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Mr. Mettille from Crystal Lake, IL is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Creative Play and Sensory Tools for My Inclusive Art Room

Help me give my students engaging art-based manipulatives, sensory toys, and educational games that support their unique learning needs and creativity.

  • $365 goal

This project expired on October 26, 2025.

This project expired on October 26, 2025.

My Project

As an elementary art teacher working with students who have special needs, I see firsthand how important hands-on, multisensory tools are in helping every child feel successful, inspired, and included in the art room. Many of my students thrive when given the opportunity to explore through touch, movement, and play.

These materials—such as fidget-friendly tools, building sets, textured manipulatives, and interactive games—will help my students regulate their emotions, focus during art-making, and express themselves more fully.

They’ll be able to experiment with shape, color, and design in ways that feel accessible and meaningful.

Mr. Mettille Glacier Ridge Elementary School Grades 3-5 Crystal Lake, IL View local requests Never Before Funded 360 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
30 Pack Mini Magnetic Drawing Board for Kid(6 Colors), Keychain Clip Doodle sketch Writing Pad, Toy Bulk for Toddler Rainbow Birthday Party Favor Classroom Supplies Treasure Box Prize Goody Bag Filler • Amazon Business $39.98 1 $39.98
Bounty Select-A-Size Double Roll Paper Towels, 2-ply, 82 Sheets/Roll, 12 Rolls/Pack (66541/06130) • Quill.com $31.49 1 $31.49
Sculpey III Polymer Modeling Compound, Sampler Pack, Assorted Colors, Set of 30 • School Specialty $29.99 1 $29.99
Crayola Llc - 2lb Resealable Bucket Model Magic Modeling Compound • Teachers' School Supply $29.51 1 $29.51
Hasbro Play-Doh Super Color Set - 20 Pack Modeling Compound, Assorted Colors, 3 oz. Cans of Modeling Dough, Sensory Play Dough, Kids Arts & Crafts, Classroom Art Supplies • Kaplan Early Learning Company $28.76 1 $28.76
Crayola Dough - Silly Scents | 60x1oz Scented Play Dough Party Pack | 60 Modeling Compound Tubs | 6 Colors & Scents | Christmas Party Favors for Kids | Christmas Stocking Stuffers | Classroom Gifts • Amazon Business $27.99 1 $27.99
EXPO Chisel Tip Dry Erase Markers, Low-Odor Assorted Colors, Pack of 36 - Ideal for Classrooms, Offices, and Homes • Amazon Business $21.31 1 $21.31
LEGO Classic Medium Creative Brick Box 10696 Building Toy Set - Featuring Storage, Includes Train, Car, and a Tiger Figure, and Playset for Kids, Boys, and Girls Ages 4-99 • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
Staples 110 lb. Cardstock Paper 8.5 x 11 White 250 Sheets/Ream (49701) • Staples $15.74 1 $15.74
Astrobrights Colored Paper 24 lbs. 8.5 x 11 Radiant Assortment 300 Sheets/Ream (91642) • Staples $13.94 1 $13.94
48 Pack Whiteboard Eraser for Kids and Adults, Washable and Reusable Magnetic Whiteboard Eraser for Cleaning Dry Erase Markers on Magnetic Soft Whiteboard, Glass Whiteboard and Dry Erase Board • Amazon Business $12.98 1 $12.98

Materials cost

$269.68

Vendor shipping charges

$6.25

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.05

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$309.98

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$54.70

Total project goal

$364.68

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