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Ms. Lisa from San Diego CA is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Play Builds Skills

Help me give my students hands-on learning materials, scenario play sets, to grow communication skills through play!

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Play is a fundamental vehicle for building communication skills in children, offering a natural and enjoyable context for interaction and expression. Through various forms of play, such as imaginative play, cooperative games, and role-playing scenarios, children engage in verbal exchanges, nonverbal communication, and social interactions with peers and adults. In these playful interactions, children learn to convey their thoughts, ideas, and feelings through language, gestures, facial expressions, and body language, developing essential communication skills in the process. Whether negotiating the rules of a game, sharing imaginative stories, or collaborating on a construction project, children practice using language to express themselves, articulate their needs, and interact effectively with others.

Furthermore, play provides opportunities for children to experiment with different communication strategies, adapt their communication style to different contexts, and develop empathy and perspective-taking skills.

As children engage in pretend play scenarios, they take on various roles and perspectives, allowing them to practice seeing the world from different viewpoints and understanding the feelings and intentions of others. Through collaborative play experiences, children learn to listen actively, take turns, and respond appropriately to the verbal and nonverbal cues of their playmates, fostering effective communication and social competence. In essence, play serves as a dynamic and versatile platform for honing communication skills, promoting language development, social interaction, and emotional intelligence in children.

Ms. Lisa
Grades PreK-2

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Melissa & Doug Wooden Scoop and Serve Ice Cream Counter (28 pcs) - Play Food and Accessories - Pretend Food Toys, Ice Cream Shop Toys For Kids Ages 3+ • Amazon Business $49.49 1 $49.49
Melissa & Doug Thirst Quencher Dispenser, Multicolored (LCI9300) • Quill.com $39.59 1 $39.59
Melissa & Doug Scoop and Stack Ice Cream Cone Magnetic Play Set, Multicolor - Pretend Food, Ice Cream Toy For Toddlers And Kids Ages 3+. • Amazon Business $30.59 1 $30.59
Melissa & Doug Smoothie Maker Blender Set with Play Food - 22 Pieces - Play Blender Mixer Toy for Kids Kitchen Ages 3+ • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
Melissa & Doug Wooden Frozen Treats Ice Cream Play Set (24 pcs) - Play Food and Accessories • Amazon Business $20.69 1 $20.69
Melissa & Doug Brew and Serve Wooden Coffee Maker Set - Play Kitchen Accessories (12 -Pieces) • Amazon Business $19.59 1 $19.59
MAGNA-TILES Cars – Blue & Orange 2-Piece Magnetic Construction Set, The Original Magnetic Building Brand • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
MAGNA-TILES Cars – Purple & Red 2-Piece Magnetic Construction Set, The Original Magnetic Building Brand • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99

Materials cost

$219.92

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $20.12

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.30

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$273.34

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$48.24

Total project goal

$321.58

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Total project goal

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