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Maintaining a Holistic Learning Experience for Children With Autism

Help me give my students learning materials that meet their sensory needs, encourage their growth, allow them to reach their potential, and keep them comfortable and safe.

  • 2 donors
  • $514 still needed

expires Aug 25

  • 2 donors
  • $514 still needed
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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.

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Children with autism often experience sensory processing differences, affecting how they perceive and respond to sensory input from their environment. These differences can impact their ability to learn and engage with the world around them. Providing sensory materials can help create a more inclusive learning environment by offering exploration, self-regulation, and engagement opportunities.

Materials such as noise-canceling headphones can block unwanted sounds and regulate sensory input.

Wearing headphones can provide comfort and security, helping children feel more grounded and focused. Headphones that plug into computers will allow our children to listen to music or watch a video as a sensory break without disturbing other students. For our students who need constant movement or pressure, the exercise ball or resistance bands will allow them to stay in one place to learn. Stress balls provide a safe outlet for students who need to release energy or frustration.

Several of our children have oral fixation, which can manifest as a persistent need for oral stimulation, such as chewing or eating objects. Sensory chew toys and chewy snacks allow these children to meet this need safely. Other snacks are necessary for children sensitive to food taste and texture and only eat certain foods. Our children need to have plenty of snacks they like available so that they are well-fed and ready to learn.

Art projects can also be an excellent way for children with autism to express themselves creatively, develop fine motor skills, and engage with their surroundings. The painting materials and the mason jars will be used for this purpose. For children learning to speak and read, the talking alphabet is vital.

Overall, sensory materials play a valuable role in supporting the learning and development of children with autism, helping them engage more fully in their environment and reach their potential.

Mr. Josh
Grades 3-5

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Slim Jim Original Snack-Sized Smoked Meat Stick 0.28 oz 120 Sticks/Box (61368) • Staples $50.50 1 $50.50
Cheez-It Original Crackers, 1.5 oz, 45/Carton (KEE71717) • Quill.com $42.99 1 $42.99
Classroom Headphones Bulk 5 Pack, Student On Ear Color Varieties, Comfy Swivel Earphones for Library, School, Airplane, Kids, for Online Learning and Travel, Noise Stereo Sound 3.5mm Jack (Black) • Amazon Business $36.97 1 $36.97
20 Pack Canvases for Painting with 8x10, Painting Canvas for Oil & Acrylic Paint. • Amazon Business $33.99 1 $33.99
GREEN DEVIL 3 Pack Kids Ear Protection Ear Muffs 27dB Noise Cancelling Hearing Protection Headphones For Toddlers To Teens • Amazon Business $32.99 1 $32.99
Kellogg's Pop Tarts Bars Variety Pack, 48/Carton (220-00456) • Quill.com $32.99 1 $32.99
Dick Martin Sports - Exercise Ball 34in Orange • Teachers' School Supply $30.00 1 $30.00
ABEIER Acrylic Paint Set, 24 Colors (60ml/2oz) with 12Paint Brushes, Non-Toxic, Waterproof, Strong Coverage for Kids Adults Beginners Students, Painting on Canvas Stone Wood Fabric Rocks Ceramic • Amazon Business $23.39 1 $23.39
Craft Medley Craft Mason Jars - 13.5 oz • Blick Art Materials $2.67 8 $21.36
Alphabet Poster for Toddlers Interactive ABC Learning for Kids with Flash Cards Learn ABC Letters & Sight Words, Speech Therapy Toys for 2-4 Years • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
Sensory Chew Necklace for Boys and Girls, 6 Pack Stretch Chewing Necklaces for Kids with Autism ADHD SPD, Oral Motor Aids Chew Toys Reduce Fidgeting for Kids Chewer (6) • Amazon Business $8.98 2 $17.96
Bulk Mini Stress Balls (25 Pack) 2-3 Inch Soft Squeezable Sensory Fidget Balls, in a Variety of Shapes and Colors, for Kids Party Favors, Birthday Gifts for Boys & Girls • Amazon Business $15.89 1 $15.89
Sip N'Joy Paper Straws, White, Unwrapped, 7-3/4 in, Pack of 400 • School Specialty $15.89 1 $15.89
Philippine Brand Dried Mangoes Fruit Snacks {12 PACK} All Naturally Gluten Free, Vegan, Hand-Selected Delicious Fresh Mangos from Philippines, Grab and Go Perfect for Office & School Food • Amazon Business $14.45 1 $14.45
Welch's Gluten Free Mixed Fruit Snacks 0.9 oz. 40 Packs/Box (PIM94068) • Staples $12.89 1 $12.89
Sensory Chew Stick Toys for Kids, Boys & Girls – Designed for Autism, Teething, Chewing, ADHD, SPD, Oral Motor Needs – Silicone Teether Toys (2 Pack) • Amazon Business $11.97 1 $11.97
Chewy Necklaces for Sensory Kids, Building Block Chew Necklace Bundle for Boys and Girls with Chewing, Teething, Biting, ADHD, Autism, Silicone Oral Motor Chewy Teether Fidget Toys for Adults 5 Pack • Amazon Business $8.89 1 $8.89
Mr. Pen- Resistance Bands, Pack of 5 Different Resistance Levels, Exercise Bands Resistance, Bands for Working Out, Workout Bands Resistance, Elastic Bands for Exercise, Fitness Bands, Stretch Bands • Amazon Business $5.84 1 $5.84

Materials cost

$426.95

Vendor shipping charges

 $14.84

Sales tax

 $25.62

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.40

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$503.81

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$88.91

Total project goal

$592.72

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $592.72

2 Donors

-$75.00

Donations toward project cost

-$67.50

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$7.50

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$4.41

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

 $513.31

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