Building Literacy through Sensory Play in our Young Readers
Help me give my students the language development they need that is crucial for literacy development.
$1,324 goal
This project expired on July 13, 2025.
This project expired on July 13, 2025.
Celebrating 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
As a Language coach, I support Emergent Bilingual students in the K-2 classrooms. Fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination support language development through sensory play and are crucial for literacy development. Outdoor sand tables are valuable for learning because they encourage open-ended play, which promotes exploration, experimentation, and problem-solving. They support physical, social, and cognitive development by helping children learn concepts like measurement, volume, and fractions in a fun, hands-on way.
The Goals for this project are to offer opportunities for both language development and scientific discovery, like exploring how sand and water interact, and allow for sensory experiences that engage children's senses and understanding of different textures.
It is an inclusive activity, enjoyed by children of all abilities, which fosters social interaction and a sense of belonging.
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
30 students impacted
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