My preschool students each bring their own special qualities that make them truly unique and lovable. Despite facing challenges such as autism, developmental delays, speech and language delays, occupational therapy needs, and behavioral support requirements, they exhibit remarkable qualities like hard work and enthusiasm that inspire me daily.
The resources I am seeking will play a pivotal role in enhancing their learning experiences.
The binding machine, for instance, will enable me to create personalized social stories tailored to each student's needs, assisting them in acquiring new skills and promoting positive behavior. These stories serve as valuable tools to make abstract concepts more concrete, fostering a deeper understanding.
The laminator is another crucial tool that will contribute significantly to the learning environment. By laminating visuals, I can ensure their durability, allowing students to interact with and reference these materials repeatedly. This not only supports their understanding of concepts but also accommodates their individual learning paces.
The whisper phones, designed to assist students with articulation delays, will provide them with auditory feedback as they practice sounds. This multi-sensory approach is especially beneficial for reinforcing speech and language skills, creating a more engaging and effective learning experience.
My overarching goals for this project are to provide tailored resources that create language visuals for students with delays and to establish a well-organized system for student materials. This organization will not only facilitate smoother transitions and efficient use of instructional time but also contribute to a more structured and supportive learning environment.
What truly sets my students apart is their unwavering hard work and enthusiasm, which drive me to create an inclusive and nurturing educational space that caters to their individual needs.
Harebrain HB-CP12S Whisper Phone Solo, Grades K-4 (Pack of 12)
• Amazon Business
$83.69
1
$83.69
MAKEASY Binding Machine, 21-Hole, Book Binding Machines with 100PCS 3/8'' Comb Bindings Spines, Comb Binding Machine for Letter Size, A4, A5 Paper
• Amazon Business
$49.55
1
$49.55
IRIS USA 4-Tier Shelving Unit, 48" Fixed Height, Medium Storage Organizer for Home, Garage, Basement, Shed and Laundry Room, 24"W x 12"D x 48"H, Made with Recycled Materials, Black
• Amazon Business
$30.95
1
$30.95
Amazon Basics 9-Inch Thermal Laminator Machine, White
• Amazon Business
$30.14
1
$30.14
Amazon Basics Clear Thermal Laminating Plastic Paper Laminator Sheets - 11.5 x 9.0-Inch, 100-Pack, 3 mil
• Amazon Business
$11.07
2
$22.14
Avery Plastic 8-Tab Two-Tone Binder Dividers with Two Pockets, Insertable Bright Color Big Tabs, 1 Set (11989)
• Amazon Business
$7.33
3
$21.99
Binditek 100 Pack Plastic Spiral Binding Coils, 8mm(5/16"), 40 Sheet Capacity, 4:1 Pitch, Black Binding Spirals, for Students and Coworkers
• Amazon Business
$16.82
1
$16.82
Amazon Basics Purple Washable School Glue Sticks, Dries Clear, 0.24-oz Stick,60-Pack
• Amazon Business
$14.84
1
$14.84
Neenah Index Cardstock, 8.5" x 11", 90 lb/163 gsm, White, Lightweight, 94 Brightness, 300 Sheets (91437)
• Amazon Business
$12.99
1
$12.99
Loose Leaf Binder Rings 1-Inch（100 Pack） Office Metal Book Rings, Nickel Plated Steel Key Rings for School，Sliver
• Amazon Business
$7.99
1
$7.99
Self Adhesive Dots, 500Pcs(250 Pair Sets) 0.59 Inch Diameter Strong Self Adhesive Dots for Classroom Nylon Sticky Back Hook Loop Strips, Small Circle Dots Stickers Tapes, White
• Amazon Business
$6.99
1
$6.99
Materials cost
$298.09
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$4.47
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$332.56
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$58.69
Total project goal
$391.25
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$391.25
3 Donors
-$197.28
Donations toward project cost
-$187.53
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$9.75
match offer
-$170.62
Match offer toward project cost
-$145.03
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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As a teacher-founded nonprofit, we're trusted by thousands of teachers and supporters across the country. This classroom request for funding was created by Mrs. Dunbar and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.
