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
I am a first-year sped teacher currently teaching a 6:1:1 classroom, which consists of 6 autistic students ages 4-7. The items I requested are a mixture of sensory play and learning methods. Our school is located in a low-income family neighborhood in which many of my students come from within. For my students, they are entering my classroom for the very first time as kindergartners or first graders and I believe that my little ones would benefit tremendously as they transition into the school year. These items will also benefit their sensory needs. Sensory play is an extremely important asset in a child's education, especially in the younger ages. Through sensory play, they can learn turn-taking, fine motor skills, emotional development, language development and so much more. As my students struggle with sensory processing issues that lead to feelings of anxiety and difficulty focusing in the classroom. By incorporating sensory toys - such as sensory beads, pads, and foam paint, I aim to create a supportive environment that fosters engagement and helps my students self-regulate. Other items such as a carpet and different floor seatings like floor rocking chair and a bean bag, will provide my students with a variety of seating options that will help them succeed this school year. My overall goal is to create a second home for my students with items they like and enjoy!
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
Flagship Carpets Schoolgirl Style Pastel Rainbow Smileys on Notebook Educational Area Rug for Kids Room Seating Décor, Children's Classroom, Play Carpet for Teaching and Playroom, 5' x 7'6", Multi
• Amazon Business
Sensory LED Bubble Tube 4FT with 10 Fish, 20 Color Remote and Tall Water Tower Tank LED Night Light for Kids Bedroom, Living Room Decor
• Amazon Business
$89.00
1
$89.00
HOMZ Snaplock Clear Storage Bin with Lid, Small-12 Quart, Purple, 4 Pack
• Amazon Business
$38.65
2
$77.30
Big Comfy Bean Bag Chair: Posh Large Beanbag Chairs with Removable Cover for Kids, Teens and Adults - Polyester Cloth Puff Sack Lounger Furniture for All Ages - 27 Inch - Heather Teal
• Amazon Business
$75.23
1
$75.23
Educational Insights 3-In-1 Portable Easel - Magnetic Board, Whiteboard & Flannel Board, Classroom Must Haves
• Amazon Business
$54.82
1
$54.82
Hot Wheels - City 50 Mega Garage - Blue/Orange
• Best Buy Education
Fat Brain Toys SpinAgain Stacking Toy
• Kaplan Early Learning Company
$36.86
1
$36.86
Lakeshore Foam Sensory Paint - Set of 5
• Lakeshore Learning Materials
$29.99
1
$29.99
Bubble Machine Durable Automatic Bubble Blower, 18000+ Big Bubbles Per Minute Bubbles for Kids Toddlers Bubble Maker Operated by Plugin or Batteries Bubble Toys for Indoor Outdoor Birthday Party
• Amazon Business
$29.95
1
$29.95
JoyCat Magnetic Alphabet Maze Board, Montessori Learning Toys & Color Sorting Toys, Color Puzzles, ABC Alphabet Magnets Fine Motor Skills Toy for 3 4 5 Year Old Kids
• Amazon Business
LiKee Ultra-Large Shape Sorter Baby Toys Include 8pcs Sensory Pieces, Toddler Toys for Age 1-2 Boys Girl Birthday, Infant Montessori Toys Bins for One+ Year Old Activity Learning Fine Motor Skill
• Amazon Business
$19.89
1
$19.89
4E's Novelty Expandable Ball, Plastic Sensory Sphere for Kids and Adults
• Amazon Business
$19.59
1
$19.59
My Body Sends a Signal: Helping Kids Recognize Emotions & Express Feelings - Resilient Kids (social emotional learning paperback; calming corner)
• DonorsChoose Featured Favorites
$16.00
1
$16.00
GEMEM Wooden Lacing Threading Toys Fine Motor Skill Toys for 3 Year Old Educational and Learning Montessori Toddler Travel Toy 1 Strawberry and 1 Dog
• Amazon Business
$15.99
1
$15.99
hand2mind My Feelings Rainbow Fidget Tube, Visual Sensory Toys, Play Therapy Toys, Comfort Items for Anxiety, Mindfulness for Kids, Social Emotional Learning Activities, Calm Down Corner Supplies
• Amazon Business
$14.99
1
$14.99
hand2mind Colors & Shapes Sensory Pad, Occupational Therapy Toys, Fine Motor Toys, Toddler Sensory Toys, Sensory Water Mat, Sensory Play Therapy Toys, Calming Toys for Kids, Calm Down Corner Supplies
• Amazon Business
$12.49
1
$12.49
AIVIAI Juggling Scarves for Kids Play 24 Pcs Dance Music Scarfs Colorful Silk Actives Scarves Rhythm Band Scarves for Toddlers Children Movement(6 Colors)
• Amazon Business
$11.98
1
$11.98
Diaodey Montessori Toys Wooden Color Shape Sorting Box Game for Toddlers 1-3, Geometric Blocks Matching Preschool Learning Educational Sensory Toys for 3 4 5 Year Old Baby Kids
• Amazon Business
$9.99
1
$9.99
MCPINKY Xylophone for Kids, Xylophone Musical Toy with Child Safe Mallets Educational Musical Instruments Toy for Toddlers 1-3
• Amazon Business
$6.98
1
$6.98
Materials cost
$928.98
Vendor shipping charges
$5.00
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$13.93
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$977.91
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$172.57
Total project goal
$1,150.48
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$1,150.48
6 Donors
-$1,129.89
Donations toward project cost
-$977.91
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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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. Cynthia and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.
