Help me give my students these sensory items to help them focus and feel good.
$358 goal
This project expired on August 23, 2025.
This project expired on August 23, 2025.
My Project
Sensory materials allow students to take charge of their learning and make the choices that work best for them. During independent work times they choose a location in the classroom that works for them. They my also pick a sensory bin to help them focus while working. Currently my students are choosing to work in a variety of locations in our room such as at different tables, sitting under tables with clip boards, or sitting or lying on the floor with a clip board. Making sure students are comfortable and focused is an essential component in motivating them. I have noticed amazing differences in my students when they are given sensory items. They are able to focus better. They almost always make good choices about where they sit, are more engaged, and get more work completed when they have a sensory item.
Nearly all students from low‑income households
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24 students impacted
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1
$70.00
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$49.47
1
$49.47
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1
$24.22
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$23.99
1
$23.99
KarberDark 95 Pcs Small Animal Toys, Assorted Mini Ocean, Zoo, Farm, Dinosaur, Insect, Dog and Horse Figure, Little Plastic Animals Figurine for Easter, Sensory Bin Stuffers, Birthday Gifts,Kid 3-5
• Amazon Business
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• Blick Art Materials
$19.37
1
$19.37
READY 2 LEARN Colored Sand - Red - 2.2 lbs - Play Sand for Kids - Perfect for Arts and Crafts, Sensory Bins, Wedding Decorations and Vase Filler
• Amazon Business
$8.89
1
$8.89
Materials cost
$241.91
Vendor shipping charges
$11.05
Sales tax
$17.05
3rd party payment processing fee
$3.63
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$303.64
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$53.58
Total project goal
$357.22
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