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Ms. Otero from Bronx, NY is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Bridging the Gap Between Parents And Children

Help me give my students the opportunity to have a fun time with the family without electronics.

  • $479 goal

This project expired on April 11, 2025.

This project expired on April 11, 2025.

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

I hope when you read this that you are in the best of health. We have many children who live with their parents but no communication is happening in the house. Electronics are all these children know and we need to build the relationships so I was thinking old school with board games. Maybe I am trying for something that may or may not happen but if one family become a little closer then it was all worth it.

I am also asking for games for children with disabilities because through the years I have seen more children coming in that need a little more help then others for example verbal skills may be limited, socialization may be very awkward for the child so I ask for devices and toys that may ease their transition into Pre--k.

I just want to help all my children and for them not to feel alone as well as their families. I want each of my babies to have everything they need to achieve with your help we can accomplish a lot Thank you once again.

Ms. Otero PS 65 Mother Hale Academy Grades PreK-2

Equity Focus

This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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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

18 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
AAC Device for Autism & Speech Therapy. Non Verbal Communication Tools for Kids & Adults. Programmable AAC Communication Device. Alternative to Autism Communication Cards & PECS Cards for Autism • Amazon Business $18.99 5 $94.95
Winning Fingers Shape Toy Puzzle Game – Pop Up Board Game with Shape Puzzles - Two Players Concentration Games Puzzle Board Matching Game - Educational Toy for Kids 3 Years and Older • Amazon Business $11.99 4 $47.96
Spin Master Games, PAW Patrol Pups ‘N Ladders Game, PAW Patrol Toys, Toddler Toys, Family Games, Kids Games, Christmas Gifts for Kids, for Ages 4+ • Amazon Business $9.99 3 $29.97
YoYa Toys Pull, Stretch and Squeeze Stress Balls - 3 Balls, Elastic Sensory Balls for Stress and Anxiety Relief, Autism and Special Needs Toys, Calming Fidgets for Kids and Adults, Ideal for Classroom • Amazon Business $14.39 2 $28.78
Spin Master Games, Snack-O-Saurus Rex Board Game, Kids Game, Funny Family Game, Fun Games, Family Game Night, Christmas Gifts for Kids, for Ages 5+ • Amazon Business $9.19 3 $27.57
Hasbro Gaming Candy Land Kingdom Of Sweet Adventures Board Game For Kids, Christmas Gifts for Boys & Girls, 3+ (Amazon Exclusive) • Amazon Business $8.99 3 $26.97
Hungry Hungry Hippos Game for Preschoolers | Instant Marble Relaunch, Easy Set-Up & Storage| Ages 4 and Up | 2 to 4 Players | Kids Games • Amazon Business $7.99 3 $23.97
Hasbro Gaming Monopoly Junior Board Game, 2-Sided Gameboard, 2 Games in 1, Monopoly Game for Younger Kids Ages 4 and Up, Kids Games for 2 to 6 Players • Amazon Business $9.97 2 $19.94
Dr.Kbder Sensory Toys for Autistic Children Set, Autism Fidget Toys Pack Calm Down Travel Essential Toys for Kid Toddler Age 1 2 3 4 5 Years, ADHD Stress Anxiety Christmas Stuffer for Kids Boys Girls • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
Hasbro Gaming Don't Break The Ice Preschool Game, Board Games for Kids Ages 3 and Up • Amazon Business $7.99 2 $15.98
Let's Go Fishin' Game by Pressman - The Original Fast-Action Fishing Game!, 1-4 players • Amazon Business $7.97 2 $15.94
Regal Games Card Games for Kids - Go Fish, Crazy 8's, Old Maid, Slap Jack, Garbage Monster, War - Simple & Fun Classic Family Table Games - Games May Vary (6 Set) • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Baby Healthcare and Grooming Kit, 20 in 1 Baby Safety Set Newborn Nursery Health Care Set with Hair Brush Scale Nail Clippers for Baby Girls Boys (20 Kits Pink) • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99

Materials cost

$371.00

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.56

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$406.56

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$71.75

Total project goal

$478.31

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