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Mrs. Beatie from Coweta, OK is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Listening for Literacy

Help me give my students Yoto Players, card cases and audio cards to use during literacy centers! Yoto Players allow students to experience literature in a new and fun way!

  • $1,074 goal

This project expired on June 9, 2025.

This project expired on June 9, 2025.

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The Yoto Players, card cases and audio cards will offer significant benefits for kindergarten students, fostering early literacy skills in engaging and accessible ways. Listening to stories read aloud helps children develop phonemic awareness, vocabulary, and comprehension. The combination of hearing correct pronunciation and intonation while simultaneously following along in a physical book (if available) reinforces the connection between spoken and written words, a crucial step in learning to read. Audiobooks also introduce children to a wider range of stories and genres, sparking their imaginations and cultivating a love of reading from an early age. This exposure to rich language and narratives lays a strong foundation for future reading success.

Beyond literacy development, audiobooks can enhance kindergartners' overall learning experience.

They provide a screen-free alternative, promoting focus and concentration. Audiobooks can also support diverse learning styles, benefiting children who are auditory learners or those who struggle with decoding printed text. Furthermore, they offer a valuable tool for parents and educators, providing opportunities for shared listening experiences that encourage discussion and interaction. By making reading accessible and enjoyable, audiobooks contribute to a positive and enriching learning environment for young children

Mrs. Beatie Central Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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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

23 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Yoto Player Kids Bluetooth Speaker - Plays Stories, Music, Podcasts, White Noise, Thermometer, Nightlight, Alarm Clock • Amazon Business $99.99 5 $499.95
Yoto Adventure Jacket in Think Pink (3rd Gen.) – Accessory for Kids Yoto Player, Fitted Protective Sleeve Case Carrier, Anti-Slip Silicone Skin Cover with Easy-to-Carry Handle • Amazon Business $29.99 2 $59.98
Yoto Adventure Jacket in Blue Bird (3rd Gen.) – Accessory for Kids Yoto Player, Fitted Protective Sleeve Case Carrier, Anti-Slip Silicone Skin Cover with Easy-to-Carry Handle • Amazon Business $29.99 2 $59.98
Yoto Card Case in Think Pink – Kids Accessory, Soft Portable Folder with Zipper & 64 Pockets for Player & Mini Audiobook Cards, Binder Sleeve Holder for Travel • Amazon Business $29.99 2 $59.98
Yoto Card Case in Blue Bird – Kids Accessory, Soft Portable Folder with Zipper & 64 Pockets for Player & Mini Audiobook Cards, Binder Sleeve Holder for Travel • Amazon Business $29.99 2 $59.98
Yoto Disney Classics Collection: Vol. 1 – Kids 6 Audio Cards for Use with Player & Mini All-in-1 Audio Player, Educational Screen-Free Listening with Fun Playtime Bedtime Travel Stories, Ages 4+ • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99
Yoto The Narwhal & Jelly Collection by Ben Clanton – 8 Kids Audio Cards for Use with Player & Mini All-in-1 Audio Device, Screen-Free Listening with Fun Playtime Bedtime & Travel Stories, Ages 5+ • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99

Materials cost

$804.85

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $65.60

3rd party payment processing fee

$12.07

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$912.52

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$161.03

Total project goal

$1,073.55

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