Help me give my students science of reading and math hands on games to help learning phonics and reading skills.
$184 goal
This project expired on August 24, 2025.
This project expired on August 24, 2025.
My Project
My energetic second graders learn best when they can move, play, and stay actively engaged. I am requesting highly rated, hands-on fidget games that will connect essential phonics skills with the fun of movement and sensory play. These pop-its, puzzles, and tactile activities will help students practice decoding, vowel patterns, and sight word fluency while keeping their hands busy and their minds focused. By blending learning with sensory-friendly tools, students will stay more engaged, persevere through challenges, and build skills in a fun, memorable way.
These fidget-based learning games will create exciting opportunities for small groups, partner work, and independent centers in our classroom.
Students who benefit from sensory input will have powerful tools to help regulate their energy and attention while practicing critical academic skills. With your support, we can turn everyday skill practice into hands-on adventures, making reading feel joyful, empowering, and within reach for all learners. Thank you for helping us make learning active, accessible, and fun!
The Fidget Game SquishyLand in Rainbow Reef - Educational & Phonics Learning Activities for Children in Pre-K to 2nd Grade - Mochi Squishy Toys Set with Board Game (2-6 Players) & Card Packs Included
• Amazon Business
$39.99
1
$39.99
THE FIDGET GAME Science of Reading Flash Cards & Popping Mats - Master Digraphs & Syllables - Engaging Educational Kit for Dyslexia & Young Readers, Grades 1-3
• Amazon Business
$29.39
1
$29.39
THE FIDGET GAME Sneaky Elves, CVC Sight Words Game, Pop Sensory Toy to Learn and Spell, Educational Kindergarten Classroom Activities, Multisensory Reading and Phonics Flash Cards for Kids 3+ Years
• Amazon Business
$29.39
1
$29.39
Snap it Up! Card Games, Phonics & Reading: Word Families
• Quill.com
$25.73
1
$25.73
Materials cost
$124.50
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$1.87
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$156.37
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$27.59
Total project goal
$183.96
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