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Mrs. Blanchard from Grants Pass, OR is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Preschool Play Essentials: Tools for Learning and Development

Help me give my students tools to nurture young minds, explore a range of engaging tools and toys that ignite creativity, encourage social connection, and build essential life skills for preschoolers.

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Blanchard's classroom raised $1,331

This project is fully funded

My Project

Preschoolers are unique. At a crucial stage in their development, playful learning is paramount for fostering essential skills that will set the foundation for lifelong success. This project aims to equip our classroom with engaging tools, blocks, pretend play materials, and fine motor tools, creating a fun and nurturing environment where children can learn, grow, and connect.

Our goal is not just to provide toys, but to offer a gateway to exploration and discovery.

Through hands-on experiences with functional and adaptive resources, children will develop critical skills such as:

Fine motor skills: Grasping, manipulating, and building with blocks strengthens hand-eye coordination and dexterity, crucial for future tasks like writing and self-care.

Problem-solving: Building, creating, and navigating challenges with blocks and pretend play encourage critical thinking and the ability to find solutions, preparing them for life's inevitable hurdles.

Social emotional development: Pretend play fosters communication, collaboration, and empathy, allowing children to understand emotions, interact effectively with others, and build social connections.

Language and literacy skills: Engaging in imaginary play and storytelling with props sparks creativity, expands vocabulary, and promotes a love for language, paving the way for future reading and writing success.

In this playful learning environment, children will not only acquire essential skills, but they will also experience the joy of exploration, the satisfaction of accomplishment, and the thrill of connection. Never has the need for play and joy been greater. By nurturing a space filled with laughter, creativity, and collaboration, we aim to empower our young learners to reach their full potential. As their minds blossom, so too will their confidence, curiosity, and love for learning, setting them on a path to success in school and beyond.

This project goes beyond providing toys; it is about investing in our children's futures, one playful experience at a time.

Mrs. Blanchard Highland Elementary School Grades PreK-2

Equity Focus

This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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More than half 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

