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Ms. Burian from Harrisburg OR is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

Multi-Sensory Approaches to Learning Foundational Reading Skills

Help me give my students multisensory tools for literacy development to foster a love of reading.

  • 7 donors
  • $420 still needed

expires Jul 04

  • 7 donors
  • $420 still needed
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A multi-sensory approach to reading is crucial because it engages various senses, such as visual, auditory, and kinesthetic , simultaneously. This approach recognizes the unique ways students learn and process information. By incorporating visual aids, auditory cues, and hands-on experiences, students can reinforce their understanding of written language through various pathways, which increases retention and comprehension.

Visual supports like images and charts appeal to those who learn best through seeing, while auditory components such as reading aloud or listening to instructions benefit auditory learners.

Kinesthetic learners, on the other hand, thrive when given opportunities to physically interact with materials, like tracing letters or manipulating objects to form words. Doing all of these things simultaneously can drastically improve reading outcomes for students with learning disabilities.

The multi-sensory approach not only accommodates different learning styles but also provides a more comprehensive learning experience. It has been particularly effective in supporting individuals with dyslexia or other learning differences, as it provides alternative neural pathways in the brain, creating a deeper connection to language and reading. A multi-sensory approach to reading ensures inclusivity and maximizes the potential for successful literacy development among a wide range of learners.

Ms. Burian
Grades 3-5

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
ECR4Kids Letter Size Tray with Lid, Storage Bin, Light Grey, 10-Piece • Amazon Business $69.99 2 $139.98
$100 Gift Card for Educational Resources on TPT • TPT $100.00 1 $100.00
Play-Doh Modeling Compound 36 Pack Case of Colors, Party Favors, Non-Toxic, Assorted Colors, 3 Oz Cans (Amazon Exclusive) • Amazon Business $24.16 2 $48.32
DoodleJamz JellyBoards — Squishy Drawing Pads Filled with Non-Toxic Sensory Gel – No-Mess Fidget Art – ASMR – Re-usable for Endless Artistic Creations (Pink on Blue Gel) • Amazon Business $9.99 2 $19.98
Shiny Stone Colorful Sand,Rainbow Sand,Art Sand,Colored Sand,Craft Sand,Decorative Wedding Vibrant Sand, 250g/0.55lbs/8.81oz for Kids Creativity Wedding Succulent Terrarium Vase (Amethyst) • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
Shiny Stone Colorful Sand,Rainbow Sand,Art Sand,Colored Sand,Craft Sand,Decorative Wedding Vibrant Sand, 250g/0.55lbs/8.81oz for Kids Creativity Wedding Succulent Terrarium Vase (Claret) • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
Shiny Stone Colorful Sand,Rainbow Sand,Art Sand,Colored Sand,Craft Sand,Decorative Wedding Vibrant Sand, 250g/0.55lbs/8.81oz for Kids Creativity Wedding Succulent Terrarium Vase (Bright Yellow) • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
Shiny Stone Colorful Sand,Rainbow Sand,Art Sand,Colored Sand,Craft Sand,Decorative Wedding Vibrant Sand, 250g/0.55lbs/8.81oz for Kids Creativity Wedding Succulent Terrarium Vase (Peacock Blue) • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
Shiny Stone Colorful Sand,Rainbow Sand,Art Sand,Colored Sand,Craft Sand,Decorative Wedding Vibrant Sand, 250g/0.55lb/8.81oz for Kids Creativity Wedding Succulent Terrarium Vase (Diamond Blue) • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
Shiny Stone Colorful Sand,Rainbow Sand,Art Sand,Colored Sand,Craft Sand,Decorative Wedding Vibrant Sand, 250g/0.55lb/8.81oz for Kids Creativity Wedding Succulent Terrarium Vase (Bright Pink) • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
Shiny Stone Colorful Sand,Rainbow Sand,Art Sand,Colored Sand,Craft Sand,Decorative Wedding Vibrant Sand, 40 Colors 250g/0.55lb/8.81oz • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
Shiny Stone Colorful Sand,Rainbow Sand,Art Sand,Colored Sand,Craft Sand,Decorative Wedding Vibrant Sand, 40 Colors 250g/0.55lb/8.81oz for Kids Creativity Wedding Succulent Terrarium Vase (Blue Green) • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
Shiny Stone Colorful Sand,Rainbow Sand,Art Sand,Colored Sand,Craft Sand,Decorative Wedding Vibrant Sand, 250g/0.55lb/8.81oz for Kids Creativity Wedding Succulent Terrarium Vase (Dark Yellow) • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
Shiny Stone Colorful Sand,Rainbow Sand,Art Sand,Colored Sand,Craft Sand,Decorative Wedding Vibrant Sand, 40 Colors 250g/0.55lb/8.81oz for Kids Creativity Wedding Succulent Terrarium Vase (Purple) • Amazon Business $11.00 1 $11.00
Shiny Stone Colorful Sand,Rainbow Sand,Art Sand,Colored Sand,Craft Sand,Decorative Wedding Vibrant Sand, 250g/0.55lb/8.81oz for Kids Creativity Wedding Succulent Terrarium Vase (Coral) • Amazon Business $11.00 1 $11.00
Shiny Stone Colorful Sand,Rainbow Sand,Art Sand,Colored Sand,Craft Sand,Decorative Wedding Vibrant Sand, 250g/0.55lbs/8.81oz for Kids Creativity Wedding Succulent Terrarium Vase (Peacock Green) • Amazon Business $11.00 1 $11.00
Shiny Stone Colorful Sand,Rainbow Sand,Art Sand,Colored Sand,Craft Sand,Decorative Wedding Vibrant Sand,250g/0.55lbs/8.81oz for Kids Creativity Wedding Succulent Terrarium Vase (Turquoise) • Amazon Business $11.00 1 $11.00
DoodleJamz JellyBoards — Squishy Drawing Pads Filled with Non-Toxic Sensory Gel – No-Mess Fidget Art – ASMR – Re-usable for Endless Artistic Creations (Yellow on Blue Gel) • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Sky Castle DoodleJamz JellyBoards — Squishy Drawing Pads Filled with Non-Toxic Sensory Gel – No-Mess Fidget Art – ASMR – Re-usable for Endless Artistic Creations (Red and Yellow Gel) • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Sky Castle DoodleJamz JellyBoards — Squishy Drawing Pads Filled with Non-Toxic Sensory Gel – No-Mess Fidget Art – ASMR – Re-usable for Endless Artistic Creations (Blue and Red Gel) • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99

Materials cost

$506.16

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.59

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$543.75

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$95.96

Total project goal

$639.71

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $639.71

6 Donors

-$220.00

Donations toward project cost

-$187.00

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$33.00

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

 $419.71

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