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Ms. G. from Patterson, CA is requesting lab equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Sensational Sensory Supplies for a First Grade Class

Help me give my students sensory supplies and a calm corner to nurture their mental health and meet their needs!

  • $484 goal

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Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

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

Sensory and fidget toys are proven time and time again to reduce anxiety and improve focus in classrooms. Especially post-pandemic, it is so important to nurture my students' mental wellbeing as well as teach them. My whole class will use these items for brain breaks throughout the week to help them focus and work on their personal regulation, as well as encouraging them to be responsible for themselves. They will be able to take breaks when overwhelmed and use items such as the sensory stickers to reduce distractions of both themselves and classmates while learning at their desks.

Getting this project funded would allow me to provide all my students with sensory-friendly items as well as establish Quiet Corner where students can go to feel safe and calm in the classroom, so they are ready to focus and learn.

It would also provide us with books on mindfulness and breathwork so we can work as a classroom community on emotional regulation.

Ms. G. Apricot Valley Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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.

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Patterson, CA 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

25 students impacted 1donor

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
ShadeOn Calming Fluorescent Light Covers (Set of 8, Calm White) - Magnetic Light Filters for Ceiling Lights Classroom & Office, Fits 2x4 Floresant Light Fixtures, Educational Supplies for Teachers • Amazon Business $51.50 2 $103.00
FKYTION Liquid Motion Bubbler Timer Pack of 10 Great Desktop Colorful Hourglass Liquid Bubbler Small Calming Relaxing Toys Sensory Anxiety Autism ADHD Fidget Toys (10 Pack, Rainbow) • Amazon Business $40.28 1 $40.28
Bouncyband — Wiggle Seat, 1 Pack – Silver, 10.75” D – Little Sensory Cushion for Kids Ages 3-7 — Promotes Active Learning, Improves Student Productivity, Includes Easy-Inflation Pump • Amazon Business $19.99 2 $39.98
Little Chubby One Weighted Lap Pad - Heavy Blanket - 5 Lbs - 19" x 22" • Amazon Business $24.95 1 $24.95
Milliard Petite Reading Pillow for Kids & Children with Shredded Foam and Cozy, Washable Cover- 14x13 inches (Sit Up Pillow) • Amazon Business $22.99 1 $22.99
Little Chubby One Weighted Lap Pad - Heavy Blanket - 3 Lbs - 19" x 22" • Amazon Business $22.95 1 $22.95
Chair Bands for Kids with Fidgety Feet Fidget Bands,20 Pack Stretch Foot Bands for Kids with Sensory ADHD ADD SPD for Home Classroom Chairs School Desks,Ameliorate Sensory Input (Green) • Amazon Business $20.99 1 $20.99
Alphabreaths: The ABCs of Mindful Breathing • Amazon Business $15.95 1 $15.95
72 Pieces Anxiety Sensory Stickers Fidget Textured Strips Toys Anti Stress Tactile Rough Sensory Calm Textured Strips Adhesives Anxiety Relief for Adults Teens Desk Classroom (Ink Starry Sky Style) • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
BINGLALA 50Pcs Mini Pop Keychain Fidget Toy Push Bubble Pop Silicone Squeeze Sensory Toys Make Fun for Kids Anxiety Stress Reliever for Adults • Amazon Business $13.50 1 $13.50
Original Monkey Spiky Sensory Ring / Bracelet Fidget Toy (Pack of 3) - No BPA, Phthalate, Latex - Fidgets Toys / Stress Rings for Children and Adults - by Impresa Products • Amazon Business $9.89 1 $9.89
I Am Peace: A Book of Mindfulness (I Am Books) • Amazon Business $7.81 1 $7.81
PILPOC Unbreakable Monkey Noodles Super Stretchy String Sensory Silent Fidget Toy - for Increased Focus, Released Stress, Anxiety, Sensory Kids & Adults, ADHD, Autism (18 Pack) Ramen Monkey Noodle • Amazon Business $6.95 1 $6.95

Materials cost

$344.23

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$31.50

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.16

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$410.89

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$72.51

Total project goal

$483.40

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$483.40

1 Donor

-$483.40

Donations toward project cost

-$410.89

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$72.51

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