Building Foundations: Engaging Young Minds with Manipulative Materials
Help me give my students the manipulatives they need for hands-on learning and engagement.
FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Ivy's classroom raised $670
This project is fully funded
My Project
I absolutely love the curiosity and joy my students bring to the classroom each day. Their unique personalities and diverse learning styles inspire me to create an engaging and supportive learning environment. The manipulatives I am requesting, including tactile blocks, sensory toys, and counting beads, will significantly enhance their learning experiences. These resources will provide hands-on opportunities for exploration, fostering a deeper understanding of foundational concepts in math, literacy, fine and gross motor skills.
My primary goal for this project is to equip my students with the tools they need to thrive.
By integrating manipulatives into our lessons, I aim to cater to their varied learning preferences, encouraging collaboration and creativity. For instance, building with blocks not only enhances spatial awareness but also promotes teamwork as they construct together.
What makes my students special is their resilience and determination. Many face challenges that require tailored approaches, and these manipulatives will offer them alternative ways to engage with the curriculum. By creating a tactile learning experience, I hope to ignite a passion for learning that will stay with them throughout their educational journey, paving the way for future successes.
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
Liquid Triangle Sensory Tiles - 13" x 15" Colorful Floor Lava Tiles for Kids Assist Learning, Stimulation, Processing by Play - Social Emotional Gross Motor Toys for Special Needs Children - Set of 6
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$69.99
1
$69.99
Scotch Thermal Laminating Pouches,200 Pack Laminating Sheets,3 Mil,8.9 x 11.4 Inches, Education Supplies & Craft Supplies, For Use With Thermal Laminators, Letter Size Sheets (TP3854-200)
• Amazon Business
$26.73
2
$53.46
Lakeshore Classroom Magnetic Letters Kit
• Lakeshore Learning Materials
Learning Resources Crocodile Hop Floor Game - Ages 3+ Indoor Games for Toddlers, Gross Motor Skills Toys for Kids, Preschool Learning Activities
• Amazon Business
$30.83
1
$30.83
Montessori Toddler Counting Peg Board Box with Number- Wooden Counting Box Toys for Toddlers 1-3,Montessori Math Manipulatives Materials and Numbers,Montessori Toys for 3 Year Old,Peg Board for Kids
• Amazon Business
$25.95
1
$25.95
Skoolzy Butterfly Color Sorting 75 Piece Toys_and_Games Set, Counting Learning Activities for Toddlers & Preschool Educational Toys for oddler, Preschool, Kindergarten, 1st Grade Includes ebook
• Amazon Business
$24.69
1
$24.69
Melissa & Doug Shape Sorting Cube
• Kaplan Early Learning Company
$23.36
1
$23.36
Solobo Toys: UPPERCASE Alphabet Puzzle (lightweight, wooden puzzle for preschool kindergarten elementary; tactile abc learning tools)
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DUKVSG Magnetic Color & Number Maze, Montessori Counting Matching Toys, Wooden Magnet Maze Board Game Toys, Toddler Fine Motor Skills Toys for Boys Girls 3 4 5 Years Old Preschool Learning Activities
• Amazon Business
$20.79
1
$20.79
Classroom Decor Sensory Path Decals for Floor & Wall - Number Flower Hopscotch Floor Stickers for Boosting Gross Motor Skills
• Amazon Business
$18.89
1
$18.89
Classroom Decor Sensory Path Decals for Floor & Wall - Hand & Foot Hopscotch Floor Stickers for Boosting Gross Motor Skills
• Amazon Business
$18.89
1
$18.89
Classroom Decor Sensory Path Decals for Floor & Wall - Dynamic Hand & Foot Walk Path Hopscotch Floor Stickers for Boosting Gross Motor Skills
• Amazon Business
$18.89
1
$18.89
GOODLYSPORTS 2-In-1Hopscotch & Bean Bag Toss,Combine Hopscotch Rings with Bean Bag Toss Game, Bean Bag Toss Game for Kids,Hopscotch Outdoor Game,Agility Rings,Fun Playground Toys for Boys and Girls.
• Amazon Business
$17.99
1
$17.99
Social Stories Activities for Kids ages 4-12: Illustrated Teaching Social Skills to Children and Adults, Learning at home, Understanding Social Rules, Growth Mindset, Distance learning And more !
• Amazon Business
$17.90
1
$17.90
D-FantiX Kids Visual Schedule - Morning Bedtime Daily Routine & Chore Chart for Ages 3-13, Communication Cards Autism Learning Materials for Classroom & Home School, 80 Activity & 10 Blank Cards
• Amazon Business
$15.99
1
$15.99
Mr. Pen- Flexible Magnetic Tape, 1/2 Inch x 10 Feet, Magnetic Strip, Magnets with Adhesive Backing, Magnetic Strips with Adhesive Backing, Magnet Tape, Magnetic Tape Roll, Adhesive Magnetic Strips.
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$4.94
1
$4.94
Materials cost
$489.54
Vendor shipping charges
$20.99
Sales tax
$21.54
3rd party payment processing fee
$7.34
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$569.41
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$100.48
Total project goal
$669.89
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$669.89
1 Donor
-$669.89
Donations toward project cost
-$569.41
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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