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Mrs. Bell from Gardena CA is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

Inspire Creativity

Help me give my students art supplies used for fostering sensory calming and de-escalating behaviors.

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Celebrate Black Teachers and Students

This project is part of the Black History Month celebration because it supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of the students are Black.

My Project

Art supplies are needed to support my students with disabilities which will be instrumental in fostering sensory calming and de-escalating behaviors. By incorporating these supplies, I can create a supportive environment that addresses the diverse sensory needs of students, thereby promoting a sense of calmness and emotional regulation. These art supplies can empower students to engage meaningfully in the creative process while fostering a sense of well-being and self-expression.

Creating a supportive environment that caters to students' sensory needs not only enhances their overall well-being but also plays a pivotal role in de-escalating behaviors and promoting positive outcomes.

When students feel comfortable and secure in their surroundings, they are better equipped to focus on learning and participate actively in classroom activities. By offering a range of sensory-friendly art supplies, I can foster a sense of empowerment and confidence among students with disabilities, encouraging them to explore their creativity and express themselves in ways that align with their unique preferences and abilities.

Furthermore, the utilization of adaptive art supplies extends beyond facilitating sensory calming; it also serves as a tool for promoting social-emotional development and self-expression. Through engaging in art activities tailored to their sensory needs, students with disabilities have the opportunity to communicate their thoughts, feelings, and experiences in a nonverbal manner. This form of self-expression not only strengthens their sense of identity and agency but also fosters connections with peers and educators, ultimately contributing to a more inclusive and supportive learning community

Mrs. Bell
Grades 3-5

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Cricut BrightPad Go(29.2 cm x 22.8 cm),Flexible LED Light,Five Brightness Settings Up to 4200 Lumens,Cordless and Portable Drawing Light Pad for Tracing,Weeding Vinyl,Sketching,Diamond Painting Indigo • Amazon Business $79.00 1 $79.00
HTVRONT HTV Heat Transfer Vinyl Bundle - 20 Pack 12'' x 3FT Heat Transfer Vinyl Rolls, Easy Cutting Iron on Vinyl for Cricut, HTV Vinyl Bundle with 20 Assorted Colors • Amazon Business $52.45 1 $52.45
Cricut Permanent Vinyl - Everything Sampler, 12" x 12", 45 Sheets • Blick Art Materials $32.99 1 $32.99
Shimmer Self-Adhesive Vinyl Bundle, 30 Pack 12"x10" Glitter Adhesive Vinyl with 5 Transfer Tapes, 15 Assorted Colors Shimmer Starlight Brushed and Holografic Rainbow Vinyl for Craft, Home Décor • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
Vinyl Ease 12inch x 100 feet roll of Paper Transfer Tape with a Medium to High Tack Layflat Adhesive. Works with a Variety of Vinyl. Great for Decals, Signs, Wall Words and More. American Made V0821 • Amazon Business $26.49 1 $26.49
CAREGY 60 PCS Replacement Cutting Blades for Cricut Explore Air 2/Air 3/Maker/Maker 3, Includ 10PCS Fine Point Blade, 40PCS Standard Blaeds and 10PCS Deep Point Blades&#160... • Amazon Business $8.95 2 $17.90
KASYU Smart Matless Infusible Ink Transfer Sheets -12 Sheets 12" x 11.8" Gradient Color Sublimation Transfer Paper for Cricut Mug Press, Silhouette Cameo or Heat Press Machine Transfer Sheets • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
Cricut Removable Smart Vinyl - Red, 13" x 12 ft, Roll • Blick Art Materials $14.51 1 $14.51
Cricut Glow-In-The-Dark Iron-On Heat Transfer Vinyl • Blick Art Materials $8.24 1 $8.24
Frisco Craft Transfer Tape for Heat Transfer Vinyl - Iron on Transfer Paper - Heat Transfer Paper, Clear Transfer Tape for Printable HTV (12" x 6 ft) • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
Cricut Removable Premium Vinyl - Gold, 12" x 48" • Blick Art Materials $7.67 1 $7.67
Cricut Removable Smart Vinyl - Red, 13" x 3 ft, Roll • Blick Art Materials $5.39 1 $5.39
Cricut Permanent Smart Vinyl - Maize Yellow, 13" x 3 ft, Roll • Blick Art Materials $4.40 1 $4.40
Cricut Removable Smart Vinyl - Purple, 13" x 3 ft, Roll • Blick Art Materials $4.40 1 $4.40
Cricut Permanent Smart Vinyl - Grass, 13" x 3 ft, Roll • Blick Art Materials $4.40 1 $4.40
Cricut Permanent Smart Vinyl - Red, 13" x 3 ft, Roll • Blick Art Materials $4.40 1 $4.40
Cricut Permanent Smart Vinyl - Party Pink, 13" x 3 ft, Roll • Blick Art Materials $4.40 1 $4.40
Cricut Permanent Smart Vinyl - Blue, 13" x 3 ft, Roll • Blick Art Materials $4.40 1 $4.40
Cricut Removable Smart Vinyl - Maize Yellow, 13" x 3 ft, Roll • Blick Art Materials $4.40 1 $4.40
Cricut Removable Smart Vinyl - Grass, 13" x 3 ft, Roll • Blick Art Materials $4.40 1 $4.40
Cricut Removable Smart Vinyl - Party Pink, 13" x 3 ft, Roll • Blick Art Materials $4.40 1 $4.40
Cricut Permanent Smart Vinyl - Aqua, 13" x 3 ft, Roll • Blick Art Materials $4.40 1 $4.40
Cricut Permanent Smart Vinyl - Light Pink, 13" x 3 ft, Roll • Blick Art Materials $4.40 1 $4.40
Cricut Permanent Smart Vinyl - White, 13" x 3 ft, Roll • Blick Art Materials $4.40 1 $4.40
Cricut Permanent Smart Vinyl - Black, 13" x 3 ft, Roll • Blick Art Materials $4.40 1 $4.40

Materials cost

$355.81

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $32.56

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.34

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$423.71

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$74.77

Total project goal

$498.48

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $498.48

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 $498.48

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