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Ms. Williams from Las Vegas NV is requesting sports & exercise equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Gross Motor Activities for Special Education Students

Help me give my students sports equipment for gross motor activities that can be incorporated into their learning environment, where we can provide a holistic approach to education that addresses both their academic and physical well-being.

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To implement gross motor activities effectively, specific items are essential. These may include sensory integration equipment like balance beams, therapy balls, and tunnels to provide sensory stimulation and support sensory processing difficulties. Additionally, adaptive sports equipment such as modified bicycles, scooters, and balls with auditory cues can ensure inclusivity and accessibility for students with physical disabilities. Moreover, portable equipment like cones, hoops, and bean bags can facilitate various gross motor games and exercises, promoting engagement and enjoyment.

The overarching goal of integrating gross motor activities into the curriculum is to create a dynamic and inclusive learning environment where every student can thrive.

Specifically, this project aims to:

Enhance physical fitness and motor skills: By engaging in regular gross motor activities, students will improve their muscle strength, coordination, and balance.

Foster cognitive development: Through problem-solving tasks, spatial awareness challenges, and sensory experiences, students will enhance their cognitive abilities and executive functioning skills.

Promote social interaction and communication: Participating in group activities and team sports will encourage students to develop social skills, teamwork, and effective communication strategies.

Integrating gross motor activities into the education of special needs students is not just about physical movement; it's about holistic development. By providing the specific items required for these activities and setting clear goals for their implementation, we can create a learning environment that nurtures the physical, cognitive, and social-emotional well-being of all students. Ultimately, by recognizing and celebrating the uniqueness of each student, we can create a more inclusive and enriching educational experience for everyone.

Ms. Williams
Grades PreK-2

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Physical Education Kit, 7 Assorted Balls & 14 Assorted Size Jump Ropes/Kit (CHUUPGSET2) • Quill.com $128.69 1 $128.69
Cosom Scooter Board Set, 12 Inch Children's Sit & Scoot Board with 2 Inch Non-Marring Nylon Casters & Safety Guards for Physical Education Class, Sliding Boards with Safety Handles, Assorted Colors • Amazon Business $119.39 1 $119.39
Sportime Gradeball Junior Rubber Footballs, Size 6, Assorted Colors, Set of 6 - Elementary - Kids - Durable • School Specialty $83.99 1 $83.99
Pull Buoy Pull-Buoy Ultra Soft Foam Crossbars, 37 x 2 x 2 Inches, Set of 6 - Elementary - Kids - Durable • School Specialty $77.47 1 $77.47
Champion Sports? Rounded Edge Foam Discs • Quill.com $43.19 1 $43.19
Roylco Body Poetry: Yoga Poses with Three Levels of Difficulty • Kaplan Early Learning Company $30.56 1 $30.56
Premkid Exercise Dice for Kids,12-Sided Giant Foam Dice for Indoor and Outdoor Use, Kids Exercise Equipment for Classroom and Physical Education Learning, Dice Games, Yoga Dice for Preschool Games • Amazon Business $26.95 1 $26.95
Martin Sports Physical Education Tetherball • Quill.com $23.39 1 $23.39
Sportime Max ProRubber Football, Intermediate, Size 7 - Leather/Rubber - High School - Adult • School Specialty $11.92 1 $11.92

Materials cost

$545.55

Vendor shipping charges

 $17.34

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.18

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$601.07

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$106.07

Total project goal

$707.14

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

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 $707.14

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