My classroom is a collection of significantly diverse learners who each have very special qualities requiring 1:1 to 1:3 instruction in the areas of academics, functional skills, behavioral skills, and social skills. The majority of my students require frequent sensory breaks and lack communication skills needed to express their wants and needs. Noises can be difficult so having a calming environment is beneficial to them and hands-on learning is beneficial.
My classroom consists of 12 wonderfully, energetic students with Autism and I just found out I will have kindergarten and 1st grade online!!
Technology is essential in my classroom and my students will be 1:1 this year with iPads. All of my students come from a low socio-economic background, so they often have difficulties acquiring therapeutic items which help fulfill their sensory needs. More than 50% of the population receives free school lunch.
My Project
STEM is an important part of learning for students of all ages. My project will allow students to use critical thinking skills to build many things. Students will be able to construct various buildings and explore architecture through a beautiful display of color. These Rainbow Blocks will be an exciting addition to our wooden block center. Students must problem solve how to build with different shapes and how to make a strong foundation. The various types of blocks will allow students to make connections that different materials can be used to construct different things. The natural blocks are a fantastic way to connect to nature and build tree houses and other abstract items. The Rainbow Block will add color and excitement to their wonderful creations! A building block center will help increase their oral language. Students will have to describe the types of structures built and the materials used. These blocks will support students in problem-solving strategies as they will work to find out which blocks fit best to create each masterpiece while working on fine motor skills. Lesson plans can be created for students to learn how to pre-plan their structures using drawings. Students can use blocks to create patterns, practice counting, and learn positional words.
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
QZMTOY Wooden Rainbow Stacker, Extra Large 12 Pcs Stacking Game, Nesting Puzzles Building Blocks Educational Toys, Shape Matching Learning Toy Set, Early Development Gift for Toddler Kids
• Amazon Business
$54.99
1
$54.99
VIGEIYA 18Pcs Wooden Rainbow Stacking Toy Color Sorting Toys Large Stacker Building Blocks for Kids Toddlers (Large)
• Amazon Business
$49.99
1
$49.99
Lewo Wooden Rainbow Stacking Game Stacker Geometry Building Blocks Creative Nesting Educational Toys Kids Toddlers (Rainbow Stacking Game)
• Amazon Business
$21.99
1
$21.99
Lewo 12 PCS Wooden Toddler Toys for Boys Girls Rainbow Wood Peg Dolls Wooden Pretend Play People Figures for Toddlers Preschool Learning Educational Toys
• Amazon Business
$19.99
1
$19.99
Lewo Wooden Rainbow Stacker Nesting Puzzle Blocks Educational Toys for Kids Baby Toddlers
• Amazon Business
$19.99
1
$19.99
Materials cost
$166.95
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$2.50
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$199.45
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$35.20
Total project goal
$234.65
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$234.65
3 Donors
-$156.43
Donations toward project cost
-$132.97
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$23.46
match offer
-$78.21
Match offer toward project cost
-$66.48
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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