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Ms. Nguyen from Fort Worth, TX is requesting reading nooks, desks & storage through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Hands-On Learning Starts Here!

Help me give my students a sensory bin and educational materials to fill it!

  • $342 goal

This project expired on November 8, 2025.

This project expired on November 8, 2025.

Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

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

Sensory play is essential for young learners, especially in kindergarten. Many of my students need extra support with fine motor development, self-regulation, and focus, and a sensory table filled with materials like kinetic sand and purple play provides a fun, calming, and purposeful way to meet those needs.

These tools will allow my students to explore textures, build hand strength, and engage in hands-on learning that supports both academic and emotional growth.

Sensory bins also create a safe space for students who may feel overwhelmed, giving them a way to reset and re-engage with learning.

Ms. Nguyen Dan Powell Early Learning Academy 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.

Fort Worth, TX 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

30 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Creativity for Kids Sensory Table with 29-Piece Color Party Accessory Kit | Indoor Toddler Activity Table with Bins | Easy-Clean Design for Sand, Water & Crafts | Educational & Fun (Ages 3+) • Amazon Business $99.99 1 $99.99
Kinetic Sand, 2.5lbs Purple Play Sand, Moldable Sensory Toys for Kids, Resealable Bag, for Ages 3 and up • Amazon Business $8.99 5 $44.95
Educational Insights Pluffle® Mini 8-Pack - Sensory Bin Foam Set, No Mess Alternative to Sand Toys & Slime for Toddlers, Fun Sensory Table Filler for Home or Classroom, Gift for Kids Ages 3+ • Amazon Business $22.14 2 $44.28
Beright Wooden Step Stool for Kids, 9 Inch Round Kids Chair fit with Sensory Table, Sturdy Sitting Stool with Assembled Four-Legged for Children Toddler, 2 Pack • Amazon Business $36.99 1 $36.99
JoyCat Mystery Alphabet Box for Kids 52 PCS Letters Sorting Matching Game Activities Letter Sounds Fine Motor Learning Toys for Preschool Kindergarten Classroom - Easter Basket Stuffers Gifts • Amazon Business $30.39 1 $30.39

Materials cost

$256.60

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.85

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$290.45

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$51.26

Total project goal

$341.71

Our team works hard to negotiate the best pricing and selections available.

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