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Ms. Emily from Astoria, NY is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Empowering Extraordinary Learners: Enhancing Fine Motor Skills through Learning Resources

Help me give my students with Autism a learning cube, busy board, and other resources to build their fine motor skills!

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Emily's classroom raised $167

This project is fully funded

My Project

Learning resources are valuable tools that can greatly enhance the development of fine motor skills for my students. By providing a wide range of manipulatives, puzzles, and sensory materials, these resources offer engaging and interactive activities that specifically target the improvement of hand-eye coordination, dexterity, and precision. Through consistent practice and utilization of these resources, students can gradually strengthen their motor skills, leading to improved handwriting and overall fine motor abilities. The incorporation of learning resources into the classroom environment not only makes the learning process more enjoyable and accessible for students but also allows them to gain independence and build self-confidence as they conquer fine motor challenges.

The primary goal of this project is to provide my students with the necessary learning resources to support and enhance their fine motor skills.

By offering a diverse range of tools and activities, I aim to create a learning environment that caters to the unique needs of each student. These resources will empower my students to overcome their fine motor challenges and unlock their full potential. What makes my students truly special is their resilience and determination. Despite the challenges they face, they possess an incredible eagerness to learn and a strong will to succeed. By equipping them with the right learning resources, I can create a supportive classroom environment that recognizes and nurtures their individual strengths, fostering a sense of belonging and promoting their overall growth and success.

Ms. Emily PS255Q @ PS397 Grades 3-5

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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 three‑quarters 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

6 students impacted 5donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
BEST LEARNING Learning Cube - Educational Musical Activity Center Block Toy for Infants Babies Toddlers 6-12 Month and up - Ideal 1 Year Old Baby Toys Gift - First Boy or Girl Birthday Present • Amazon Business $25.89 1 $25.89
Montessori Toy for 1 2 3 4 Year Old Toddlers, Educational Busy Board with Life Skill, Alphabet, Number, Shape, Color, Animal, Gift for Boys Girls • Amazon Business $22.99 1 $22.99
Toddler Puzzles Montessori Toy Wooden Shape Sorting Puzzle Sensory Toy Toddler Activities Preschool Learning Educational Autistic Developmental Toy 1 2 3 Year Old 1-3 0-2 Dementia Games • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
Learning Resources Mini ABC Pops, 52 Pieces, Ages 3+, Alphabet Recognition, Fine Motor Skills Toys, Toddler Learning Toys, Montessori Toys for Kids • Amazon Business $12.69 1 $12.69
Learning Resources Finn the Fine Motor Fish - 12 Pieces, Ages 18+ months Fine Motor and Sensory Toy, Counting & Color Recognition Toys, Educational Toys for Toddlers, Toddler Montessori Toys • Amazon Business $11.79 1 $11.79
Learning Resources Spike The Fine Motor Hedgehog - Toddler Learning Toys, Fine Motor and Sensory Toys for Kids Ages 18+ Months, Montessori Toys • Amazon Business $10.99 1 $10.99
ZAMERR Baby Sensory Montessori Toys for 1 Year Old Boy,Toddler Toys Learning Educational Dinosaur Games,Fine Motor Skills Sorting Travel Toys, Birthday Gifts for 18 Months 2 3 One Year Old Boy Girl • Amazon Business $7.19 1 $7.19

Materials cost

$109.53

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.64

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$141.17

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$24.91

Total project goal

$166.08

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $166.08

2 Donors

-$83.03

Donations toward project cost

-$70.58

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$12.45

match offer

-$83.05

Match offer toward project cost

-$70.59

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$12.46

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 $0.00

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