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 Students
Teaching in a low-income/high poverty school district provides many challenges. The students in my classroom come from very diverse backgrounds but they have one thing in common...their thirst for learning in a nurturing and developmentally appropriate environment. They desire an environment that provides ample opportunities for active learning to take place while they are challenged and explore through the use of hands-on activities.
We provide rigorous instruction that enables our children to achieve academic excellence while building the social and emotional skills needed to become well-rounded individuals.
My goal is to offer my students experiences that they would not ordinarily be exposed to. I strive to provide them with hands-on materials that will inspire them to interact, investigate and explore. They love books, technology, and manipulating the environment through their senses. Together we make learning fun and successful.
My Project
This past year has been challenging for all. We are looking for ways to keep the children focused and engaged in their learning. I would love to add sensory materials to assist in making their learning successful. They have a hard time focusing when they have sensory needs that need to be met first.
To best meet the needs of all learners, sensory play is essential to help the students focus on academics skills, reduce challenging behaviors, while actively engaging in classroom instruction.
Having these different sensory toys will provide my students the tools to help them to get that energy out and feel calmer contributing to their mental health, sensory needs and academic success. Engaging in sensory exploration with these sensory materials will enhance my students' fine motor skills, math skills, language development, and social-emotional skills.
More than three‑quarters 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
Kipipol Rainbow Counting Bears for Toddlers w Matching Sorting Cups – Number & Color Recognition Game -90 Bears, 2 Tweezers, 11 Activity Cards, Backpack - Educational Toys for Pre-K & STEM Learning
• Amazon Business
Super Z Outlet Liquid Motion Bubbler for Sensory Play, Fidget Toy, Children Activity, Desk Top, Assorted Colors (4 Pack)
• Amazon Business
$17.99
5
$89.95
Fidget Toy-Fidget Pack-Sensory Toys-Push Pop Bubble Fidget Sensory Toy-Figit Toys-Popping Fidget Toy-Stress Toys-Autism Special Needs Stress Reliever Silicone Stress Reliever Toy-Push Pop Pop-5Pack
• Amazon Business
$16.62
2
$33.24
LEERUI Pop Rainbow Bubble Push Sensory Fidget Toy, Pop Educational School Game Crafts Gift, Silicone Stress Reliever, for Kids Teen(4P-Owl+Heart+Round+Octagon)
• Amazon Business
$9.99
2
$19.98
Play-Doh Slime: Super Stretch, and HydroGlitz 12 Color Variety Pack for Kids 3 Years and Up, 1.8-Ounce Cans, Non-Toxic, Assorted Colors, Includes 2 Tools
• Amazon Business
$9.17
2
$18.34
Hempz Triple Moisture Herbal Moisturizing Hand Sanitizer, 8.5 oz. - Scented Antibacterial Gel for Hands - Pump Bottle, Kills 99% of Germs, Grapefruit Fragranced Antiseptic with Skin Hydration
• Amazon Business
$12.76
1
$12.76
Materials cost
$830.67
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$12.46
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$873.13
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$154.08
Total project goal
$1,027.21
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$1,027.21
1 Donor
-$1,027.21
Donations toward project cost
-$873.13
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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As a teacher-founded nonprofit, we're trusted by thousands of teachers and supporters across the country. This classroom request for funding was created by Mrs. Smith and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.
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