Help me give my students equipment that can be adapted to meet their individual needs.
FULLY FUNDED! Ms. White's classroom raised $676
This project is fully funded
My Project
I have the privilege to work with the best students around. They range from 2-22 and have a various disabilities and amazing abilities. Our project's focus is supporting special needs students by providing adaptive equipment.
The materials listed—such as fans, a leaf blower, juggling scarves, and voice recorders—can offer a variety of sensory and learning experiences for these students.
Here’s a breakdown of how these materials could be adapted for special needs students:
1. Fans: Fans can help regulate temperature in the classroom and may also provide a calming sensory experience for students who are sensitive to heat. They can create white noise, which some students find soothing or helpful for focus.
2. Leaf Blower: This is an unusual but potentially fascinating item. It could be used for sensory activities or motor skills development. For instance, it could be part of an activity where students blow light objects across a surface, helping them work on hand-eye coordination and motor skills.
3. Juggling Scarves: Juggling scarves are great for developing fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination. They could also be used for sensory stimulation, as they have a soft texture and float slowly through the air. This could be engaging for students who benefit from visual tracking and movement.
4. Voice Recorders: Voice recorders can support students in developing communication skills. They allow students to practice speaking, recording their thoughts, and even hearing themselves, which can be motivating. These could be used for storytelling, language development, or even social-emotional learning, as students reflect on their day or their feelings.
5. Additional Materials: Depending on the specific needs of the students, more adaptive materials like clamps, grips, Velcro, duct tape, etc. can help benefit the students' sensory, communication, and motor skill development.
Adapting equipment allows for more engagement by all.
Yes4All 3-in-1 Soft-Padded Plyo Box With Wooden Core, Non-Slip Multi-Use Cushioned Plyometric Jump Box for Jumping, Conditioning, Strength Training
• Amazon Business
$63.59
1
$63.59
Lasko 12” Utility Fan for Job Site or Home Use, 289 CFM, Pivoting High Velocity Blower Fans, 3 Speeds, 2 Accessory Outlets 120V, Black, U12104
• Amazon Business
$55.99
1
$55.99
Oncourt Offcourt Jingle Bell Balls, Set of 6 - Durability
• School Specialty
$52.87
1
$52.87
Jaws Flex Clamp Mount Compatible for All GoPro Cameras
• Best Buy Education
$49.99
1
$49.99
Sun Joe Electric Handheld 6 Amp Leaf Blower (SBJ597E)
• Quill.com
$32.99
1
$32.99
Liontouch - Stop & Go Signs, 3-Pack, Red & Green | 3+ Years - 11.8 x 6.7 in | Durable & Reversible Lollipop-Shaped Foam Toy Paddle for School Patrols | Ideal for Teaching Kids Traffic & Street Safety
• Amazon Business
$29.99
1
$29.99
Champion Sports Twirl and Jump Set
• Amazon Business
$25.99
1
$25.99
PELTEFLU Voice Recording Button, 30 Second Record Button for Dog Pet Interactivity, Gift for Friend, Family,10 Color Have Coffee and White
• Amazon Business
$25.95
1
$25.95
Tether Ball
• Teachers' School Supply
$24.99
1
$24.99
EazyHold Easy Grip Baby Sippy Cup Holder, 360 Transition Trainer Cup Alternative, Infant, Child, Silicone Pediatric Adaptive Aid Band for Limited Hand Mobility, Cerebral Palsy - One Piece
• Amazon Business
$11.75
2
$23.50
Jingle Bells, Augshy 20 packs Christmas Wrist Jingle Bells, 10 Colors Christmas Hand Bells, Classroom Music Jingle Bells for School and Party Favors
• Amazon Business
$19.95
1
$19.95
Leyndo 6 Pcs Throw and Catch Ball with Rainbow Tails, Sports Comet Balls Playground Toys Bulk for Indoor Outdoor for Boys Girls Throwing Activities School Sensory Training, 23.6'' Long
• Amazon Business
$17.99
1
$17.99
FlagHouse Jumbo Volleyball, Assorted Colors
• School Specialty
$16.79
1
$16.79
S&S Worldwide Hoop Connector Clips Assortment Pack. Exclusive Clips Fit Hula Hoops with 0.85" Hoop Cross Section Like Super & No-Knott Hoops. Easy Snap On, Snap Off. (Pack of 19)
• Amazon Business
$14.09
1
$14.09
Fosmon Wireless Remote Control Outlet Plug Indoor, Battery Operated Light Switch with Braille On/Off Mark, for Lights, Christmas Tree, No Interference, 15A/1875W, No Wiring & Expandable
• Amazon Business
$12.98
1
$12.98
AIVIAI Juggling Scarves for Kids Play 24 Pcs Dance Music Scarfs Colorful Silk Actives Scarves Rhythm Band Scarves for Toddlers Children Movement(6 Colors)
• Amazon Business
$11.98
1
$11.98
Shindel 6.3 inches Mini Toy Basketball, 6PCS Basketball with Pump for Toddlers, Colorful Kids Mini Toy Basketball Rubber Basketball for Kids Teenagers for Pool, Indoors, Outdoors
• Amazon Business
$11.75
1
$11.75
VELCRO Brand Dots with Adhesive White | 200 Pk | 3/4" Circles | Sticky Back Round Hook and Loop Closures for Organizing, Arts and Crafts, School Projects, 91824, 200Pk
• Amazon Business
STURME 2" Aluminum D Ring Carabiners Clip D Shape Spring Loaded Gate Small Keychain Carabiner Clip Set Outdoor Camping Mini Lock Snap Hooks Spring Link Key Chain Durable Improved 24 PCS
• Amazon Business
$7.59
1
$7.59
Staples General Purpose Duct Tape 2 W x 60 yds. Silver (468389-CC)
• Staples
$6.91
1
$6.91
Materials cost
$526.86
Vendor shipping charges
$9.72
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$7.90
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$574.48
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$101.38
Total project goal
$675.86
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$675.86
6 Donors
-$406.74
Donations toward project cost
-$375.24
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$31.50
Matching donations from our partners
-$234.40
Match offers toward project cost
-$199.24
Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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