As a new teacher, I have been working with decades old furniture and materials that are outdated. While I am grateful for what I do have, I know that my students deserve more. I hope to provide them with a much more engaging and comfortable learning environment.
Since I teach special education, my students widely range in age, abilities, and learning levels.
It is essential to have an environment that meets all their needs. The ball pit and sensory items are for my students with autism who do not currently have a sensory area. The cots are for my students who get very little sleep due to unstable home lives. I always let my students sleep at school, helping to create a safe environment for them to rest.
The room dividers serve many purposes. They are used to help students with ADHD block out and manage distractions. They can also be used to help adults safely de-escalate a student in distress, helping to calm any over-stimulation.
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
15 Inch Round Floor Cushions for Kids and Toddlers, Flexible Seating for Classroom Furniture 3.5 Inch Thick Floor Pillow for Home, Daycare, Preschool, Yoga and Meditation (Elegant,12 Pcs)
• Amazon Business
$72.99
1
$72.99
SENSORY4U Sensory Sack (Medium) Body Sock - Calming Therapy Blanket for Stress Relief, Anxiety, Autism, ADHD, ADD, Sensory Play for Kids - Green Fidget Body Pod Toy
• Amazon Business
$18.13
4
$72.52
Gift for Toddler Boys & Girls, Ball Pit, Play Tent and Tunnels for Kids, Best Birthday Gift for 3 4 5 Year Old Pop Up Baby Play Toy, Target Game w/ 4 Darts Indoor & Outdoor
• Amazon Business
$48.94
1
$48.94
Foam Sensory Paint - Set of 5
• Lakeshore Learning Materials
$29.99
1
$29.99
Wooden Shape Sorter Toy, Shape Stacking Toys for toddlers 1-3, Montessori Toys for 1 2 3 Year Old Kids and Toddlers, Wooden Shape Sorter Baby Toys, Sensory Toys for Toddlers 1-3 Wooden Stacking Blocks
• Amazon Business
$17.95
1
$17.95
Playz Soft Plastic Mini Ball Pit Balls 50 Count - w/ 8 Vibrant Colors - Crush Proof, No Sharp Edges, Non Toxic, Phthalate & BPA Free for Baby Toddler Ball Pit, Play Tents & Tunnels Indoor & Outdoor
• Amazon Business
$14.95
1
$14.95
Materials cost
$1,195.28
Vendor shipping charges
$48.40
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$17.93
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$1,291.61
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$227.93
Total project goal
$1,519.54
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$1,519.54
1 Donor
-$0.00
Donations toward project cost
-$0.00
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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