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Mrs. Gondek-Stanko from Oak Park, MI is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Self Regulation with Fidgets

Help me give my students the power of self-soothing with sensory fidget tools

  • $493 goal

Hooray! This project is fully funded

Hooray! This project is fully funded

My Project

As a counselor, I find the power of fidgets to be very beneficial for students with low executive functioning skills and those with anxiety. When students have the ability to self-soothe and regulate while keeping their hands busy, it gives them access to focus on the tasks most important to them.

When a student has a quiet fidget to keep their hands busy, they are more likely to concentrate on tasks, follow along with directions, and regulate big emotions.

Please help me give my students the opportunity to obtain sensory fidgets for their social-emotional and educational needs!

Mrs. Gondek-Stanko Ferndale Upper Elementary School Grades 3-5

Equity Focus

At this school, more than 50% of students are Black, Latino, and/or Native American, and more than 50% come from low-income households. Learn how your donation to this school supports a more equitable education.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

More about Mrs. Gondek-Stanko

Oak Park, MI View local requests

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

250 students impacted 9donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Sand Tray Play Therapy Premium Starter Kit • Amazon Business $154.99 1 $154.99
CBTrail Therapy Game for Kids - CBT Emotional Game to Develop Social Skills and Emotional Intelligence - Recovery Board Game for Counselors, Anger, Occupational and Group Therapy, ADHD, and Autism • Amazon Business $38.95 1 $38.95
LITTLE CHUBBY ONE 8 Color Kids Play Sand Set - 5 Lbs of Sand - Toy Magic Sand Set - 10 Molds and Tray for Girls and Boys - Ideas for Children Activities Age 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 • Amazon Business $24.95 1 $24.95
(60 Pcs) Fidget Toys Fidgets Sensory Toys Pop Its It Party Favors Figette Toy Pack Bulk Box Stress Autism Autistic for Kids Children Boys Girls Adults Gifts Set Mini Carnival Treasure Classroom Prizes • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Junior Learning 6 Conflict & Resolution Games • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
hand2mind Colors and Shapes Sensory Pad, Shape Sorter Toys, Fine Motor Skills Toys, Calming Sensory Toys for Sensory Play, Occupational Therapy Toys, Calm Down Corner Supplies, Unique Gifts for Kids • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
hand2mind Express Your Feelings Rainbow Sensory Fidget Tubes, Calm Down Corner Essentials, Sensory Toys for Sensory Play, Play Therapy Toys, Calming Toys for Kids with Anxiety, Mindfulness Toys • Amazon Business $16.27 1 $16.27
Colored Smencils - Gourmet Scented Colored Pencils made from Recycled Newspapers, 10 Count, Gifts for Kids, School Supplies, Classroom Rewards • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
9 Pieces Mental Health Posters Anxiety Therapy Motivational Poster Psychologist Counselor Inspirational Posters Positive Quotes Wall Decor Classroom for Home Office, 8 x 10 Inch(Rainbow Style) • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
4E's Novelty Expandable Breathing Ball Toy Sphere for Kids & Adults, Expands from 5.6" to 12" - Kids Calming Fidget Toys, Yoga Relaxation Accessories • Amazon Business $13.90 1 $13.90
Sensory Water Beads Toy for Kids 6 Pack, Shapes Learning Toy for Toddlers, Fidget Stress Toys for Autism/ Anxiety Relief for Adults,Bean Bags Great for Cornhole Tossing Carnival Backyard (Shape) • Amazon Business $13.69 1 $13.69
Water Beads Sensory Fidget Toys for Toddlers and Kids | 7 Pack Fruit Learning Toy Set for Autism, ADD, and ADHD | Bean Bag Calm Down Corner, Party Favor, and Classroom Prize Gift for Boys & Girls • Amazon Business $13.59 1 $13.59
Power Your Fun Arggh Mini Stress Balls for Adults and Kids - 3pk Squishy Stress Balls with Light, Medium, Heavy Resistances, Fidget Toy Sensory Stress Anxiety Relief Squeeze Toys (Yellow, Pink, Blue) • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Eavotoy 8 Pack Valentines Stress Balls Fidget Toys Squishy Squeeze Ball Toys for Kids Boys Girls Valentines Day Card Gifts Prizes Party Favors • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99

Materials cost

$383.27

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.75

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$419.02

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$73.94

Total project goal

$492.96

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $492.96

8 Donors

-$478.85

Donations toward project cost

-$419.02

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$59.83

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$14.11

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