Help me give my students a sensory-friendly environment and provide teachers with easy access to sensory tools that they can trial with their students!
The Communication and Social Skills Program at our school is designed to support the individual communication, social, sensory, academic and functional needs of our students, utilizing individual approaches to helping students reach their full potential.
“There needs to be a lot more emphasis on what a child can do, instead of what they cannot do.” -Dr. Temple Grandin
Our students are just like you and I, with the exception that they're still learning what works best for their minds and body. Many of them have difficulties processing the sensory input that is around them. Unlike adults, who have had years to realize what helps them focus (yoga, chewing gum, listening to music, dimming lights). Some students seek more input or avoid more input as they attempt to self-regulate (read: be calm and alert). The commotion of students in the hallway may be too loud or visually over-stimulating. The tapping of a student's pencil may be aggravating. They may appear disengaged or lethargic, but what they really need is to move, bounce, or listen to music to "wake up" their bodies.
My Project
The materials that are graciously donated through this project will be used across classrooms and be placed in a closet that teachers will have access to check out and trial items, as needed. Access to these materials will allow teachers to trial alternative sensory tools throughout the year to discover what works best with each individual student. The donations will help teachers and therapists provide a sensory friendly environment for students to learn their best in. The donations will also help provide teachers and therapists with access to trial sensory tools that may assist students in reaching and maintaining a calm and alert state to learn their best!
Sensory Hallway Decal Floor and Wall Pack- Get The Wiggles Out!
• Amazon Business
$159.99
1
$159.99
Baby Sleep Sound Machine with Night Light Projector, Portable Kids White Noise Machine with 15 Soothing Ocean Rain Nature Sounds Remote Control Bluetooth Timer, Nursery Sound Machine Noise Maker
• Amazon Business
$31.99
5
$159.95
Weighted Lap Blanket Pad for Kids by SENSORY4U – Panda Bear 4 lbs Weighted Blanket - Washable - Perfect for Sensory Disorders Such as Autism, ADHD, Anxiety, Stress and Poor Concentration
• Amazon Business
$41.95
3
$125.85
Educational Insights The Original Fluorescent Light Filters in Tranquil Blue 4-Pack, Reduce Glare & Flicker, Easy Setup for Office, Hospitals, Home & Classrooms
• Amazon Business
$20.82
6
$124.92
Little Chubby One Liquid Fusion Activity Sensory Tiles - Liquid Floor Tile - Pack of 9-12x12 Inch Anti Slip Multicolored Motion Floor Tile Bright Liquid Colors
• Amazon Business
$99.99
1
$99.99
Warm Pals Microwavable Lavender Scented Plush Toy Stuffed Animal - Sammy The Snake
• Amazon Business
$22.95
3
$68.85
Sensory Goods Small Weighted Lap Pad - 3lb - 12" x 16" (Red)
• Amazon Business
$25.99
2
$51.98
YUKIDS Fluorescent Light Covers - Calming Cloud Set of 8 - for Classroom, Office, Hospital and Home - Light Diffuser to Protect Against Blue Light and Glare, Sensory Lighting for Classroom…
• Amazon Business
$49.99
1
$49.99
Abilitations Teacher's Pet Weighted Lap Dog, Dot, 3-1/2 Pounds - 1267921
• Amazon Business
$32.99
1
$32.99
Fidget Chair Bands for Kids (12-Pack) - Flexible Seating Classroom Furniture for Kids with Fidgety Feet - Kick Bands Rubber Band for Chairs - Students ADHD Sensory Kickbands
• Amazon Business
$31.99
1
$31.99
Sensory Jungle Weighted Lap Blanket: 3 Pound Weighted Lap Pad for Kids - Small Childrens Weight Blanket for Lap with Soft Minky Fabric (Blue)
• Amazon Business
$30.00
1
$30.00
