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Mrs. Berk from Romeoville, IL is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Empower Young Learners: Sensory and Fine Motor Tools for Success!

Help me give my students sensory and fine motor equipment to help provide them with the tools they need to develop crucial skills for both academic and personal growth.

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Berk's classroom raised $429

This project is fully funded

My Project

As an occupational therapist in an autism program, I have the privilege of working with incredible students who each have their own unique strengths and challenges. Many of the children I work with experience sensory processing difficulties and fine motor challenges that can make everyday activities feel overwhelming. These challenges can affect their ability to focus, engage with peers, and participate fully in classroom activities. That's where sensory and fine motor equipment comes in.

Through this project, I’m seeking to provide specialized tools that can help my students build essential skills in a way that is engaging and fun.

Sensory tools like fidget toys, weighted blankets, and calming visuals help students regulate their sensory input, allowing them to remain focused and calm in the classroom. Fine motor tools such as grip trainers, adaptive scissors, and writing aids support students in improving their hand-eye coordination, dexterity, and overall independence.

These tools will not only help with classroom tasks but will also equip my students with life skills that they can carry with them for years to come. Your generous donation will provide these students with the sensory and fine motor equipment they need to thrive in the classroom and beyond.

By contributing to this project, you're helping to create a learning environment where all students, regardless of their challenges, have the opportunity to succeed and grow. Together, we can make sure that each child has the support they need to feel confident, capable, and ready to take on the world!

Thank you for your kindness and generosity – you are truly making a difference!

Mrs. Berk Kenneth L Hermansen Elementary 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.

Romeoville, IL View local requests

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

50 students impacted 3donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Wiggle Feet Sensory Cushion for Autism and Sensory Support - A Fidget-Friendly Seating Solution • Lakeshore Learning Materials $29.99 4 $119.96
Learning Resources Candy Construction Building Set - 92 Pieces, Ages 4+,Toddler Learning Toys, Fine Motor Building Toy, Preschool Toys, STEM Toys • Amazon Business $36.09 1 $36.09
Lakeshore Tweezer Tongs Color Sorting Kit • Lakeshore Learning Materials $24.99 1 $24.99
15Inch Portable Sensory Bin Play Tray with Lid, Fill with Water, Sand, Beads and More. Works with Moon Sand, Kinetic Sand, Orbeez Water Beads and More. • Amazon Business $23.99 1 $23.99
Special Supplies Therapy Putty for Kids and Adults - Resistive Hand Exercise Stress Relief Therapy Putty Kit, Set of 6 Strengths, 3 Ounces of Each Putty • Amazon Business $20.89 1 $20.89
Jenaai 228 Pcs Sensory Bin Filler Fine Motor Skills Toys Counting Weight Sorting Toy Set with Acrylic Fall Leaves Pumpkin Tweezers Scissors Clips Cups and Storage Bag for Thanksgiving and Autumn Decor • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
Lenwen 128 Pcs Fine Motor Skills Toys Sensory Bin Filler Include 120 Pom Pom Balls 6 Sorting Containers 2 Tweezers, Sorting Toys Fine Motor Games Preschool Learning Activities Early Education Counting • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Play Putty Therapy Putty for Kids with Charms Rainbows and Unicorns Theraputty Medium Resistance, Fine Motor Skills and Hand Strength, Occupational Therapy Sensory Fidget Toy and Tool • Amazon Business $14.95 1 $14.95
INNER-ACTIVE Play Putty Therapy Putty for Kids with Charms Deep Blue Sea Theraputty Soft Resistance, Increase Fine Motor Skills and Finger Strength, Physical and Occupational Therapy Toy • Amazon Business $14.95 1 $14.95
INNER-ACTIVE Play Putty Therapy Putty for Kids with Charms in The Barn Theraputty Soft Resistance, Increase fine Motor Skills and Finger Strength, Occupational and Physical Therapist Recommended • Amazon Business $14.95 1 $14.95
Abilitations Transportation Putty Add-Ins, Set of 8, Blue • School Specialty $7.57 1 $7.57
Abilitations Sweet Treats Putty Add-Ins, Set of 10, Yellow • School Specialty $7.49 1 $7.49

Materials cost

$320.81

Vendor shipping charges

 $8.76

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.81

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$364.38

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$64.30

Total project goal

$428.68

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $428.68

2 Donors

-$142.89

Donations toward project cost

-$121.46

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$21.43

match offer

-$285.79

Match offer toward project cost

-$242.92

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$42.87

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