Help me give my students a large crash pad and theraputty to help them feel more connected to their bodies.
FULLY FUNDED! Ms. DiCaro's classroom raised $262
This project is fully funded
My Project
I work primarily with 3- and 4-year old children in specialized classes for students with Autism. These students are nested in a large community school, where the environment can often be overstimulating for their developing sensory systems.
Before my students can connect to the world around them they need help with learning how to connect with themselves...this includes their ability to feel their own body.
With this crash pad, children will be able to get the tactile and proprioceptive input they need to be more aware of their own bodies. It will also provide a safe space for them to go to when they need to de-escalate and calm down. The putty will help them become more aware of their hands in order to engage in functional fine-motor activities such as coloring, completing puzzles and using manipulatives.
Half 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
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