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Mr. Gu from Honolulu, HI is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Learning Via Diverse Support

Help me give my students the selected items will enhance sensory engagement and creativity in the classroom.

  • $702 goal

This project expired on July 25, 2025.

This project expired on July 25, 2025.

My Project

The selected items will significantly enhance learning experiences for my students by supporting sensory engagement, creativity, and emotional development.Galaxy Putty Slime offers stress relief and helps students focus, particularly those who experience anxiety. Its tactile nature encourages exploration, which is vital for kinesthetic learners who benefit from hands-on activities.Magnetic Tiles serve as excellent STEM tools that promote critical thinking and problem-solving skills. As students build various structures, they not only develop creativity but also learn the importance of teamwork and collaboration during group projects.The Fidget Toy Set is designed to assist students with attention challenges by providing sensory tools that help manage anxiety and improve concentration. The variety of textures and mechanisms allows students to stay engaged and focused during lessons.LEGO City Go-Karts inspire imaginative play and introduce basic engineering principles. This hands-on activity encourages creativity, allowing students to express themselves while learning about design and mechanics.Emotion Plush Toys facilitate emotional learning by helping students articulate their feelings and develop empathy. These toys can be used during group discussions or individual reflection, promoting social skills and emotional intelligence.The primary goals of this project are to create a more inclusive learning environment that accommodates diverse needs, enhance emotional awareness, and promote hands-on learning experiences. My students are unique, with varied backgrounds and challenges, including anxiety and attention difficulties. They thrive in environments that encourage creativity and engagement. By providing these specific items, I aim to foster a supportive atmosphere where every student can feel valued and empowered to learn. This project not only addresses their educational needs but also nurtures their individual strengths, helping them grow academically and socially.

Mr. Gu Ala Wai Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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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

8 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Lakeshore Double-Sided Magnetic Tiles with Phonics - Reading Manipulatives for Beginning Readers, Science of Reading • Lakeshore Learning Materials $89.99 1 $89.99
Kaplan Early Learning 26" Vinyl Bean Bag Chair - Blue • Kaplan Early Learning Company $89.06 1 $89.06
Solobo Toys: 3 Puzzle Bundle - UPPERCASE, Lowercase Alphabet & Numbers (light, wooden puzzles for preschool kindergarten elementary; tactile learning) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $60.00 1 $60.00
8 Mini Emotion Plush Toys with A Little SPOT of Feelings Hardcover Book Set (fidget toy set, social emotional learning, compassion, calming corner) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $52.00 1 $52.00
Torlam 131 PCS Magnetic Base Ten Blocks - Place Value Blocks -Math Manipulatives K-3 for Elementary Classroom, Math Counters, Counting Cubes for Kids, Base 10 for 1st 2nd 3rd Grade • Amazon Business $21.99 2 $43.98
Childcraft Manipulative Number Locks, Set of 20 • School Specialty $26.99 1 $26.99
75 PCS Magnetic Number Bonds Set - Magnetic Numbers for Whiteboard, Number Bonds Games, Magnetic Number Line, Math Aids Accessories Supplies for Classroom, Magnetic Math Manipulatives - Simply Magic • Amazon Business $25.47 1 $25.47
Magnetic Tiles Kids Toys STEM Magnet Toys for Toddler Magnetic Blocks Building Toys Preschool Learning Sensory Montessori Toys for 3+ Year Old Boys and Girls, Safe Creativity Toddler Kids Toys 40PCS • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
Scientoy Fidget Toy Set, 35 Pcs Sensory Toy for ADD, OCD, Autistic Children, Adults, Anxiety Autism to Stress Relief and Anti Anxiety with Motion Timer, Perfect for Classroom Reward with Gift Box • Amazon Business $19.95 1 $19.95
ZOnFRTO 64 Packs Galaxy Putty Slime, Party Favor for Kids Girls & Boys, Adults, Non Sticky, Unscented,Stress & Anxiety Relief, Wet, Super Soft Sludge Toy • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
156 PCS Magnetic Fraction Tiles Circles, Educational Math Learning Manipulatives Set for Preschool Elementary School. • Amazon Business $11.89 1 $11.89
LEGO - City Go-Karts and Race Drivers Toy Set for Kids 60400 • Best Buy Education $9.99 1 $9.99
KUTOI Counting Number Blocks and Sticks | Montessori Toys for Kids Learning| Homeschool Supplies for Math manipulatives | Toddlers Educational Wooden rods with Storage Tray • Amazon Business $7.68 1 $7.68

Materials cost

$478.98

Vendor shipping charges

$58.81

Sales tax

$21.08

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.18

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$596.05

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$105.19

Total project goal

$701.24

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