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Ms. Tracy from Milwaukee, WI is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Montessori Yoto Player - Independent, Immersive Read Aloud Literacy

Help me give my students a listening center with a Yoto audio player, audiobook cards, and protective case for creative classroom learning.

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Ms. Tracy Lloyd Barbee Montessori School

Milwaukee, WI Grades PreK-2

My Project

The three to six-year-old students in my classroom are curious, energetic, loving, and bright. I teach at a public Montessori elementary school. As a Montessori teacher, I guide the academic and social development of each child individually, while at the same time fostering a classroom of peace and shared community. Our staff and families make the school a very special place, and although most students at our school come from low-income backgrounds, families are often very generous and involved. My students inspire me every day with their acts of kindness and enthusiasm for learning. Whether they are reading to a younger student, drawing a picture, decorating the classroom with a flower arrangement, practicing letter sounds, or preparing a snack for the class, they come to school excited to discover and explore! Many of my students are with me for three school years, and the children form a special community in which they truly care for one another and celebrate each others' successes.

In a Montessori classroom, an audio player serves a pivotal role in fostering independent auditory learning experiences.

It enables the integration of music, stories, and language exercises, crucial for developing language skills and cultural awareness. The carefully selected audio content aligns with the Montessori method, enhancing the child's sensory exploration and reinforcing lessons in a captivating manner. Additionally, the autonomy granted by an audio player allows children to independently choose and engage with materials, promoting self-directed learning. Overall, the presence of an audio player enriches the Montessori environment, contributing to a holistic educational approach that nurtures curiosity, concentration, and a love for learning.

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This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Nearly all students from low‑income households

28 students impacted 2 donors

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Milwaukee, WI
Grades PreK-2
Early Development
Literacy
Traditional School
Instructional Technology
Nearly all students from low‑income households

Ms. Tracy Lloyd Barbee Montessori School Grades PreK-2

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

Equity Focus

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Milwaukee, WI View local requests

Nearly all 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

28 students impacted 2donors

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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 1 $99.99

Yoto Beatrix Potter Audiobook Cards for Kids - 5 Mini Bluetooth Speaker Cards with Bedtime Stories for Children Ages 3+ • Amazon Business $34.99 1 $34.99

Yoto Zog & Friends Collection by Julia Donaldson – 6 Kids Audio Cards for Use with Yoto Player & Mini All-in-1 Audio Player, Screen-Free Listening with Fun Playtime, Bedtime & Travel Stories, Ages 3+ • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99

Yoto Gruffalo & Friends Collection by Julia Donaldson – 6 Kids Audiobook Cards for Use Player & Mini All-in-1 Audio Player, Fun Educational Screen-Free Listening for Daytime Bedtime & Travel • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99

Yoto The Llama Llama Collection by Anna Dewdney – 10 Kids Audiobook Story Cards for Use Player & Mini Bluetooth Speaker, Fun Daytime & Bedtime Stories, Educational Gift for Children Ages 3+ • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99

Yoto Adventure Jacket in Fruit Punch Orange (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 1 $29.99

Yoto Card Case in Blue Bird – Kids Accessory, Soft Portable Folder with Zipper & 64 Pockets Player & Mini Audiobook Cards, Card Binder Holder with Sleeves for Travel • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99

Yoto Pout-Pout Fish Audiobook Collection - 8 Kids Story Cards for Yoto Player, Educational Gift Ages 3+ • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99

Yoto Brown Bear & Friends by Bill Martin Jr. & Eric Carle – Kids Audiobook Story Card for Use Player & Mini Bluetooth Speaker, Fun Daytime & Bedtime Stories, Educational Gift for All Ages • Amazon Business $17.89 1 $17.89

Yoto Make Your Own Cards – 5 Blank Audio Cards for Use with Yoto Player & Mini All-in-1 Audio Player, Record & Play Stories Music Radio Podcasts Birthday Messages & Fun Educational Learning Activities • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99

Materials cost			$342.80
Vendor shipping charges			FREE
Sales tax			$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee			$5.14
Fulfillment labor & materials			$30.00
Total project cost			$377.94
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			$66.70
Total project goal			$444.64
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal			$444.64
2 Donors			-$444.64
Donations toward project cost			-$377.94
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms			-$66.70
Still needed View calculation Hide calculation			$0.00

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Montessori Yoto Player - Independent, Immersive Read Aloud Literacy

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Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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