Throughout the pandemic, many of our young learners did not have as many opportunities for playful social experiences that would typically occur in settings such as preschool, daycare, sports, playgroups, and parks as they may have had outside of the pandemic. My students are special because they have demonstrated resiliency and a continued sense of curiosity and eagerness to learn. In response to this, my primary goal of this project is to increase playful learning experiences in my kindergarten classroom.
These materials will support my kindergarteners as they learn through hands-on play and exploration.
For example, students may practice their alphabet recognition skills by playing a game of alphabet bowling together where they take turns naming each of the letters they’ve knocked down. In another example, students may practice their speaking and listening skills and they engage in a dramatic play smoothie shop where they take turns placing and preparing orders. Additionally, students can play games that increase mindfulness and emotional regulation in the classroom through the mindfulness games and activities selected.
Each of these materials has been chosen to help students simultaneously strengthen and increase their social-emotional skills and academic abilities as they engage in play with one another.
More than a third of 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
EE784 - Sift Find Number Shells
• Lakeshore Learning Materials
$24.99
1
$24.99
Play-Doh Modeling Compound 36 Pack Case of Colors, Non-Toxic, Assorted Colors, 3 Oz Cans (Amazon Exclusive)
• Amazon Business
$24.99
1
$24.99
Learning Resources Smart Snacks Alpha Pops - 26 Double Sided Pieces, Ages 2+ Alphabet Learning and Fine Motor Skills Toy, Develops Letter Recognition, ABC Toys for Kids
• Amazon Business
$24.99
1
$24.99
Winning Fingers Pop Up Board Game 2-Player | Preschool Game with Alphabet Puzzle Pieces | Educational Learning Toy for Toddler and Kids Ages 3+
• Amazon Business
$22.99
1
$22.99
hand2mind Mindful Maze Boards, 3 Double Sided Breathing Boards with Finger Paths, Mindfulness for Kids, Social Emotional Learning, Sensory Board, Anxiety Relief Items, Occupational Therapy Toys
• Amazon Business
$21.59
1
$21.59
Melissa & Doug Smoothie Maker Blender Set with Play Food (22 Pcs)
• Amazon Business
$20.60
1
$20.60
Melissa & Doug Safari Buddies Hand Puppets, Set of 6 (Elephant, Tiger, Parrot, Giraffe, Monkey, Zebra)
• Amazon Business
$20.49
1
$20.49
Melissa & Doug Grill and Serve BBQ Set (20 pcs) - Wooden Play Food and Accessories
• Amazon Business
Boley Alphabet Dinos Bucket - 52 Pc Toddler Alphabet Learning Toys - Educational Preschool Dinosaur ABC Puzzle for Toddlers Ages 2+
• Amazon Business
$19.95
1
$19.95
Carson Dellosa Differentiated Instruction Cubes—Blue, Yellow, Green Foam Learning Cubes with Clear Pockets, Customizable Learning Activities and Cards for All Subjects (3 pc)
• Amazon Business
$17.97
1
$17.97
Melissa & Doug Slice and Bake Wooden Cookie Play Food Set
• Amazon Business
Melissa & Doug Bread and Butter Toaster Set (9 pcs) - Wooden Play Food and Kitchen Accessories
• Amazon Business
$12.93
1
$12.93
Mindful Games For Kids: 50 Fun Activities to Stay Present, Improve Concentration, and Understand Emotions
• Amazon Business
$9.90
1
$9.90
OBTANIM Mini Plastic Handheld Magnifying Glasses Portable Reading Magnifier for Senior and Kids, Hand Lens 5X Magnifier for Home, Indoor and Outdoor Use (20 Pack)
• Amazon Business
$9.79
1
$9.79
Mindfulness for Little Ones: Playful Activities to Foster Empathy, Self-Awareness, and Joy in Kids
• Amazon Business
$8.56
1
$8.56
DF541 - Classroom Sand Timer Set
• Lakeshore Learning Materials
$6.99
1
$6.99
Materials cost
$845.15
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$60.43
3rd party payment processing fee
$12.68
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$948.26
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$167.34
Total project goal
$1,115.60
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$1,115.60
2 Donors
-$1,050.00
Donations toward project cost
-$900.00
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$150.00
match offer
-$56.78
Match offer toward project cost
-$48.26
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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