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Ms. Norita from Richmond CA is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Engineers and Architects Build Sandcastle Too

Help me give my students " a sensory stimulation sandbox for our Transitional Kindergarten, through First Grade . Prioritizing tactile experiences over technology to foster holistic development in young learners."

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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

I am deeply invested in this project because I recognize the critical importance of early childhood development. As a firm believer in the power of hands-on learning, I am committed to providing young children with opportunities to engage their senses and explore the world around them.

This sensory stimulation sandbox will serve as a catalyst for creativity, curiosity, and growth, offering children a safe and enriching environment to play, discover, and learn.

By prioritizing tactile experiences over technology, we can help children develop crucial skills such as problem-solving, communication, and emotional regulation. As well as fostering architectural and engineering skills.

Moreover, by fostering a connection with nature and promoting physical activity, the sandbox will contribute to the overall health and well-being of our students.

I am dedicated to ensuring that every child has access to quality early childhood education that nurtures their holistic development, and I firmly believe that this project aligns with that vision.

Ms. Norita
Never Before Funded Grades PreK-2

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Badger Basket Covered Convertible Cedar Sandbox with Canopy and Bench Seats • Amazon Business $147.99 2 $295.98
Classic Sand and Play Blue Colored Play Sand, 20 lb. Bag, Natural and Non-Toxic, Fun Wet and Dry Indoor and Outdoor, Sandbox, Therapy, and Table Use, Building, Stimulate Sensory Needs • Amazon Business $59.99 4 $239.96
IROO Balancing Stilts for Kids, 4 Pairs Plastic Walking Stilts Children Monster Feet Toys with Adjustable Rope Gifts for Balance and Coordination,Strength, Active Play(8 Stilts Total) • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99

Materials cost

$560.93

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $51.33

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.41

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$650.67

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$114.82

Total project goal

$765.49

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

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