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Ms. Vazquez from Bayside NY is requesting reading nooks, desks & storage through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Sensory Break for Students With Autism.

Help me give my students with Autism, safe sensory materials to engage their minds and help them learn and grow!

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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

Students with autism often have unique sensory needs that can significantly impact their learning experiences. The inclusion of sensory materials in the classroom is essential to address these needs effectively. The specific items we are requesting, such as fidget toys, weighted blankets, and sensory bins, are carefully chosen to provide sensory input and support regulation for our students.

These sensory materials play a crucial role in enhancing our students' learning by promoting focus, reducing anxiety, and improving self-regulation skills.

For example, fidget toys can help channel excess energy and increase attention span during lessons, while weighted blankets can provide a sense of security and calmness. Sensory bins offer tactile stimulation and encourage exploration and imaginative play.

Our goals for this project extend beyond merely providing sensory materials. We aim to create an inclusive learning environment where every student feels understood, supported, and empowered to succeed. By addressing their sensory needs, we strive to promote engagement, independence, and confidence in our students with autism.

What makes our students truly special is their resilience, creativity, and unique ways of experiencing the world. Despite facing challenges, they demonstrate remarkable perseverance and a genuine thirst for knowledge. By embracing their individuality and providing tailored support, we can unlock their full potential and celebrate their diverse talents and abilities.

Ms. Vazquez
Grades PreK-2

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Lakeshore Rainbow Parachute for 10 Kids - 12' Diameter • Lakeshore Learning Materials $59.99 1 $59.99
Creativity for Kids Sensory Bin - Ice Cream Shop • Blick Art Materials $25.00 1 $25.00
Creativity for Kids Sensory Bin - Outer Space • Blick Art Materials $25.00 1 $25.00
Creativity for Kids Sensory Bin - Garden Critters • Blick Art Materials $20.00 1 $20.00
Iconikal Fidget Spinner Random Color Bulk Assortment Set, 24-Pack • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
edxeducation Transparent Letters and Numbers - Mini Jar - Colorful, Plastic Letters and Numbers - Light Box Accessory - Sensory Play - Practice Counting and Spelling • Amazon Business $12.31 1 $12.31
DoodleJamz JellyBoards — Squishy Drawing Pads Filled with Non-Toxic Sensory Gel – No-Mess Fidget Art – ASMR – Re-usable for Endless Artistic Creations (Pink on Blue Gel) • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
6 Pack 8.5 Inch Playground Balls with 1 Hand Pump and 6 Portable Ball Net Bags Inflatable Dodgeballs for Kids and Adults Kickball, Handball, Camps, Indoor & Outdoor Schoolyard Games • Amazon Business $1.00 1 $1.00

Materials cost

$173.28

Vendor shipping charges

 $3.00

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.60

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$208.88

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$36.86

Total project goal

$245.74

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $245.74

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 $245.74

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