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Ms. Munoz from Bakersfield, CA is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Colorful Creations: Supporting Fine Motor Skills in SDC

Help me give my students the opportunity to express themselves creatively and develop essential fine motor skills with accessible and engaging art supplies.

  • $449 goal

This project expired on October 6, 2025.

This project expired on October 6, 2025.

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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

Our classroom is a vibrant mix of kindergarten and first grade students with special needs, each with unique learning styles and challenges. This project aims to provide them with the tools they need to thrive, regardless of their individual abilities. By offering adaptive art supplies, we can break down barriers and unlock their creative potential in ways that traditional methods simply can't. Your support directly empowers these students to engage, explore, and express themselves with confidence.

These materials are more than just art supplies; they are instruments of empowerment.

Tempera paint sticks provide a mess-free and easily controllable medium for students who struggle with paintbrushes, allowing them to focus on their artistic vision rather than the frustration of handling traditional tools. Dot markers, with their various grip options, are specifically designed to develop fine motor skills and hand eye coordination, essential for writing and other crucial tasks. Each tool is thoughtfully chosen to bridge the gap between ability and opportunity.

Ultimately, your contribution is an investment in the future of these young learners. By providing them with these adapted art supplies, you are fostering their creativity, building their confidence, and equipping them with the skills they need to succeed. The impact extends far beyond the classroom, nurturing a lifelong love of learning and empowering them to overcome challenges with resilience and determination. Thank you for being a part of their journey!

Ms. Munoz Christa McAuliffe Elementary School Grades PreK-2

Equity Focus

This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Bakersfield, CA View local requests

More than three‑quarters 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

Never Before Funded 12 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Do-a-Dot Art Markers - Class Pack, Set of 72 • Blick Art Materials $194.42 1 $194.42
Kwik Stix Tempera Paint Sticks Classpack, Neon Color, Pack of 72 (TPG626) • Quill.com $84.05 1 $84.05
READY 2 LEARN Doodle Dabbers Dot Markers - Set of 6 Washable Colors - Non Toxic - Unique Toddler Grip - Markers for Kids • Amazon Business $12.91 3 $38.73

Materials cost

$317.20

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $29.02

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.76

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$380.98

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$67.23

Total project goal

$448.21

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