Help me give my students sensory tools, books, and other items so that my students can be motivated to improve school attendance, which will help them in their post secondary plans.
FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Burke's classroom raised $194
This project is fully funded
My Project
Children do not need much to find joy and contentment; often, it's the simplest things that bring them happiness. A few basic items can make a significant difference in their lives, fostering creativity, learning, and play.
Whether it's books that spark their imagination, art supplies that unleash their creativity, or sports equipment that keeps them active and healthy, these simple resources have a profound impact.
Providing these essentials helps nurture their development and shows them that they are cared for and valued.
By meeting these fundamental needs, we can create an environment where children feel supported and empowered to reach their full potential
More than 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
Calm Strips: Original CLASS 30-Pack Sensory Tools (fidget toys, social emotional learning, mental health stickers, calming corner fidgets for teens)
• DonorsChoose Featured Favorites
$42.00
1
$42.00
Anger Management Toys - The Calm Ball - Coping Skills Tool, Anxiety Toys for Adults and Kids, Stress Relief Toys for Adults , Teens and Kids , Therapy Toys , Anxiety Relief , Social Emotional Learning
• Amazon Business
$28.95
1
$28.95
It's Okay To Not Be Okay: A Rhyming Read Aloud Story for Children About Feelings of Sadness and Loneliness (Social Emotional Learning Toolbox - Therapists, Educators, and Parents)
• Amazon Business
$12.74
2
$25.48
Sensory Playtivity Squishy Sensory Discs, Set of 3
• School Specialty
$18.37
1
$18.37
Shuttle Art 10 Colors Dot Marker Washable Non-Toxic Dot Marker for Children Early Education, Bingo Dabber for Creation with 1 Dot Activity Book
• Amazon Business
$15.98
1
$15.98
Materials cost
$130.78
Vendor shipping charges
$1.84
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$1.96
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$164.58
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$29.04
Total project goal
$193.62
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$193.62
1 Donor
-$96.81
Donations toward project cost
-$82.29
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$14.52
match offer
-$96.81
Match offer toward project cost
-$82.29
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
DonorsChoose is the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.
As a teacher-founded nonprofit, we're trusted by thousands of teachers and supporters across the country. This classroom request for funding was created by Ms. Burke and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.
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