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Ms. Mackessy from Reno, NV is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Ms. Mackessy's classroom raised $682

Fine Motor for Handwriting Success!

Help me give my students materials and activities to help develop their fine motor skills.

This project is fully funded

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Ms. Mackessy High Desert Montessori School
Reno, NV Grades PreK-2

My Project

Pencil grips, fine motor games and activities are so important to help kids develop good pencil grips in a fun and interactive way.

As an occupational therapist, I serve almost 40 students across 6 different schools.

Many times, I am buying materials with my own money so I can use it across all my campuses/students.

These materials will help provide pencil grips (which are commonly lost and constantly need to be re-given!) and other activities/materials to help children develop their fine motor skills. These new materials will help me keep activities engaging and fun!

Equity Focus

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

More than half of students from low‑income households

35 students impacted 1 donor
Ms. Mackessy High Desert Montessori 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.

Reno, NV 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

35 students impacted 1donor

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
G2 16 Inch Kids Snowshoes, Snow Baskets, Storage Bag, Fast Ratchet Binding Design, for Child Youth Boys and Girls, Blue&Orange Avaliable • Amazon Business $58.99 1 $58.99
The Pencil Grip Crossover Grip - Pack of 12 • Nasco $19.46 2 $38.92
hand2mind Red Heavy-Duty Indoor Scooter Board with Handles, Floor Scooter, Sit Down Scooter, Gym Activities for Kids, Indoor Recess Games, Sport Scooters, Physical Education Equipment, Gross Motor Toy • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
Educational Insights Jungle Rescue Fine Motor Game (3086) • Staples $26.69 1 $26.69
Test Tube Adventures Lab-in-a-Bag STEM Kits • Teachers' School Supply $24.99 1 $24.99
Neon Ergonomic Writing Aid Pencil Grips - 12pk • Teachers' School Supply $24.48 1 $24.48
Python Red Racquetballs (Value Pack - 12 Ball Jug/Lightning Fast!) • Amazon Business $22.99 1 $22.99
Baumgartens Twist'n Write Pencil, Assorted Color, Pack of 4 (Pack of 3) • Amazon Business $21.75 1 $21.75
The Pencil Grip Inc Five Finger Pencil Grips, Assorted Colors, Pack of 6 - Comfortable • School Specialty $20.17 1 $20.17
Hasbro HSBF7697 Perfection Refresh Playing Game • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Kinetic Sand, Castle Containers 10-Color Pack of Play Sand for Party Favors, Goodie Bags, Holiday Gifts & Stocking Stuffers for Kids • Amazon Business $19.77 1 $19.77
hand2mind Grab That Monster Fine Motor Activity Set, Assorted Colors (95383) • Quill.com $19.61 1 $19.61
The Pencil Grip The Medium Writing Claw Pencil Grips, Assorted, 12/Pack (TPG21212) • Quill.com $17.99 1 $17.99
Magicorange Tennis Balls, 12 Pack Advanced Training Tennis Balls Practice Balls, Come with Mesh Bag for Easy Transport, Good for Beginner Training Ball (Multicolor) • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
INNER-ACTIVE Play Putty Therapy Putty for Kids with Charms Deep Blue Sea Theraputty Medium Resistance, Increase Fine Motor Skills and Finger Strength, Physical and Occupational Therapy Toy • Amazon Business $15.95 1 $15.95
Play Putty Therapy Putty for Kids with Charms Rainbows and Unicorns Theraputty Medium Resistance, Fine Motor Skills and Hand Strength, Occupational Therapy Sensory Fidget Toy and Tool • Amazon Business $15.95 1 $15.95
Handwriting Brain-Body DisConnect: Adaptive teaching techniques to unlock a child’s dysgraphia for the classroom and at home • Amazon Business $13.90 1 $13.90
Special Supplies Egg Pen-Pencil Grips for Kids and Adults Colorful, Cushioned Holders for Handwriting, Drawing, Coloring - Ergonomic Right or Left-Handed Use - Reusable (12-Pack) • Amazon Business $11.33 1 $11.33
Fine Motor Tweezer Tongs - Set of 4 • Lakeshore Learning Materials $9.99 1 $9.99
Learning Resources STEM Explorers Magnet Movers - Science For Kids Sensory Bin, Critical Thinking, Fine Motor Toys, Classroom Math Supplies, Homeschool Crafts, Educational Games, Birthday Gift • Amazon Business $9.89 1 $9.89
Cricut Adhesive Cutting Mats - StandardGrip, 12" x 12" • Blick Art Materials $9.86 1 $9.86
How To Draw Anything: 300 Drawings of Adorable Things, Animals, Food, Gifts, and other Amazing Items | Book For Kids • Amazon Business $8.72 1 $8.72
Swingline Low Force Handheld Hole Punch 20 Sheet Capacity Black (74017) • Staples $8.69 1 $8.69
Theraputty CanDo Medium , 2 Ounce, Green - Teacher-Parent Resources - Adult • School Specialty $4.19 2 $8.38
The Pencil Grip Inc. The Ring Grip, Assorted Colors, Pack of 6 - Comfortable • School Specialty $7.04 1 $7.04
10PCS Multicolor Silicone Pencil Grips,Pencil Grips for Kids Handwriting and Adults,Special Education Classroom Must Haves,Teaching Supplies,Handwriting Aid Correction Tool,Writing Posture Correction • Amazon Business $5.99 1 $5.99
Pokemon - How to Draw Pokemon - Paperback Book • AKJ Education $5.10 1 $5.10
Mr. Pen- Pencil Grips for Kids Handwriting, 20 PCS (10 Finger Grips+10 Clips), Pencil Holder, Grippers, Pen Grip • Amazon Business $4.87 1 $4.87
Theraputty CanDo Soft , 2 Ounce, Red - Teacher-Parent Resources - Adult • School Specialty $4.19 1 $4.19

Materials cost

$502.17

Vendor shipping charges

 $39.32

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.53

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$579.02

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$102.18

Total project goal

$681.20

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $681.20

1 Donor

-$681.20

Donations toward project cost

-$579.02

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$102.18

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

 $0.00

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