Help me give my students kinetic sand to encourage hands on play and creativity.
FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Stadler's classroom raised $225
This project is fully funded
My Project
My students are a group of highly energetic, amazing children with autism in grades 1-5. In my classroom, we encourage learning through play. Learning through play is highly beneficial for children's development for several reasons. It encourages active engagement, fosters creativity, and builds important life skills in a fun and natural way.
Kinetic sand is a fantastic sensory activity for children for several reasons, promoting both developmental and educational benefits.
Sensory Play and Development
Kinetic sand offers a unique sensory experience as it is soft, moldable, and feels silky to the touch. Sensory play is essential for young children, as it helps them explore textures, develop tactile senses, and enhance fine motor skills. The way kinetic sand flows and moves also stimulates their sense of touch and can be soothing for many kids.
Improves Fine Motor Skills
Playing with kinetic sand requires children to manipulate the material—squeezing, rolling, shaping, and molding it—which helps develop fine motor skills. These actions strengthen the small muscles in their hands and fingers, which are important for tasks like writing, drawing, and using utensils.
Encourages Creativity and Imagination
Kinetic sand is an excellent medium for fostering creativity. Children can create structures, shapes, and sculptures, or even use molds to make detailed designs. The flexibility of the sand allows them to experiment, make changes, and bring their ideas to life, enhancing their problem-solving skills and imaginative thinking.
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
Kinetic Sand Ultimate Sandisfying Set, 2lb of Pink, Yellow & Teal Play Sand, 10 Molds & Tools, Sensory Toys, Christmas Gifts for Kids Ages 7+
• Amazon Business
$19.96
2
$39.92
Kinetic Sand, 11lb (5kg) Natural Brown Bulk Play Sand for Arts and Crafts, Sandbox, Moldable Sensory Toys, Christmas Gifts for Kids Ages 3+
• Amazon Business
$31.91
1
$31.91
Kinetic Sand, 2.5lbs Blue Play Sand in Resealable Bag, Moldable Sensory Toys, Christmas Gifts for Kids Ages 3+
• Amazon Business
$14.99
2
$29.98
Kinetic Sand, 2.5lbs Green Play Sand, Moldable Sensory Toys for Kids, Resealable Bag, Ages 3+
• Amazon Business
$13.49
2
$26.98
Kinetic Sand, 2lb Pink Play Sand in Resealable Bag, Moldable Sensory Toys, Christmas Gifts for Kids Ages 3+
• Amazon Business
$11.23
2
$22.46
Kinetic Sand Sandbox Set, 1lb Blue Play Sand, Sandbox Storage, 4 Molds and Tools, Sensory Toys, Christmas Gifts for Kids Ages 3+
• Amazon Business
$6.86
1
$6.86
Materials cost
$158.11
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$2.37
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$190.48
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$33.61
Total project goal
$224.09
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$224.09
2 Donors
-$179.86
Donations toward project cost
-$179.86
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$0.00
match offer
-$12.50
Match offer toward project cost
-$10.62
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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