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Ms. Forbes from Wilmington, NC is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Empowering Play: Autism-Inclusive Social Development Toys

Help me give my students the tools they need to develop social and play skills including water toys, board games, and play doh.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Forbes's classroom raised $391

This project is fully funded

My Project

My class is home to a group of remarkable students, each facing the extraordinary challenge of autism and significant delays in social communication skills. While their neurodiversity sets them apart, it is their strength, resilience, and determination that truly define them.

Navigating the complex world of social interaction can be a daunting journey for these middle schoolers, yet their daily efforts to communicate, connect, and learn are a testament to their unwavering spirit.

Board games, play-doh, and water play activities serve as invaluable tools for improving social and communication skills among students with autism. These activities offer structured yet enjoyable settings that encourage interaction and engagement. Board games, for instance, provide opportunities for turn-taking, rule-following, and strategic thinking, fostering social reciprocity and communication as players discuss tactics, share their thoughts, and celebrate victories. Play-doh and water play, on the other hand, stimulate sensory exploration, encouraging students to express themselves through touch and creativity. These tactile experiences can be especially therapeutic for individuals with autism, enabling them to communicate and connect with their peers by co-creating imaginative worlds and sharing their ideas. Overall, these activities not only enhance fine motor skills but also create a comfortable, low-pressure environment where students with autism can practice and refine their social and communication abilities, paving the way for more meaningful interactions in their daily lives.

Ms. Forbes Emma B Trask Middle School Grades 6-8

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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

15 students impacted 2donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Franklin Sports Kids Mini Soccer Goal Set - Backyard/Indoor Mini Net and Ball with Pump - 22" x 17" Goal Size, White/Black • Amazon Business $34.99 1 $34.99
Mindware Qwirkle Board Game Grades Kindergarten - 6 (MWA32016W) • Staples $24.49 1 $24.49
Sassy Whirling Wheel Waterfall & Rain Barrel Connecting Tubes - 9Piece Set - Ages 6+ Months • Amazon Business $24.49 1 $24.49
Guibola Suction Bath Toys -18 PCS Big Bath Toys for Kids Ages 3-8, Suction Cup Toys Bathtub Toys Suction Toys Stress Release Toys Travel Toys Sensory Toys Suitable for Autism/ADD/ADHD • Amazon Business $23.99 1 $23.99
Hasbro Gaming Guess Who? Original Guessing Game For Kids Ages 6 & Up for 2 Players • Amazon Business $22.00 1 $22.00
Hasbro Gaming Perfection Game for Kids Ages 5 and Up, Pop Up Game, Customize The Tray for Over 250 Combinations, Kids Games, Games for 1+ Players • Amazon Business $21.92 1 $21.92
Play-Doh Modeling Compound 36 Pack Case of Colors, Perfect for Halloween Treat Bags, Party Favors, Non-Toxic, Assorted Colors, 3 Oz Cans (Amazon Exclusive) • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Amazon Basics Clear Thermal Laminating Plastic Paper Laminator Sheets - 9 x 11.5-Inch, 200-Pack, 3mil • Amazon Business $19.67 1 $19.67
Vileafy 30 Mini Pull Back Race Cars Party Favors for Kids 4-8 Years Old, Bulk Small Car Toys for Classroom Treasure Box, Kids Prizes, and Pinata Fillers • Amazon Business $16.98 1 $16.98
Play-Doh Kitchen Creations Ice Cream Party Play Food Set with 6 Play-Doh Colors, 2-Ounce Cans (Amazon Exclusive) • Amazon Business $16.32 1 $16.32
Sassy Rain Shower Bath Ball STEM Bath Toy, 6+ Months • Amazon Business $12.67 1 $12.67
Family Classics Chess by Pressman - with Folding Board and Full Size Chess Pieces • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
Nuby Wacky Waterworks Pipes Bath Toy with Interactive Features for Cognitive Development • Amazon Business $9.97 1 $9.97
Play-Doh Kitchen Creations Pizza Oven Playset, Play Food Toy for Kids 3 Years and Up, 6 Cans of Modeling Compound, 8 Accessories, Non-Toxic • Amazon Business $8.59 1 $8.59
Pressman Checkers -- Classic Game With Folding Board and Interlocking Checkers, 2 Players • Amazon Business $8.02 1 $8.02

Materials cost

$276.08

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $21.53

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.14

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$331.75

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$58.54

Total project goal

$390.29

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $390.29

2 Donors

-$390.29

Donations toward project cost

-$331.75

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$58.54

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