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Ms. Kris from Belfast, ME is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Building Bridges: Teaching AAC to Create a More Inclusive School

Help me give my students materials to better understand and support Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC). When students learn about AAC, they gain valuable insights into how their peers communicate, breaking down barriers and build stronger friendships.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Kris's classroom raised $271

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My Project

Communication is the cornerstone of connection, and at our elementary school, we believe every student deserves to be heard and understood. We are seeking support to educate students about Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC). By teaching about AAC, we can equip our students with the knowledge and empathy to connect with their peers who use different communication methods. This initiative isn't just about learning about different tools; it's about fostering a culture of empathy and understanding. Your generous donation will provide book resources to bring this important education to life, directly impacting how our students interact and connect with one another, ensuring everyone feels like they belong.

Ms. Kris Captain Albert Stevens Elementary School Grades PreK-2 Belfast, ME View local requests

More than a third 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

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Solobo Toys: All The Ways Sterling Communicates (neurodiversity board book) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $16.00 2 $32.00
I Talk in Different Ways • Amazon Business $14.99 2 $29.98
Lucas the Lion Loves The Tiny Talker • Amazon Business $27.67 1 $27.67
The Different Ways We Communicate • Amazon Business $10.99 2 $21.98
Do you talk the way I talk? (Spectacular Spectrum Book Series) • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Animal ABC. AAC Adapted book: for Kids Ages 2-7 : Alphabet Practice, Animals for Each Letter. Book with Pictograms. Autism spectrum disorder ... book with visual aid. (Look & Learn) • Amazon Business $14.98 1 $14.98
Something to Say about My Communication Device • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
All About Core: An Alphabet Book for Emerging Readers • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
More than Words: So Many Ways to Say What We Mean • Amazon Business $11.29 1 $11.29
A Voice of Her Own • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99

Materials cost

$187.86

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $9.39

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.82

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$230.07

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$40.60

Total project goal

$270.67

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $270.67

1 Donor

-$270.67

Donations toward project cost

-$230.07

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$40.60

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