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Engage, Focus, Thrive: Sensory and Educational Tools for Success

Help me give my students books and sensory and educational tools to help them be successful in our Intervention classroom.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Wheaton's classroom raised $440

This project is fully funded

My Project

I absolutely adore my students for their unique personalities, creativity, and determination. Each child brings something special to our classroom, and it is my goal to create an environment where every student feels valued, heard, and empowered to learn at their own pace. They are curious, eager to explore, and full of potential. Each one of them has their own set of strengths, and my role is to help them develop those strengths to the fullest.

What makes my students particularly special is their diversity.

Many of them come from different backgrounds, with different learning styles and needs. Many of my students struggle with staying still for long periods of time or have difficulty managing stress, and these tools will help them regulate their energy and focus, allowing them to fully participate in class activities.

The goal of this project (books, sensory and learning manipulatives) is to create a classroom environment where sensory needs are not just recognized, but, actively supported. I aim to Increase Engagement, Encourage Hands-On Learning, and Create a More Inclusive Environment.

My students are special because they each bring their own story, perspective, and learning style to the classroom. Many come from backgrounds that require resilience, and their ability to persevere in the face of challenges is nothing short of inspiring. Despite the obstacles they may face, they show up every day with enthusiasm and a desire to grow.

What sets my students apart is their ability to shine when given the right tools and support. They are not defined by any challenges or defined by their creativity, curiosity, and potential. Thank you for considering supporting this project. With your help, my students will be able to access the sensory tools they need to succeed academically, socially, and emotionally. Your donation will make a world of difference in their educational journey.

Project tagged as

Cincinnati, OH
Grades PreK-2
Literacy
Students with Disabilities
Traditional School
Educational Kits & Games
Nearly all students from low‑income households

Ms. Wheaton South Avondale Elementary School Grades PreK-2

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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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

19 students impacted 4donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total

Bob Books Complete Sets Collection (12 Sets) - Set 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, Animal Stories, Rhyming Words, Alphabet, Sight Words Kindergarten, Sight Words First Grade, First Stories, Pre-Reading Skills • Amazon Business $143.96 1 $143.96

JE JOUE Montessori Letter Work Learning Materials Wooden Small moveable Alphabet Language Objects with Box (Red & Blue) • Amazon Business $33.95 2 $67.90

Lakeshore Letter Crayons Word Building Center - Phonics Games for Beginning Readers, Reading Manipulatives • Lakeshore Learning Materials $29.99 1 $29.99

Slowrising Stress Balls for Kids and Adults- 12 Pcs Sensory Balls Fidget Toys for Kids with Autism, Stretch Squishy Balls for Anxiety Relief, Fidget for Classroom Prize Box Toys for kKds • Amazon Business $20.84 1 $20.84

60 PCS Magnetic Building Tiles Kids Toys STEM Magnetic Blocks Sensory Toys Kids Games Magnet Building Toys for Boys and Girls Aged 3+, Kids Brain Development Preschool Kindergarten Toddler Toys • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99

Melissa & Doug 100 Piece Wood Blocks Set • Blick Art Materials $19.39 1 $19.39

Materials cost			$327.06
Vendor shipping charges			$11.45
Sales tax			$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee			$4.91
Fulfillment labor & materials			$30.00
Total project cost			$373.42
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			$65.90
Total project goal			$439.32
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal			$439.32
3 Donors			-$357.92
Donations toward project cost			-$356.42
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			-$1.50
match offer			-$20.00
Match offer toward project cost			-$17.00
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			-$3.00
Excluded support for DonorsChoose			-$61.40
Still needed View calculation Hide calculation			$0.00

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Engage, Focus, Thrive: Sensory and Educational Tools for Success

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Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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DonorsChoose is the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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