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Ms. Skowronski from Kissimmee FL is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Puzzles With Purpose: Empowering Students With Autism Through Creativity Centers

Help me give my students puzzles to help develop their cognitive exploration and creativity!

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This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.

My Project

Puzzles hold a special significance for students with autism, offering a myriad of cognitive and developmental benefits. These tactile and visual puzzles serve as powerful tools for sensory exploration, fostering fine motor skills, spatial awareness, and problem-solving abilities. Moreover, puzzles provide a structured yet flexible activity that can help individuals with autism develop patience, perseverance, and attention to detail, essential skills for navigating the complexities of everyday life. By donating puzzles specifically designed to accommodate the diverse needs of students with autism, we aim to provide them with enriching learning experiences that promote their overall development and well-being.

The items I am requesting, including sensory-friendly puzzles with varying levels of difficulty and themes, will make a significant difference in the learning journey of students with autism.

These puzzles are carefully selected to cater to their unique sensory sensitivities and cognitive preferences, ensuring that each individual can engage comfortably and effectively. Whether it's a simple shape-matching puzzle or a complex jigsaw requiring intricate problem-solving, each puzzle offers valuable opportunities for growth and learning. My goal is to create an inclusive learning environment where students with autism can thrive, building confidence in their abilities and unlocking their full potential through meaningful play and exploration.

What makes our students truly special is their remarkable resilience and creativity.

Ms. Skowronski
Grades 9-12

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Disney Princess 46 Piece Floor Puzzle • Amazon Business $19.17 1 $19.17
Melissa & Doug - Floor Puzzle Underwater • Teachers' School Supply $16.99 1 $16.99
Melissa & Doug - Traffic Jam Floor Puzzle • Teachers' School Supply $16.99 1 $16.99
Lakeshore Busy Bugs Floor Puzzle • Lakeshore Learning Materials $16.99 1 $16.99
Lakeshore Safari Animals Floor Puzzle • Lakeshore Learning Materials $16.99 1 $16.99
Melissa & Doug - Floor Puzzle Dinosaurs • Teachers' School Supply $16.99 1 $16.99
Disney Frozen 2-46pc Floor Puzzle • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99

Materials cost

$119.11

Vendor shipping charges

 $7.31

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.79

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$158.21

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$27.92

Total project goal

$186.13

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $186.13

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 $186.13

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