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Mrs. Dailey from S. Charleston, WV is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Fidgets and Learning

Help me give my students the ability to focus on their academics during class.

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Dailey's classroom raised $369

This project is fully funded

My Project

First grade students are often full of energy, full of questions, and eager to explore the world around them. As they engage in the classroom environment, they must learn to manage various stimuli that can arise, such as interruptions, interactions with classmates, and the challenge of maintaining their attention over extended periods.

One effective strategy to support my students in this journey is to provide them with fidget options.

Fidget tools can play a significant role in enhancing their learning experience. These tools can help improve focus, regulate emotions, and minimize distractions in a busy classroom setting. For students who experience anxiety or stress, or for those diagnosed with attention deficits, fidgeting can serve as a helpful coping mechanism.

In first grade, students are not only acquiring academic knowledge but are also developing critical skills to navigate external factors that can impact their learning. These factors may include stress, anxiety, neglect, insufficiently met basic needs, and difficulties in concentration. By incorporating fidget tools into their daily routine, we can create a more supportive and conducive learning environment that addresses both their educational and emotional needs.

Ultimately, fostering an understanding of how to handle these external pressures is just as crucial as the academic content they are learning. Providing resources that support their emotional well-being will empower first graders to thrive both in school and beyond.

Mrs. Dailey Weberwood Elementary School Grades PreK-2

Equity Focus

This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

S. Charleston, WV View local requests

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

HBCU Alum 24 students impacted 6donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Smencils - Patented Gourmet Scented Graphite HB #2 Pencils Made from Recycled Newspapers, 10 Count, Gifts for Kids, School Supplies • Amazon Business $15.99 4 $63.96
ArtCreativity Mini Bendable Dog, Set of 48 Flexible Figures in Assorted Colors, Easter Basket Stuffers, Birthday Party Favors for Boys & Girls, Easter Basket Essentials, Goody Bag Fillers for Kids • Amazon Business $24.47 1 $24.47
Fidget Toys Sensory Rings for Kids: 12 Pack Finger Rings - Texture Stress Toys for Kids Autism Calming - Fun Fidgets for Student Classroom Prize Stocking Stuffers • Amazon Business $11.39 2 $22.78
10Pcs Mini Animals Figures Set, 3D Printed Small Animal Flexible Fidget Toy, 3D Printed Cute Animal Home, Office, Executive Desk for Christmas Decoration, Tiny Animals Figurines Exquisite Cute Pet • Amazon Business $10.99 2 $21.98
16pcs Mini Dragon Eggs 3D Printed Animals Mini Easter Basket Stuffers Prefilled Easter Eggs 3D Printed Animals Set Easter Basket Essentials Tiny Animals Figurines Set • Amazon Business $20.99 1 $20.99
Mini Animal Mystery Pack | 3D Printed Articulating Figurines (10 Pieces) • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
YonaaClin 25pcs Mini Animal Farm Set,3D Printed Animals and Flexible Joints Fidget Toy, Fit Mini Toy Desktop Decoration, Also Suit Animal Figurines for Littlest Pet Shop Toys(25PC) • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99
24 Pack Slow Rising Stress Cube , Dough Stress Balls Soft Fidget Squishy Toys for Anxiety Relief, Pull Stretch Classroom Prize Party Favors Toys for Kids • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99
18PCS Sensory Worry Stones, Sensory Texture Stone Fidgets for Classroom, Fidget Toys Adults Anxiety Relief Items Sensory Stones for Kids with Autism, Valentine Classroom Students Gift for Adults • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
Gencokok 20PCS Mini Animals Set, 3D Printed Little Animals Articulated Flexible Fidget Toy, Mini Animal Figurines Toy, 3D Printed Cute Animal Toys Home, Office, Executive Desk for Christmas Decoration • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
21 Pcs Mini 3D Printed Animal Set,Articulated Flexible Cute Animal Toys for Christmas,New Year,Birthday Gifts and Office Desktop Decoration • Amazon Business $13.29 1 $13.29
Holydeck 24 PCS Prefilled Easter Eggs with 3D Print Mini Animal Toys Easter Egg Fillers for Kids Boys Girls Easter Basket Stuffers Party Favors Easter Egg Hunt • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
18 Pcs Cute Mini 3D Printed Animal Set, Articulated Flexible Small Animal Toys for Christmas, New Year, Birthday Gifts and Interior Decorations • Amazon Business $9.49 1 $9.49

Materials cost

$278.90

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.18

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$313.08

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$55.25

Total project goal

$368.33

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$368.33

4 Donors

-$308.33

Donations toward project cost

-$262.08

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$46.25

match offer

-$60.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$51.00

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$9.00

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$0.00

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