Hands-On Learning: Engaging Minds Through Play and Exploration!
Help me give my students hands-on learning materials, including fine motor skill toys, sorting games, and math games, to support their engagement, sensory development, and academic growth in a structured and inclusive classroom environment.
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
As a special education teacher, I work with students who have intellectual disabilities, autism, and other developmental challenges. My students are bright, curious, and eager to learn, but they need hands-on, engaging materials to help them thrive. Many of them learn best through visual, tactile, and interactive experiences.
What makes my students special is their resilience, enthusiasm, and unique ways of learning.
Every small success they achieve—whether it’s mastering a new math concept, improving social skills, or developing independence—is a huge victory. With the right tools, I can help them reach their full potential and celebrate every step of their journey!
The resources I’m requesting—fine motor skill toys, sorting games, math activities, printer paper, laminating supplies, and cardstock—will provide my students with essential tools to build independence, strengthen foundational academic skills, and enhance sensory development. These materials will help create structured, interactive learning experiences that cater to their individual needs, making lessons more accessible and meaningful.
My goal for this project is to foster a classroom environment where every student, regardless of ability, can engage, explore, and grow. By providing hands-on learning opportunities, I can support their development in communication, problem-solving, and fine motor coordination while making learning fun and engaging.
More than three‑quarters 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
Lakeshore Grab & Play Math Games - Gr. 1-2 - Complete Set
• Lakeshore Learning Materials
$149.00
1
$149.00
Springhill 90 lb. Cardstock Paper, 8.5-inch x 11-inch, White, 2000 Sheets/Case (015101CASE)
• Amazon Business
$71.84
2
$143.68
HP Sprocket 2.3 x 3.4 Premium Instant Zink Sticky Back Photo Paper (50 Sheets) Compatible with HP Sprocket Select and Plus Printers.
• Amazon Business
$24.50
5
$122.50
Amazon Basics Clear Thermal Laminating Plastic Paper Laminator Sheets, 9 x 11.5-Inch, 200-Pack, 3mil
• Amazon Business
$19.68
5
$98.40
Amazon Basics Multipurpose Copy Printer Paper, 8.5-x-11-inch, 24lb, 1500 Sheets (3 Packs of 500), 97 Bright, White
• Amazon Business
$26.99
2
$53.98
Learning Resources One To Ten Counting Cans - 65 Pieces, Ages 3+ Toddler Learning Toys, Preschool Pretend Play Toys, Supermarket Toys
• Amazon Business
$52.07
1
$52.07
TenFans Busy Board - Montessori Toys for 1 2 3 4 Year Old - Sensory Toys for Toddlers 1-4 - Gifts for Boys Learning Fine Motor Skills - Educational Activities Travel Toys for Car Airplane
• Amazon Business
$17.95
2
$35.90
Lakeshore Giant Washable Color Ink Pads - Set 2 - Set of 5 Colors
• Lakeshore Learning Materials
$29.99
1
$29.99
Lakeshore Giant Washable Color Ink Pads - Set 1 - Set of 5 Colors
• Lakeshore Learning Materials
$29.99
1
$29.99
AuroTops Toys for 1 2 3 Years Old Boys and Girls, Big Barn Toy with Farm Animal, Preschool Montessori Toy, Farm Pretend Playset with Big Red Barn & Farmer, Easter Gift Toy for Toddlers
• Amazon Business
$25.98
1
$25.98
Atoylink Wooden Magnetic Dress up Dolls Pretend Play Set 40+ Pcs Occupations Community Helpers Matching Games Fridge Magnets for Toddlers Preschool Learning Toys Boys Birthday Gifts
• Amazon Business
$21.99
1
$21.99
CRAFTSMAN Storage Organizer, 30 Small Drawer Modular Storage System, Easily Stackable (CMST40730)
• Amazon Business
Montessori Busy Board for Toddlers, Wooden Sensory Toys, Preschool Learning Activities for Fine Motor Skills Travel Toy, Basic Life Skills Educational Gifts for 1 2 3 Years Old Kids Boys Girls
• Amazon Business
$19.99
1
$19.99
Atoylink Wooden Magnetic Dress up Dolls for Girls Pretend Play Set, Princess/Witch/Occupations Community Helpers Matching Games Fashion Paper Dolls for Toddlers Preschool Learning Toys Gifts
• Amazon Business
$18.99
1
$18.99
HKACSTHI Scarves for Kids Play Juggling Scarves Dance Scarves Play Scarves Magic Trick Silk Scarves Movement Scarves Rhythm Scarves Rainbow Scarf Colorful Scarves for Music, 24 x 24 inch (36 Pieces)
• Amazon Business
$16.99
1
$16.99
bravokids Toddler Toys Talking Flash Cards for 1 2 3 4 5 6 Year Old Boys and Girls, Autism Sensory Toys for Autistic Children, 224 Sight Words Speech Therapy Learning Early Educational Toys for Kids
• Amazon Business
$16.89
1
$16.89
bravokids Talking Flash Cards Toddler Toys, Preschool Educational Sensory Toys with 112 Double Sided Cards for 1 2 3 4 5 6 Year Old Boys and Girls, Interactive Learning Toys Gifts for Kids, Pink
• Amazon Business
$16.89
1
$16.89
Wooden Burger Sandwich Stacking Toys, Montessori Toys for Toddlers Play Food Educational Preschool Learning Toys Christmas Birthday Gift Kids Toys for Boys Girls 3 4 5 Years Old (Set)
• Amazon Business
$16.81
1
$16.81
Learning Resources Carlos The Pop & Count Cactus, Top Toddler Toys, Preschool, Fine Motor Skills, Educational Toys, 16 Pieces, Age 18 Months
• Amazon Business
$15.99
1
$15.99
Meanplan Fine Motor Skills Set, 4 Tweezers, 80 Sorting Beads, 2 Jumbo Scissors Clips, 6 Colorful Sorting Cups with Storage Bin for Kids Early Education and Sorting Counting Training Development
• Amazon Business
$15.99
1
$15.99
Kidoozie Ball Drop | Toddler Toy | Learning & Developmental Tower | Activity & Educational Preschool Toys & Games
• Amazon Business
$14.99
1
$14.99
Learning Resources Max the Fine Motor Moose - 13 Pieces, Ages 2+ Toddler Learning Toys, Fine Motor Toy for Toddlers, Preschool Toys
• Amazon Business
$13.59
1
$13.59
Learning Resources Steggy The Fine Motor Dino - 11 Pieces, Ages 18+ Months Toddler Learning Toys, Fine Motor and Sensory Toy, Toddler Montessori Toys, Dino Toys, Preschool Toys
• Amazon Business
$13.39
1
$13.39
Bmag Counting Bears with Matching Sorting Cups, Preschool Learning Toys Color Recognition and Math Learning Games, STEM Educational Toy Gift for Kids Age 3 4 5 Year Old Boys Girls
• Amazon Business
$12.99
1
$12.99
Battat- Wonder Wheels- Pool And Bath Toys For Babies, Toddlers – Floating Toy Boat For Water Play – Recyclable Materials- Ferry Boat – 1 year +
• Amazon Business
$12.94
1
$12.94
Materials cost
$1,011.24
Vendor shipping charges
$10.45
Sales tax
$72.30
3rd party payment processing fee
$15.17
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$1,139.16
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$201.03
Total project goal
$1,340.19
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$1,340.19
4 Donors
-$798.62
Donations toward project cost
-$681.33
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$117.29
Matching donations from our partners
-$538.62
Match offers toward project cost
-$457.83
Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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