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Mrs. Patten from Natchez, MS is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Calm and Ready to Learn

Help me give my students sensory toys to help maintain a calm and relaxed environment that is conducive to educational advancements.

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Mrs. Patten McLaurin Elementary School
Natchez, MS Grades 3-5

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Sensory toys are helpful to children to help them regulate their emotions and focus on their learning. They have been found to be essential in managing classroom dynamics, thereby improving academic success. According to research, educational sensory toys stimulate the brain by encouraging children to explore through active engagement. When children feel a squishy texture, hear a rattling sound, or see a flashing light in response to an action, neural pathways in the brain are activated and strengthened. These multisensory experiences improve synaptic connections, enhancing the brain’s ability to retain new information. The benefits of educational sensory toys are especially evident in environments where children are developing language, coordination, and emotional responses.

Help me provide students with a variety of sensory toys to help them remain calm and focused in the classroom so that they can be successful.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Nearly all students from low‑income households

HBCU Alum 45 students impacted
Mrs. Patten McLaurin Elementary School Grades 3-5

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Natchez, MS View local requests

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

HBCU Alum 45 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Post-it Super Sticky Easel Pad 25 in x 30 in White 30 Sheets/Pad 2 Pad/Pack Large Premium Self Stick Flip Chart Paper Sticking Power (559) • Amazon Business $30.48 4 $121.92
76 Pack Sensory Fidget Toys Set, Stress Relief and Anti-Anxiety Bundle Sensory Toys for Kids Adults, Cool Fidget Packs with Mochi Squishy, Magic Rainbow Ball, Motion Timer, Flippy Chain,Stress Ball... • Amazon Business $23.99 1 $23.99
Random 12 Pcs Fidget Toys,Push Pop Fidget Sensory Toys Set,Stress Relief Gifts for Kids & Adults,Pop Bulk & Party Favors Toddler Toys for Easter Gifts,Party Supplies,Classroom Prizes • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99
Neliblu Wacky Tracks 6 Pack Sensory Fidget Toys Snap and Click Fidget Cube Puzzles Bulk - ADHD, Autism, Stress Relief Therapy - Fidget Toys for Sensory Kids, Keeps Fingers Busy and Minds Focused • Amazon Business $7.91 1 $7.91

Materials cost

$172.81

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 FREE

Sales tax

 $12.10

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.59

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$217.50

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$38.38

Total project goal

$255.88

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Total project goal

 $255.88

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 $255.88

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