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Mrs. Wells from Greensboro, NC is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Mrs. Wells's classroom raised $778

Sensory Tools for Sensory Seeking Kids

Help me give my students the sensory tools they need to regulate their bodies and participate in the academic school day.

My Project

My students are curious, energetic, and full of potential. My middle school students are learning not only academic skills, but also how to manage emotions, interact with others, and navigate the world around them. Many of my students benefit from extra sensory support throughout the school day, and I love watching them grow in confidence when they are given the tools they need to feel safe, calm, and successful.

We are working to create a sensory space that can support both of our self contained special education classes.

The sensory resources in this project will provide opportunities for calming, movement, tactile exploration, and emotional regulation in a safe and welcoming environment.

The sensory swing and tent will create a cozy calm-down space where students can relax when feeling overwhelmed. The weighted plush sensory toy will provide comforting deep-pressure input that helps students regulate emotions and feel secure. The spinning chair will support children who need movement to help organize their bodies and improve focus. The sensory mats and sensory toys will encourage tactile exploration, visual tracking, and sensory engagement that support self-regulation and attention skills. The chew toys will provide safe oral stimulation. The flexible seating options will provide a variety of seating options in the classroom.

These resources will help students develop coping strategies, improve focus, and return to the classroom ready to learn. Most importantly, they will help children feel understood, supported, and included in our school community.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Nearly all students from low‑income households

20 students impacted 1 donor
Mrs. Wells Western Guilford Middle School Grades 6-8

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Greensboro, NC View local requests

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

20 students impacted 1donor

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
G TALECO GEAR Sensory Swing with Stand for Kids, Autism & Pod Swing | X-Shaped Frame,Bottom Reinforced Support Straps, Hammock Chair Stand for Indoor and Outdoor Autism Kids Adults(Blue) • Amazon Business $92.99 1 $92.99
Pacific Play Tents Super Sensory Activity Tunnel, 6 Feet, Multi-Color, Each, 23.7x9x4 - Adult • School Specialty $79.94 1 $79.94
9 Labeled Sensory Mats w/Lesson Plans | Sensory Toys for Kids with Autism | Mats for Autistic Children | Occupational Therapy Toys | Sensory Wall for Autism Classroom Must Haves • Amazon Business $64.97 1 $64.97
Sensory Tent for Kids with Autism, ADHD, SPD - Calm Corner Helps Children Relax, Reduce Anxiety & Improve Focus - Portable Pop-up Blackout Play Tent with Travel Bag • Amazon Business $56.80 1 $56.80
Lewtemi 4 Pcs Flexible Seating for Classroom Elementary, 20'' Yoga Inflatable Ball Chair for Kids, Wobble Chair Donut Ball Chairs with Inflator for Student Sensory Balance Exercise (Boho Color) • Amazon Business $52.99 1 $52.99
GAKINUNE Autism Sensory Spinning Swivel Chair for Autistic Kids | 360° Spin Seat Toy for Children,Sit and Spin Sensory Chair for Balance and Motion Training,Sensory Toys,Holds 220 Lbs • Amazon Business $49.99 1 $49.99
Special Supplies Bumble Bee Sensory Vibrating Pillow, Pressure Activated for Kids and Adults, Plush Minky Soft with Textured Therapy Stimulation Bumps. Size: 11 by 20 inches • Amazon Business $37.59 1 $37.59
Ted Kangaroo Weighted Vest for Kids Sensory Compression Vest Deep Pressure Comfort (Blue) • Amazon Business $36.09 1 $36.09
MelonArt Noise Cancelling Headphones for Kid Adult, 3PCS Kids Ear Hearing Protection 27dB Noise Reduction Earmuffs for Autism Sensory Toddler Soundproof Headphones for Shooting/Monster Truck/Concert • Amazon Business $26.99 1 $26.99
Trideer Flexible Seating for Classroom Elementary, Yoga Ball Chairs for Kids, Wobble Chair of School Supplies for Sensory Kids, Student Desk Chairs for Homeschool (Blue, 55cm) • Amazon Business $23.27 1 $23.27
COLORLIFE Cool Jellyfish lamp Sensory Synthetic Realistic Jelly Fish Tank Aquarium Mood Lamp for Home Office Decor Gifts for Kids Women Men Birthday Christmas Holiday Presents • Amazon Business $22.79 1 $22.79
Sensory Chew Necklaces for Boys and Girls, 8 Pack Chew Necklace for Sensory Kids with Autism, ADHD, SPD, Biting, Silicone Oral Sensory Toys for Autism Adults Reduce Chewing Anxiety Fidget • Amazon Business $9.48 1 $9.48
Chew Necklaces for Sensory Kids, Chewy Necklace Sensory Bundle for Boys and Girls with Chewing, Teething, Biting, ADHD, Autism, Silicone Oral Motor Chew Teether Fidget Toys for Adults 7 Pack • Amazon Business $8.54 1 $8.54
GNAWRISHING Sensory Chew Necklace, 8 Pack Diamond Chew Necklaces for Sensory Kids, Made from Food Grade Silicone for for Autistic, ADHD, Oral Motor Boys and Girls Children (Rainbow Color) • Amazon Business $7.58 1 $7.58

Materials cost

$570.01

Vendor shipping charges

$7.99

Sales tax

$44.46

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.55

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$661.01

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$116.65

Total project goal

$777.66

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$777.66

1 Donor

-$777.66

Donations toward project cost

-$661.01

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$116.65

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$0.00

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