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Ms. Chi from Redwood City, CA is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Sensory Art for Inclusive Learning

Help me give my students art supplies, clay, and Crayola dough for our inclusion classroom to support sensory development, creativity, fine motor skills, and social-emotional growth for children with diverse learning needs.

  • 2 donors
  • $725 still needed

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  • 2 donors
  • $725 still needed
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Ms. Chi Roosevelt Elementary School
Redwood City, CA Grades PreK-2

Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

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

My students are creative, resilient, and full of curiosity. In our inclusion classroom, they learn best through hands-on activities that allow them to explore, communicate, and express themselves in different ways. Many of my students benefit from sensory-based learning experiences that help them stay engaged, build confidence, and develop positive social-emotional skills.

The resources in this project will help create a welcoming and engaging classroom environment where every child can feel successful and connected.

Art supplies, clay, and Crayola dough will provide meaningful hands-on learning experiences that support creativity, sensory exploration, and peer collaboration. Polymer clay and dough will help strengthen fine motor skills needed for writing, improve focus, and support sensory regulation. Art materials such as crayons, paint, and markers, will encourage self-expression, communication, and confidence.

The instant camera will also play an important role in supporting student engagement and family connections. Teachers will use the instant camera to take photos of students during classroom activities, special events, and learning experiences. These instant photos can be shared with families, helping parents feel more connected to their child’s school experience. The photos will also be displayed on student boards and around the classroom to celebrate student work, build confidence, and create a sense of belonging. Many young children respond positively to seeing themselves represented in the classroom, and the instant photos will help students feel excited, engaged, and proud of their learning.

My goal for this project is to create a safe and inclusive learning environment where every student feels valued, supported, and motivated to learn. My students are special because they learn in unique ways, show resilience every day, and thrive when given opportunities to explore, create, and connect through sensory-based and hands-on activities.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

More than half of students from low‑income households

27 students impacted 2 donors
Ms. Chi Roosevelt Elementary School Grades PreK-2

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Redwood City, 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

27 students impacted 2donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Fujifilm - instax mini 12 Instant Film Camera - Clay White • Best Buy Education $93.99 1 $93.99
Do-A-Dot Art!@trade; Paint Markers - 25-Piece Classroom Pack • Nasco $65.00 1 $65.00
Crayola Washable Paint, 1 Pint Bottles, Assorted Colors, Set of 12 • School Specialty $51.99 1 $51.99
Wards Stress Clay 20lb. Pail • Ward's Science $45.13 1 $45.13
9 Pack Build a Snowman Kit Snowman Crafts for Kids,Modeling Clay Snowman DIY Kit, Christmas Stocking Stuffers for Kids,Christmas Crafts Xmas Gift • Amazon Business $11.99 3 $35.97
Nasco Colored Pencils, Classpack of 250 • Nasco $32.12 1 $32.12
Crayola Silly Scents Dough 60pk x 1oz, Easter Day Gifts & Party Favors, Kids Toys for Party Favor Bags, Modeling Clay, Allergen-Friendly, Non-Toxic, Candy Creativity Alternative • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
LEOBRO Silicone Mat for Resin Molds, 3 PCS Silicone Mats for Epoxy Resin, UV Resin, Play Dough Mat, Clay Mat, Nonstick Silicone Sheets Pads for DIY Arts and Crafts, Pink & Purple & Blue, 15.7”x 11.7” • Amazon Business $7.99 3 $23.97
Surebonder© Cool Shot@trade; Mini Glue Gun • Nasco $7.88 3 $23.64
School Smart All Temperature Glue Stick Refills, 0.43 x 4 Inches, Clear, Pack of 20 • School Specialty $3.59 5 $17.95
JOYIN 36 Colors Washable Tempera Paint Sticks, Art Supplies, Paint for Kids, Quick Drying and No Mess Arts Project, Gifts for Kids and Artists Birthday Valentine Easter Gifts for Boys Girls • Amazon Business $17.08 1 $17.08
Roylco Paper Popz, Collage Circles, Set of 1500 • School Specialty $16.42 1 $16.42
Staedtler Fimo Soft Polymer Clay - 2 oz, Raspberry • Blick Art Materials $2.27 6 $13.62
Staedtler Fimo Soft Polymer Clay - 2 oz, Cherry Red • Blick Art Materials $2.27 6 $13.62
Staedtler Fimo Soft Polymer Clay - 2 oz, Lavender • Blick Art Materials $2.27 6 $13.62
Staedtler Fimo Soft Polymer Clay - 2 oz, Brilliant Blue • Blick Art Materials $2.27 6 $13.62
Staedtler Fimo Soft Polymer Clay - 2 oz, Sunflower • Blick Art Materials $2.27 6 $13.62
Crayola Air Dry Clay (5lbs), Teacher Supplies, Natural White Modeling Clay for Kids, Sculpting Material, Bulk Craft Supplies for Art Classrooms • Amazon Business $13.58 1 $13.58
Crayola Dough - Yellow (3lb), Bulk Modeling Dough for Kids, Clay Alternative, Resealable Tub, Ages 3+, Great for Kids Arts & Crafts • Amazon Business $12.98 1 $12.98
Ohtomber Bracelet String Elastic Cord - 2 Rolls 1MM Rainbow Stretchy String for Bracelet Making, Thread for Clay Beads, Jewelry, Necklaces, Sewing and Crafts • Amazon Business $6.29 2 $12.58
Crayola Dough - Purple (3lb), Bulk Modeling Dough for Kids, Clay Alternative, Resealable Tub, Ages 3+, Great for Kids Arts & Crafts • Amazon Business $12.52 1 $12.52
1000PCS Polymer Clay Beads Bracelet Making kit, 24 Style Cute Fun Beads Fruit Flower Animal Cake Butterfly Heart Beads Charms for Jewelry Necklace Earring Making DIY Accessories for Women Girls • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
Cra-Z-Art Sidewalk Chalk, Assorted Colors, Set of 32 - Teacher-Parent Resources - Adult - Durable • School Specialty $3.85 2 $7.70
KTOJOY 200 Pcs Colored Wooden Craft Sticks Wooden Popsicle Colored Craft Sticks 4.5 inch Length Treat Sticks Ice Pop Sticks for DIY Crafts,Home Art Projects, Classroom Art Supplies • Amazon Business $4.99 1 $4.99

Materials cost

$588.69

Vendor shipping charges

 $19.36

Sales tax

 $53.87

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.83

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$700.75

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$123.66

Total project goal

$824.41

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $824.41

1 Donor

-$50.00

Donations toward project cost

-$42.50

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$7.50

match offer

-$50.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$42.50

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$7.50

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 $724.41

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