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Ms. Christine from Worcester, MA is requesting reading nooks, desks & storage through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Dig, Explore, and Learn: A Sand Table for Hands-On Fun!

Help me give my students a sand table to dig, explore, and learn!

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Christine's classroom raised $710

This project is fully funded

My Project

My preschoolers are curious, creative, and eager to explore the world around them. They love hands-on learning and thrive when given opportunities to engage in sensory play. Each child in my class brings a unique perspective, and their excitement for discovery makes every day in our classroom an adventure.

I am requesting a sand and water table to create an engaging, hands-on learning experience that will support my students' development in multiple ways.

Sensory play with sand helps children build fine motor skills, develop social skills through cooperative play, and explore early science and math concepts in a fun, meaningful way. A sand table will provide my students with opportunities to dig, pour, measure, and problem-solve, all while fostering creativity and collaboration. My goal is to create a learning environment where students can explore through play while developing essential skills for future learning. This sand table will encourage imaginative play, teamwork, and sensory exploration, all of which are crucial for early childhood development. It will also provide a calming and engaging space for students who need sensory input to help regulate emotions and focus on learning.

My students are special because they learn best through movement, exploration, and play. They come from diverse backgrounds, and I want to provide them with experiences that support their natural curiosity and creativity. A sand table will be a valuable addition to our classroom, giving them a tactile, interactive space to grow, learn, and develop important skills that will benefit them for years to come.

With your support, I can give my preschoolers the engaging, hands-on learning experiences they need to thrive. Thank you for considering our project!

Ms. Christine The Preschool at Worcester Technical High School Grades PreK-2

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

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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More than half 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

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Copernicus Bamboo Construction Bricks Table, 35 x 25 x 18-3/4 Inches • School Specialty $425.21 1 $425.21

Materials cost

$425.21

Vendor shipping charges

 $141.52

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.38

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$603.11

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$106.43

Total project goal

$709.54

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $709.54

4 Donors

-$709.54

Donations toward project cost

-$603.11

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$106.43

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 $0.00

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