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Ms. JoAnn from Eden, UT is requesting materials related to food, clothing & hygiene through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Pretend Play Builds Vital Social Skills

Help me give my students a large table and toy sets to work together on. This will give them the opportunity to learn vital social skills through interaction and play.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. JoAnn's classroom raised $997

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My Students

My classroom is made up of three and four year olds who have disabilities ranging from speech or language deficiencies to downs syndrome, autism, cystic fibrosis, etc. This special education preschool program gives students of all abilities the opportunity to learn and grow in a safe, playful environment.

These resilient and determined preschoolers love to learn by reading books, engaging in pretend play, and experimenting with new materials and manipulatives.

They work hard to understand their world and to find ways to succeed despite their disabilities. They are proud of their individual accomplishments as well as the successes of their peers in the class. They are joyful, happy, and positive children!

My Project

Play-based learning is the best way for preschoolers to learn. Having many different activities available and enough space to do them gives the students an opportunity to choose what they want to do. This helps them learn to plan, make decisions, and express their desires.

My students are more engaged when the activities are child-directed and they are able to choose from a wide variety of materials.

They stay at the center for longer periods and are engrossed in productive play where they interact with their peers and increase their social skills.

During the recent pandemic, social skill development was heavily impacted. Instead of encouraging the students to play and interact together, I had to worry about social distancing and wearing masks. Vital social skills such as sharing, taking turns, requesting, and social communication were sorely lacking. The dress up outfits and magnet set are activities that encourage peer interaction. The large table will provide the space necessary for several students to work side-by-side together on an activity. Lastly, the fidget toys are an important component for my special education kiddos who have sensory issues and need to have something in their hands at all times. I have seen how motivating materials can increase engagement and encourage social interactions. I know the additional items in this project will help us grow even more!

Ms. JoAnn Valley Elementary School Grades PreK-2 Eden, UT View local requests 12 students impacted 1donor

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
LC890X - Lakeshore Career Costume Set • Lakeshore Learning Materials $379.00 1 $379.00
CN343YE - Rainbow Adjustable Rectangular Table - 30 x 72 - Yellow • Lakeshore Learning Materials $269.00 1 $269.00
Magna-Tiles 100-Piece Clear Colors Set, The Original Magnetic Building Tiles For Creative Open-Ended Play, Educational Toys For Children Ages 3 Years + • Amazon Business $119.99 1 $119.99
46 Pack Sensory Fidget Toys Set with Gift Box, Stress Relief and Anti-Anxiety Bulk for Kids Teens and Adults, Hand Toy for Office Desk Decor, School Classroom Prizes, Travel Long Trip Stuff, Autism • Amazon Business $19.95 1 $19.95
SE731 - Sensory Rings • Lakeshore Learning Materials $16.99 1 $16.99

Materials cost

$804.93

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$12.07

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$847.00

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$149.47

Total project goal

$996.47

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $996.47

1 Donor

-$996.47

Donations toward project cost

-$847.00

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$149.47

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 $0.00

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