Donors

-$731.49

Donations toward project cost

-$625.52

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$105.97

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$4.42

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