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Mrs. Brown from Phoenix, AZ is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Engaging Therapy Through Play: Toys That Teach

Help me give my students engaging and effective therapy toys that reach and teach.

  • $555 goal

This project expired on August 28, 2025.

This project expired on August 28, 2025.

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This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.

My Project

Help us bring joy, growth, and meaningful progress to children receiving speech and occupational therapy! We're seeking support to fund a collection of engaging, therapeutic toys that will make learning feel like play. These carefully selected tools—from sensory bins and fine motor games to cause-and-effect toys and interactive language builders—are essential in making therapy sessions both effective and enjoyable.

For many children, especially those with learning, physical and communication challenges, traditional therapy can feel like hard work.

But when learning is embedded in fun, hands-on play, it becomes motivating and meaningful. These toys will help us target important skills such as language development, articulation, attention, motor coordination, and social interaction—all while keeping kids smiling and engaged.

Your donation directly supports children’s ability to communicate, connect, and thrive. With your help, we can make every therapy session a chance to laugh, grow, and succeed!

Mrs. Brown Cartwright School 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.

Phoenix, AZ View local requests

More than half 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

40 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Magnetic Tiles Kids Toys STEM Magnet Toys for Toddler Magnetic Blocks Building Toys Preschool Learning Sensory Montessori Toys for 3+ Year Old Boys and Girls, Safe Creativity Toddler Kids Toys 40PCS • Amazon Business $24.99 3 $74.97
Learning Resources STEM Explorers -Ages 5+, Magnet Movers, Critical Thinking Skills, STEM Certified Toys, Magnets Kids,Magnet Set,Back to School Supplies,39 Pieces • Amazon Business $15.99 3 $47.97
Huaker 88 Piece Magnetic Balls and Rods Set,Magnetic Building Toys Colorful DIY STEM Building Blocks Sticks for Ages 3+ Year Old Children Boy Girl Educational Construction Toy • Amazon Business $23.19 2 $46.38
aboxoo Metal Kids Bookshelf Black Toy Chests & Organizers Large Freestanding for Children Toy Chests & OrganizersRoom 25 in Toy Organizer Large Stable Bookcase Bookstore Library Bed Living Room • Amazon Business $44.99 1 $44.99
Juoe 5Pcs Stepping Stones for Kids,Non-Slip Plastic Toddler Balance River Stones for Promoting Children's Coordination Skills Obstacle Courses Sensory Toys for Toddlers Indoor or Outdoor Play • Amazon Business $34.59 1 $34.59
Joyn Toys Snap Together - 360 Pieces • Kaplan Early Learning Company $34.16 1 $34.16
Plan Toys Meadow Ring Toss Game • Kaplan Early Learning Company $31.46 1 $31.46
ZOOFOX 6 Pack Plastic Storage Bins with Lids, 6 Quart Stackable Clear Storage Containers, Latching Box for Organizing Snacks, Crafts, Toys, Tools (Blue handle) • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
Tsomtto Counting Dinosaurs Bear Toy for Kid Occupational Therapy Tool Preschool Learning Math Manipulative Counter Color Sorting Matching Game Tweezers Fine Motor Toddler Boy Girl 3 4 5 • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
5 Pcs Marble Maze Mat Sensory Fidget Stress Relief Toys,Sensory Mat Anxiety Calming Toys,Tactile Sensory Toys for Kids Adults Teens Autism with Special Needs School Classroom Home Supplies,2 Sizes • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
SPARK & WOW Calm Down Threading Boards - Set of 2 - Sensory Board for Calming Corner - Social Emotional Learning Activities - Occupational Therapy Toys • Amazon Business $15.92 1 $15.92
Pressman Toys - Bean Bag Toss • Teachers' School Supply $13.99 1 $13.99

Materials cost

$404.40

Vendor shipping charges

 $1.54

Sales tax

 $28.91

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.07

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$470.92

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$83.10

Total project goal

$554.02

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