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Shihanee 8 Set Kids Dress up Clothes, Toddler Dress up and Pretend Play Costumes Construction Worker, Police, Firefighter, Doctor, Surgeon, Chef, Explorer, Astronaut Vest for Boys Girls Role Play • Amazon Business $73.99 1 $73.99
Blockaroo Magnetic Foam Blocks – STEM Preschool Toys for Children, Toddlers, Boys and Girls, The Ultimate Bath Toy – Roadster Set, Bath Building Blocks, Engineering Toys for Kids 3-6 • Amazon Business $34.99 2 $69.98
Hot Wheels Set of 50 Toy Trucks & Cars in 1:64 Scale, Individually Packaged Vehicles (Styles May Vary) • Amazon Business $62.99 1 $62.99
6 Pcs Inflated Wobble Cushion Pump Wiggle Seat for Sensory Kids Flexible Seating Exercise Balance Disc Sensory Chair Balance Boards for Office School Home Equipment, Pump Included(Bright Colors) • Amazon Business $61.99 1 $61.99
Tiny Land Train Set 110pcs Wooden Train Set, Toy Train for Boys & Girls with Wooden Train Track, Wooden Toys for 3-7 Years Old Toddlers & Kids, Railway Set Christmas Toys for Kids • Amazon Business $59.99 1 $59.99
Constructive Playthings Huggable Multi-Cultural Baby Dolls for Kids, Set of 4 • Amazon Business $55.56 1 $55.56
Gemmicc Magnetic Tiles Building Blocks for Kids, STEM Approved Educational Toys,3D Magnet Puzzles Stacking Blocks for Boys Girls,100 PCS Advanced Set with 2 Cars • Amazon Business $48.99 1 $48.99
Maitys 7 Pcs Sensory Mat for Autistic Children Massage Game Mats Orthopedic Puzzle Play Mats Textured Sensory Floor Tiles for Kids Toddler Autism Room Indoor(Classic Color) • Amazon Business $45.99 1 $45.99
Lincoln Logs – 100th Anniversary Tin, 111 Pieces, Real Wood Logs - Ages 3+ - Best Retro Building Gift Set For Boys/Girls - Creative Construction Engineering - Preschool Education Toy • Amazon Business $45.07 1 $45.07
Learning Resources Pretend & Play Calculator Cash Register - 73 Pieces, Ages 3+ Develops Early Math Skills, Play Cash Register for Kids, Toy Cash Register, Play Money for Kids • Amazon Business $40.54 1 $40.54
Froogly - 50 Piece Suction Toys | Montessori Toys Bath Toys Construction Building Set Silicone Preschool Toys Daycare Toys Shower Toys Travel Toys for Kids Toddlers Boys Girls Ages 3 4 5 6 Year Old • Amazon Business $39.95 1 $39.95
Goobi 20 Piece Construction Set Large Building Blocks Developmental Play Sticks STEM Learning Vibrant Colors Creativity Imagination 3D Puzzle Educational Toys for 1 Year Old Toddlers Preschool • Amazon Business $32.95 1 $32.95
Melissa & Doug Animal Hand Puppets (Set of 2, 4 animals in each) - Zoo Friends and Farm Friends • Amazon Business $31.99 1 $31.99
EFO SHM Doctor Kit for Kids, 34 Pcs Kids Doctor Playset kit for Toddlers 3-5 with Medical Storage Bag & Real Stethoscope, for Boys and Girls Fun Role Playing Game, Doctor Play Gift for Kids Toddlers • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
burgkidz STEM Learning Pipe Tube Toy, Sensory Toys, Tube Locks Construction Building Blocks, Educational STEM Building Learning Toys with Wheels Baseplate for All Ages Kids Boys Girls, 188 Pcs • Amazon Business $29.98 1 $29.98
Wooden Blocks Set - 100 Pc Natural Colored Wood Building Block Toys - 100% Real Wood, 14 Different Shapes, Great Gift for Kids or Back to School Project, Indoor Activity - Build, Stack and Create • Amazon Business $29.69 1 $29.69
Lehoo Castle Doctor Kit for Kids, Vet Play Sets for Kids, Veterinarian Kit for Kids, Pretend Play Doctor Set with Dog Bag, Medical Kits Doctor Toys Gift for Kids Boys Girls Aged 3 4 5 6 • Amazon Business $26.99 1 $26.99
ToyVelt Kids Carpet Playmat Car Rug – City Life Educational Road Traffic Carpet Multi Color Play Mat - Best Kids Rugs for Playroom & Kid Bedroom – for Ages 3-12 Years Old (43" L x 26" W) • Amazon Business $23.84 1 $23.84
Skoolzy Sensory Peg Board 38-Piece Set - STEM and Montessori Learning Toys for Toddlers 2+ - Fine Motor Skills Development • Amazon Business $22.97 1 $22.97
Wooden Busy Board With Led Light Switch Toys for Toddlers,Sensory Board Toy,Baby Activity Button Toy Light Switch Toys Travel Toys,Gifts for 3-5 Year Old Kids,Montessori Toys for 3+ Year Old(Dinosaur) • Amazon Business $21.95 1 $21.95
CuddleBean Doctor Kit for Toddlers 3-5 4-6 (50+ pc) Dentist Play Set, Pretend Play for Toddler Doctor kit Kids Doctors Play Set Age 2 3 4 5 6-8 Play Doctor Set for Kids, Doctor Toys for Girls (Pink) • Amazon Business $20.99 1 $20.99
Magnetic Blocks, 1.41 inch Large Magnetic Building Blocks for Toddlers 3 4 5 6 7 8 Years Old Boys Girls Magnetic Cubes for Kids 1-3 Montessori Toys STEM Preschool Educational Building Cube 30 Pcs • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
ODOXIA Sensory Mats for Autistic Children | Sensory Tiles for Kids | Sensory Wall Panel | Sensory Mats (Animals) | Sensory Toys | Sensory Room Equipment | Sensory Disorder Toys for Tactile Play • Amazon Business $19.95 1 $19.95
GEMEM Shape Sorter Toy My First Wooden 12 Building Blocks Geometry Learning Matching Sorting Gifts Didactic Classic Toys for Toddlers Baby Kids 2 3 Years Old • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99
Coogam Magnetic Drawing Board, Large Magnet Doodle Board with Pen and Dot Beads, Color Shape Pattern Art Pad, Montessori Educational Traveling Toy Gift for 3 4 5 6 Years Old Toddlers • Amazon Business $17.98 1 $17.98
JOYIN 18 Pcs Pull Back City Cars and Trucks Toy Vehicles Set, Friction Powered Cars Toys for Toddlers, Boys, Girls’ Educational Play, Goodie Bags Easter Basket Stuffers • Amazon Business $17.98 1 $17.98
Constructive Playthings Pop Beads, STEM, Developmental, Sensory Toys for Toddlers 1-3, Assorted Shapes and Colors, Motor Skills, Teacher Supplies for Classroom and Preschool, 24 Snap Beads, Multicolor • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
Melissa & Doug Blue’s Clues & You! Wooden Lacing Beads - 25 Beads, 4 Cords - Toys For Toddlers, Fine Motor Skills Toys For Kids Ages 3+ - FSC-Certified Materials • Amazon Business $13.59 1 $13.59
Hasbro Gaming Chutes and Ladders Board Game, 2-4 Players, Easter Gifts or Basket Stuffers for Kids, Ages 3+ (Amazon Exclusive) • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
TOP BRIGHT Wooden Lacing Beads for Toddlers, Kids Fine Motor Skills Montessori Toys for 2 Year Old Girls Boys, Threading Toys for Two Year Old Girl Birthday Gifts • Amazon Business $12.79 1 $12.79
Skrtuan Wooden Shape Color Sorting Clock- Teaching Time Number Blocks Clock Shape Sorting Puzzle Montessori Early Learning Educational Toy Gift for 1 2 3 Year Old Toddler Baby Kids • Amazon Business $12.49 1 $12.49
Hasbro Gaming Hi Ho! Cherry-O Board Game, 2-4 Players, Easter Basket Stuffers or Gifts for Kids, Ages 3+ (Amazon Exclusive) • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
TOY Life 28 PCS Construction Toys Construction Cake Topper, Small Construction Vehicles, Sandbox Toys for Boys, Small Construction Car Truck Excavator Toys Construction Party Favors Gifts for Boys • Amazon Business $11.97 1 $11.97
Montessori Screwdriver Board Set, Real 17 Pcs & 12 Holes Fine Motor Skills 3 4 5 +Kids Patience Basic Life Skill Educational Wooden STEM Toys for Toddler Preschool Materials Busy Sensory Tools • Amazon Business $11.90 1 $11.90
GIFT4KIDS Montessori Toys for 2 3 4 Year Old Boys Girls Gifts, 16pcs Wooden Building Blocks for Toddlers 1-3 Year Old, Stacking Blocks Sensory Toys for Kids Birthday Gifts Presents Age 2-4 • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99

Materials cost

$1,084.97

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$16.27

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,131.24

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$199.63

Total project goal

$1,330.87

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $1,330.87

12 Donors

-$1,295.58

Donations toward project cost

-$1,131.24

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$164.34

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$35.29

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