Mpow 035 Noise Reduction Safety Ear Muffs, Shooters Hearing Protection Ear Muffs, Adjustable Shooting Ear Muffs, NRR 28dB Ear Defenders for Shooting Hunting Season, with a Carrying Bag- Black
• Amazon Business
$12.99
2
$25.98
LinkDm 12 Pack Small Digital Kitchen Timer Magnetic Back and ON/Off Switch,Minute Second Count Up Countdown（White,Blue,Orange）
• Amazon Business
$21.99
1
$21.99
Baumgartens 00071 Twist and Write Pencil, Assorted Color - 3 Packs of 4
• Amazon Business
$21.38
1
$21.38
Yeetec 24 Pack 24 Links Wacky Tracks Snap and Click Fidget Toys, Finger Sensory Toys, Snake Puzzles for Stress Relief, Party Bag Fillers, Party Favours, Random Color
• Amazon Business
$17.99
1
$17.99
YoYa Toys Beadeez Squishy Stress Balls with DNA Spiky Textures (3-Pack) Colorful Sensory Toy and Stress Relief for Kids, Adults - Squeezy Water Beads - Promote Calm Focus for ADHD, Autism
• Amazon Business
$15.99
1
$15.99
YoYa Toys Liquimo - Liquid Motion Bubbler for Kids and Adults - 3-Pack - Hourglass Liquid Bubbler/Timer for Sensory Play, Fidget Toy and Stress Management - Cool Desk Décor
• Amazon Business
$15.99
1
$15.99
YoYa Toys Liquimo - Liquid Motion Bubbler for Kids and Adults - 3-Pack - Hourglass Liquid Bubbler/Timer for Sensory Play, Fidget Toy and Stress Management - Cool Desk Décor
• Amazon Business
$15.99
1
$15.99
YoYa Toys Pull, Stretch and Squeeze Stress Balls 3 Pack - Elastic Construction Sensory Balls - Ideal for Stress and Anxiety Relief, Special Needs, Autism, Disorders and More
• Amazon Business
$15.99
1
$15.99
28 Pack Sensory Toys Set, Relieves Stress and Anxiety Fidget Toy for Children Adults, Special Toys Assortment for Birthday Party Favors, Classroom Rewards Prizes, Carnival, Piñata Goodie Bag Fillers
• Amazon Business
$15.91
1
$15.91
Mpow 035 Noise Reduction Safety Ear Muffs, Shooters Hearing Protection Ear Muffs, Adjustable Shooting Ear Muffs, NRR 28dB Ear Defenders for Shooting Hunting Season, with a Carrying Bag- Black
• Amazon Business
$13.99
1
$13.99
QINGQIU 12 Pack Pop Tubes Fidget Pipe Toys Sensory Learning Toys for Toddlers Kids Boys Girls Christmas Stocking Stuffers Party Favors ADHD Adults Reduce Anxiety Stress Relief
• Amazon Business
$13.99
1
$13.99
Stress Balls for Kids and Adults - Bulk Pack of 24 2" Stress Smile Squeeze Balls - Neon Yellow Funny Face Stress Balls
• Amazon Business
$13.97
1
$13.97
12 Pack Stretchy String Fidgets Sensory Toys Build Resistance Squeeze Strengthen Arms, Monkey Noodle Stress Reliever Toy for Kids with ADD, ADHD or Autism, and Adults to Increase Focus Patience
• Amazon Business
$12.99
1
$12.99
Kicko Bendable Toys - 12 Pack, 4 Inch Assorted Zoo Animals - for Stress Relief, Themed Parties, School Prizes, Birthday Gifts, Party Favors and Supplies
• Amazon Business
$11.99
1
$11.99
Monkey Fidgetz Mesh-and-Marble Fidget Toy - 8-Pack - Stress/Anxiety Relief for Adults and Kids - Great Mesh and Marble Toys for Sensory Need - BPA-Free - by Impresa
• Amazon Business
$9.89
1
$9.89
Stylo Pencil Grips for Kids Handwriting Pack of 6 - Homeschooling and Training Supplies - Writing Aid for Preschool Kids
• Amazon Business
$5.96
1
$5.96
Pencil Grips, Wiisdatek Ergonomic Training Children Pencil Holder Pen Writing Aid Grip Posture Correction Tool for Kids Children Toddlers Adults for Lefties or Righties (8PCS)
• Amazon Business
$4.97
1
$4.97
Materials cost
$1,191.46
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$17.87
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$1,239.33
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$218.71
Total project goal
$1,458.04
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$1,458.04
19 Donors
-$1,007.74
Donations toward project cost
-$886.58
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$121.16
match offer
-$415.00
Match offer toward project cost
-$352.75
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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