In my speech therapy sessions, some of the most meaningful progress happens when students are actively engaged—and there’s nothing more exciting (and motivating) than making food together! Cooking offers rich opportunities to support expressive and receptive language, following directions, sequencing, requesting, turn-taking, and more.
To make these lessons successful and accessible for all students, especially those with communication delays or who use AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication), I need materials such as basic cooking tools, kid-friendly ingredients, and visual schedules.
These tools will help break down each step of the process into manageable, visual parts so that every student can participate confidently and meaningfully.
With your support, I can create hands-on cooking experiences that are fun, functional, and language-rich—helping my students grow their independence, vocabulary, and confidence with every recipe we make. Thank you for believing in the power of communication and connection through food!
Nearly all students from low‑income households
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Baking Sheets Set of 5, Bastwe Stainless Steel Baking Pan Tray Cookie Sheet, Size 10 x 8 x 1 inch, Non Toxic & Healthy, Rust Free & Easy Clean
• Amazon Business
$26.99
1
$26.99
SATINIOR 12 Pcs Kids Apron for 2-13 Age Adjustable Children Chef Art Smock with Pocket for Girl Boy Activity(Multi-Color,L for 7-13 Age)
• Amazon Business
$23.98
1
$23.98
SATINIOR 12 Pcs Kids Apron for 2-13 Age Adjustable Children Chef Art Smock with Pocket for Girl Boy Activity(Multi-Color,M for 2-6 Age)
• Amazon Business
$23.98
1
$23.98
[400 Count] Clear Plastic Forks and Spoons Set Bulk - Heavy Duty Disposable Spoons and Forks Silverware, Plastic Utensils Cutlery Set for Party
• Amazon Business
$21.99
1
$21.99
Alitade 12PCS Kitchen Utensil Set Silicone Cooking Utensils Kit Spatula Heat Resistant Wooden Spoons Gadgets Tool for Non-Stick Cookware
• Amazon Business
$21.55
1
$21.55
Visual Timer for Kids, 99 Minute Digital Cute Kids Visual Timer Classroom Timer for Homeschool Supplies Study Teaching Time Management Tool Countdown Timer
• Amazon Business
$15.99
1
$15.99
Mixing Bowl 11 5/8 in Dia 8 qt Cap.
• Grainger
$15.07
1
$15.07
Amazon Basics Everyday Paper Plates, 8.62 Inch, Disposable, 200 Count
• Amazon Business
$11.12
1
$11.12
hand2mind Rainbow Fraction Measuring Cups, Fraction Manipulatives, Kids Measuring Cups, Baking Supplies For Kids, Visual Measuring Cups, Unit Fraction, For Kids Kitchen, Montessori Kitchen (Set of 4)
• Amazon Business
$10.99
1
$10.99
Yeeammk Montessori Toddler Knife Set-3PCS Kids Safe Knives for Real Cooking Kids Cooking Sets Real Cooking Kitchen Tools Toddler Friendly Knives
• Amazon Business
$7.99
1
$7.99
Mixing Bowl 8 5/8 in Dia 3 qt Cap.
• Grainger
$7.28
1
$7.28
Dawn Ultra EZ-Squeeze Dish Soap, Original Scent, 22 oz. (00208)
• Quill.com
$5.93
1
$5.93
Scotch-Brite Odor Resist Non-Scratch Scrub Sponge, Dishwasher-Safe Kitchen Sponges that Resist Bacterial Odors, Multipurpose Dish Sponge for Gentle Cleaning, 6 Dish Sponges
• Amazon Business
$5.59
1
$5.59
Materials cost
$198.45
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$13.99
3rd party payment processing fee
$2.98
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$245.42
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$43.31
Total project goal
$288.73
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$288.73
2 Donors
-$288.73
Donations toward project cost
-$245.42
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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