Help me give my students an enriching and engaging environment filled with thoughtfully prepared materials designed to inspire exploration and growth. Each item is intentionally selected to foster fine motor skills and sensorial, as well as language materials.
Empowering Toddlers Through Purposeful Play and Hands-On Learning
In our Montessori toddler classroom, the children are at the heart of everything we do.
Each day, we see how much they love to explore, discover, and do real, meaningful work with their hands. To support their incredible growth, we’re requesting materials that meet their developmental needs and inspire curiosity, independence, and confidence.
With your support, we’ll bring in tools like the Ready2Learn Paint and Dough Mushroom Stampers, which offer our toddlers a chance to strengthen their fine motor skills while expressing themselves through art. These early creative experiences help build the coordination and focus that are essential for writing, self-care, and academic success later on.
We’re also excited to provide materials like the Kidzlane 8-Piece Kids Cleaning Set, which allows children to actively care for their classroom environment. Toddlers naturally want to help and be involved—this set gives them the opportunity to take pride in their space while developing responsibility, coordination, and a sense of belonging.
In a Montessori setting, the environment is the curriculum. Every item on the shelf is chosen with intention, giving children the chance to make choices, repeat tasks, and grow through real-life experiences. These hands-on materials empower our students to explore, problem-solve, and build the foundational skills they’ll carry with them for years to come.
By donating to this project, you’re helping us create a classroom that honors each child’s unique developmental journey. Your generosity makes it possible for them to learn in a space that is calm, beautiful, and designed just for them.
Thank you for supporting our toddlers as they grow into capable, independent, and joyful learners!
YHZAN Sensory SEN Montessori Tactile Touch & Match Sensorial Wooden Material Children's Basic Skills Development Toys for Toddlers
• Amazon Business
$35.99
1
$35.99
60 Pcs Shaker Musical Instruments Kids Music Party Favor Baby Learning Percussion Toy, Including 20 Pcs Wrist Hand Band Jingle Bells, 20 Pcs Egg Shakers and 20 Pcs Maracas Rattle Shaker Sand Hammers
• Amazon Business
$29.99
1
$29.99
Kaplan Early Learning All-Weather Two-Handed Magnifier - Set of 2
• Kaplan Early Learning Company
$29.66
1
$29.66
Play22 Kids Cleaning Set 12 Piece - Toy Cleaning Set Includes Broom, Mop, Brush, Dust Pan, Duster, Sponge, Clothes, Spray, Bucket, Caution Sign, - Toy Kitchen Toddler Cleaning Set - Original
• Amazon Business
$25.99
1
$25.99
Little Professionals Wooden Character Set - Cute Wood Block People Toys for Kids & Toddlers - Open Ended STEM Pretend Play & Educational Games for Children, Boys & Girls (15-Pieces)
• Amazon Business
$25.99
1
$25.99
Kaplan Early Learning 1 to 5 Ring Counter
• Kaplan Early Learning Company
$24.26
1
$24.26
Yookidoo Shape 'N' Spin Gear Sorter
• Kaplan Early Learning Company
$22.46
1
$22.46
Taf Toys Sensory Baby Tissue Box, Object Permanence Box, Imaginary Play for Infants & Toddlers, Montessori Square Sensory Toys Colorful Pull Scarves, Play Balls & Cards Educational Preschool Learning
• Amazon Business
$19.59
1
$19.59
5 in 1 Baby Toys Montessori Toys for 1 Year Old Educational Learning Toys for Toddlers Stacking Cups Stacking Blocks Pull String Teething Toys Sensory Shape Storage Bin Infants Travel Bath Toys Gifts
• Amazon Business
$18.99
1
$18.99
Taf Toys Sensory Crinkle Tissue Box for Toddlers. STEM Montessori Toy with Colorful Soft Scarves and Crinkling Blankies
• Amazon Business
$16.65
1
$16.65
Wondertoys Wooden Magnetic Number Train Set - 12 PCS With 1 Engine Car for Toddlers Boys and Girls - Compatible With Major Brands Tracks
• Amazon Business
$15.99
1
$15.99
Kidzlane Kids Cleaning Toy Set of 8 - Toddler Cleaning Set - Green Durable Plastic, Ideal for Pretend Play and Teaching Responsibility, Promotes Motor Skills, Imaginative Play Toy for Ages 3-10
• Amazon Business
$12.99
1
$12.99
READY 2 LEARN Paint and Dough Mushroom Stampers - Set of 4 - Ages 2+ - Easy to Grip Arts and Crafts Tools for Kids - DIY Patterns and Textures
• Amazon Business
$11.77
1
$11.77
Materials cost
$290.32
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$20.76
3rd party payment processing fee
$4.35
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$345.43
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$60.96
Total project goal
$406.39
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$406.39
5 Donors
-$336.68
Donations toward project cost
-$302.93
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$33.75
match offer
-$50.00
Match offer toward project cost
-$42.50
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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