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Ms. Ashley from East Haven, CT is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Hands-On Tools for Pre-K Growth and Exploration

Help me give my students flarp, scissors, busy board books and pluffle for sensory needs.

  • $472 goal

This project expired on September 8, 2025.

This project expired on September 8, 2025.

My Project

My Pre-K students are curious, energetic, and eager to learn through hands-on experiences. They come to school each day ready to explore the world around them using all their senses. To help them develop fine motor skills, build early literacy and math foundations, and engage their senses in safe, inclusive ways, we need a few special tools.

We are requesting:

Flarp (noise putty) for sensory play and fine motor development

A busy board book to support tactile exploration and self-regulation

Left-handed and adaptive scissors so all learners can practice cutting skills comfortably

Pluffle (moldable, mess-free sensory compound) for calming sensory input

Alphabet sorting tubs to build letter recognition and sorting skills

These materials will support our classroom’s diverse learners, including those with sensory needs and fine motor challenges. With your support, our students can develop essential skills in a fun and engaging way.

What Your Donation Will Do:

Your donation will make our classroom more inclusive, hands-on, and developmentally supportive. These tools will help my young learners explore, play, and grow in ways that build confidence and school readiness. Thank you for helping give them the strong start they deserve!

Ms. Ashley Deer Run Elementary School Grades PreK-2

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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.

East Haven, CT View local requests

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

20 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Quiet Time Soft & Washable Activity Book • Lakeshore $34.99 2 $69.98
Educational Insights Pluffle 4-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 $33.11 2 $66.22
Joyreal Alphabet Learning Toys - ABC Sorters Tubs with Flash Cards, 271 PCS Toddler Preschool Learning Activities, Educational Games • Amazon Business $29.99 2 $59.98
Safety Scissors for Kids, Retractable Small Scissors for Toddler Craft Ages 3-5 2-4 1-3, Cute Toddler Craft Preschool 3Pcs Stocking Stuffers for Kids Toddler Women Mom • Amazon Business $14.59 2 $29.18
LEARNING ADVANTAGE - 3508 Learning Advantage Special Needs Scissors, Set of 10 • Amazon Business $24.98 1 $24.98
Westcott 13178 Left-Handed Scissors, Hard Handle Kids' Scissors, Ages 4-8, 5-Inch Pointed Tip, Color Varies, 1 Count • Amazon Business $4.30 5 $21.50
JA-RU Flarp Noise Putty 3 Set Tray Variety Pack (1 Pack) Glow in The Dark Putty, Glitter Putty & Original Noise Putty Slime, All Scented. Fidget Toy Stress Toy Party Favor Toys for Kids. 338-1p • Amazon Business $16.29 1 $16.29
Maped Helix USA Koopy Spring-Assisted Educational Scissors, Kids, 5 Inch, Blunt Tip, Right Handed Use (470249US),Black/White • Amazon Business $3.79 4 $15.16
JA-RU Flarp Noise Putty Scented Squishy Sensory Toys for Easter, Autism Stress Toy, Great Party Favors Fidget for Kids and Adults Boys & Girls. (2 Units Assorted) 41-2p • Amazon Business $9.68 1 $9.68
JA-RU Flarp Noise Putty Scented Squishy Sensory Toys, Squishy Stretchy Soft Great Party Favors Fidget Toy for Kids Boys & Girls. (2 Units Assorted) 10041-2p • Amazon Business $8.55 1 $8.55
Flarp Putty Glow in The Dark Scented Noise Putty (1 Unit Assorted Color) by JA-RU. Squishy Shine Neon Colors, Noise Putty Slime, ADHD Autism Stress Toy Party Favor Toys Kids Boys & Girls 341-1A • Amazon Business $7.49 1 $7.49
JA-RU Flarp Noise Putty for Kids Cloud & Scented (1 Unit in Assorted Color)| Farrt Noise Maker Slime, Soft Cloud Putty in Neon Color Great Stress Toy for Boys, Girls and Adults.Item #10041-1A • Amazon Business $6.49 1 $6.49

Materials cost

$335.50

Vendor shipping charges

$30.00

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.03

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$400.53

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$70.68

Total project goal

$471.21

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

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