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Mrs. P from Daytona Beach FL is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

Nurturing Bright Minds: Enhancing Learning for Students with Special Needs

Help me give my students access to sensory and learning resources so they can continue to thrive in an engaging and inclusive learning environment tailored to their special needs.

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Celebrate Black Teachers and Students

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.

My Project

As an educator, my heart brims with admiration for the diverse tapestry of personalities, talents, and ambitions embodied by my students. Each day, I am inspired by their boundless curiosity, resilience, and eagerness to learn. They are not merely students; they are budding scholars, dreamers, and change-makers, each with their unique aspirations and potential waiting to be unleashed.

What I love most about my students is their unwavering spirit of exploration and discovery.

They approach each lesson with enthusiasm, eagerly absorbing knowledge like sponges, and their eyes light up with wonder as they unravel the mysteries of the world around them despite their special needs.

However, as an educator, I recognize the importance of providing my students with the necessary resources to support their academic journey fully. This is where DonorsChoose comes into play, offering a lifeline of support to educators like myself by providing access to essential materials and tools that enrich the learning experience.

These resources will serve as catalysts for my students' academic growth and development, empowering them to reach new heights of achievement. From sensory activities, flexible seating and technology advancements for the classroom such as a microwave and headphones for each student, each resource plays a vital role in nurturing their intellectual curiosity and fostering a love for learning.

Mrs. P
Never Before Funded Grades 3-5

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Where Your Donation Goes

Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Keurig - K-Iced Single Serve K-Cup Pod Coffee Maker - Gray • Best Buy Education $89.70 1 $89.70
WhatsBedding 3 ft Bean Bag Chair: 3' Memory Foam Bean Bag Chairs for Adults with Filling, Soft Bean Bag Sofa with Premium Velvet Cover,Bean Bags with Stuffed Foam Filling,Black,3 Foot • Amazon Business $79.99 1 $79.99
Barks Headphones for Classroom (10 Pack, Premier) - On-Ear Bulk Headphones for School: Best for Students All Ages K-12 (Upgraded Model, Durable Design, Braided Cable, Comfortable Fit, Easy to Clean) • Amazon Business $66.97 1 $66.97
Insignia - 0.9 Cu. Ft. Compact Microwave - Stainless Steel • Best Buy Education $60.93 1 $60.93
CloroxPro Clorox Disinfecting Wipes Fresh Scent 700 Wipes/Container (31547) • Staples $46.05 1 $46.05
Staples Thermal Laminating Pouches Letter Size 5 Mil 300/Box (5245701/5245702) • Staples $38.60 1 $38.60
Pilot FriXion Ball Clicker Erasable Gel Pens, Fine Point, Blue Ink, Dozen (31451) • Quill.com $32.39 1 $32.39
48PCS Wooden Stacking Building Blocks Montessori Toys for 1 2 3 4 5 6 Year Old Girls Boys Preschool Educational Sensory Toys for Toddlers 1-3 STEM Learning Toys Ages 2-4 Kids Games Gift • Amazon Business $26.99 1 $26.99
Sensory Cloud Clay 8.8oz Tub, Neon Green, Social Emotional Learning and Calm Down Tool (Item # CLOUDCGR) • Amazon Business $26.77 1 $26.77
JFLLamp Be Kind Neon Signs for Wall Decor Neon Lights for Bedroom Led Signs Suitable for Living Room Man Cave Beer Bar Gameroom Hotel Birthday Party Restaurant Wedding Christmas 17.5 * 7 Inch(Blue) • Amazon Business $24.98 1 $24.98
60 PCS Magnetic Building Tiles Kids Toys STEM Magnetic Blocks Sensory Toys Kids Games Magnet Building Toys for Boys and Girls Aged 3+, Kids Brain Development Preschool Kindergarten Toddler Toys • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
76 Pack Sensory Fidget Toys Set, Stress Relief and Anti-Anxiety Bundle Sensory Toys for Kids Adults, Cool Fidget Packs with Mochi Squishy, Magic Rainbow Ball, Motion Timer, Flippy Chain,Stress Ball... • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
PicassoTiles 50 PCs Magnetic Building Stick Block Construction Set with Storage Bin Colorful 3D STEM Toy Blocks Bar Balls & Rods Montessori Educational for All Ages Puzzle Toy for Boys & Girls PTX50 • Amazon Business $19.79 1 $19.79
3D Pin Art Toy, Pin Art Board Pin Art Toy for Kids, Sensory Toys for Age 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10+ Years Old Kids Boys Girls, Toddler Toys Birthday Gifts Baby Girl Boy Gifts Fidget Toys(Dark Blue) • Amazon Business $16.98 1 $16.98
hand2mind My Feelings Rainbow Fidget Tube, Visual Sensory Toys, Play Therapy Toys, Comfort Items for Anxiety, Mindfulness for Kids, Social Emotional Learning Activities, Calm Down Corner Supplies • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Lineon Erasable Gel Pens, 15 Black Retractable Fine Point Erasable Pens Clicker, Assorted Color Inks, Make Mistakes Disappear for Drawing Writing Planner and Crossword Puzzles • Amazon Business $13.98 1 $13.98
Fidget Solar System - Bubble POP Fidget Toy • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $12.00 1 $12.00
Chalkboard Calming Corner Classroom Bulletin Board Set Positive Quotes Motivational Poster Feelings Chart for Kids Calm Down Corner Anxiety Therapy Decoration Emotion Dialectical Coping Skill for Wall • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
Pilot FriXion Clicker 0.7mm, Erasable Gel Pens, Fine Point, Green Ink, Pack Of 6 • Amazon Business $11.89 1 $11.89
Pilot FriXion Colors Erasable Marker Pens, Bold Point, Assorted Ink, 6/Pack (44154) • Quill.com $11.69 1 $11.69
Nogrit Counseling Office Must Haves Throw Pillow Cover, Calming Corner, Mental Health Pillowcase Decor for Home Kids,Mental Health Counselor Gifts, Calming Corner Items Kids Pillow Covers 18x18 • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Pilot Frixion Light Fluorescent Ink Erasable Highlighter Pen (Pink / Orange / Yellow / Green / Blue / Violet) (Japan Import) • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
Liquid Motion Bubbler for Sensory Play, Fidget Toy, Children Activity, Desk Top, Assorted Colors (1 Piece) • Amazon Business $8.81 1 $8.81
Amazon Basics Woodcased #2 Pencils, Pre-sharpened, HB Lead, 30 count, Orange • Amazon Business $6.19 1 $6.19

Materials cost

$680.64

Vendor shipping charges

 $5.00

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$10.21

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$725.85

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$128.09

Total project goal

$853.94

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $853.94

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 $853.94

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