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Ms. Emily from Wichita, KS is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Yay! It's Time for Speech!

Help me give my students engaging and fun speech therapy sessions through games and activities.

  • $373 goal

This project expired on July 6, 2024.

This project expired on July 6, 2024.

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My Project

Dear Potential Donors,

I am writing to you from I.

Elementary to request your support in providing engaging games and toys for our speech therapy program. My goal is to create an interactive and stimulating environment where children can develop their speech and language skills while having fun.

Speech therapy plays a crucial role in the development of children with communication disorders. However, traditional methods can sometimes feel repetitive and daunting for young learners. By incorporating games and toys into our therapy sessions, we aim to make learning more enjoyable and effective for our students.

Research has shown that play-based therapy can significantly improve language development in children with speech disorders. Games and toys provide opportunities for children to practice communication skills in a natural and relaxed setting, leading to better retention and progress.

Unfortunately, our current resources are limited, and we lack the variety of games and toys necessary to cater to the diverse needs of our students. With your generous contribution, we can expand our collection to include a wide range of interactive materials.

By introducing these resources, such as the noise canceling headphones, Bubble Fish Tank, games, and books into our therapy sessions, we can create a dynamic and interactive learning environment that motivates our students to actively participate and progress in their speech development.

Your support will make a significant difference in the lives of our students, empowering them to overcome communication barriers and reach their full potential. Together, we can provide them with the tools they need to succeed in school and beyond.

Thank you for considering our request. Your generosity will have a lasting impact on the lives of children in our community.

Sincerely,

Miss Emily the SLP

Ms. Emily Irving Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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Nearly all 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

50 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Popdarts Original Game Set (Blue and Green) - Indoor, Outdoor Suction Cup Throwing Game - Competition with a POP • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
Goliath Gooey Louie - Pull The Gooey Boogers Out Until His Head Pops Open Game, Green • Amazon Business $24.90 1 $24.90
Windy Knickers - The Silly Spinning, Granny Giggling, Windy Washing Game! by Goliath • Amazon Business $21.98 1 $21.98
Banana Blast - Pull The Bananas Until The Monkey Jumps Game by Goliath • Amazon Business $21.88 1 $21.88
Chompin' Charlie Game - Feed The Squirrel Acorns and Race to Collect Them When They Scatter by Goliath • Amazon Business $20.13 1 $20.13
Goliath Grumpy Grandpa Game - Flip The Channel Before Grandpa Flips His Lid - Ages 4 and Up, 2-5 Players - Includes a 24-Piece Puzzle • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Catch The Fox - Collect The Most Chickens When The Fox Loses His Pants Game! by Goliath, 48 months to 1188 months • Amazon Business $19.94 1 $19.94
Jumping Jack Game by Goliath — Pull Out a Carrot and Watch Jack Jump by Goliath • Amazon Business $19.64 1 $19.64
Goliath Smack 'N Snack Game - Collect Snacks from Vending Machine Before Monsters Attack! - Ages 4 and Up, 2-4 Players • Amazon Business $16.00 1 $16.00
Shark Bite -- Roll the Die and Fish for Colorful Sea Creatures Before the Shark Bites Game! by Pressman Blue Sky, 5" • Amazon Business $15.79 1 $15.79
Goliath Sneak-A-Treat Game - Grab The Treats Before The Candy Critter Leaps! - Preschool Game, Ages 4 and Up, 2-4 Players • Amazon Business $13.37 1 $13.37
Gobble Monster Game - Save Your Toys from The Monster's Tongue Before It's Too Late by Goliath,Multicolor • Amazon Business $12.64 1 $12.64
Goliath Fire Fightin' Frenzy Game - Fast-Paced Active Floor Play with Realistic Firetruck Action - Ages 4 and Up, 2-4 Players • Amazon Business $9.72 1 $9.72
Goliath One Trick Pony Game w/ 24pc Puzzle - Round Up Animals Before Cowboy's Spinning Lasso Ropes You in - Includes 24-Piece Puzzle • Amazon Business $9.34 1 $9.34
Hasbro Gaming Connect 4 Classic Grid,4 in a Row Game,Strategy Board Games for Kids,2 Player .for Family and Kids,Ages 6 and Up • Amazon Business $8.49 1 $8.49

Materials cost

$263.80

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$18.60

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.96

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$316.36

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$55.83

Total project goal

$372.19

Our team works hard to negotiate the best pricing and selections available.

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