Help me give my students weighted neck pillows, weighted stuffed animals, putty, and other supplies to focus on their work, perform their best, and be successful in the classroom.
FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Cook's classroom raised $969
This project is fully funded
My Students
My students are extremely hard working and all come from different walks of life. They all have one thing in common; they all find it hard to access their learning environment. There are a few of my students who are on the autism spectrum and have a lot of pent up energy that they don't know how to channel. This can result in verbal outbursts, refusal to do work, or even, on the rare occasion, physical aggression.
One of the best parts about my job is watching my students succeed!
It is the highlight of my day when you can see a concept finally click for a student or watch a student find themselves and begin to believe that they can do anything. When this happens, you get to watch them shoot for the stars!
My Project
Sensory input describes anything that can be perceived using your senses. That means that sensory input can perceived using the eyes, ears, nose, tongue, and skin. Many of my students will seek out these types of input by jumping, spinning, swinging, crashing, squishing and making other movements. That is why things like the weighted neck animals, putty, and the playable rainbow ball are needed for these students. They are able to manipulate these items to fit the sensory need that they have.
Some activities that are good for these students are squishing in big pillows andexperiencing deep pressure.
Things like the angry putty that will get harder to manipulate the more that you work with it is a great resource for these students. Another sensory need can at times be some type of candy. The candy will allow the students to chew and fulfill that urge to bite on items.
Other activities like bracelet making can help the students use their minds and participate in problem solving. The act of using more precise fine motor skills to make these bracelets can also activate a part of the brain that can help students remember things better. The bonus perk of this activity is that when the student is done with the project, they can practice some social skills by giving the bracelet away to a friend.
LakiKid Sensory Weighted Neck Pillow for Kids : Weighted Stuffed Animal Shoulder and Neck Wrap: Perfect Travel Buddy for Kids who Love Animals
• Amazon Business
$49.97
3
$149.91
Manimo Weighted Stuffed Animal for Kids - Lap Pad Sensory Tool - Perfect for Sensory Disorders for Home, Schools, Kindergartens, Daycares (Cat 4.4 lb)
• Amazon Business
$64.95
2
$129.90
Axolotl Weigted Plush - Realistic, 4 Pounds, 26 Inches Long, Cute Pink Axolotl Plushie Large Weighted Stuffed Animal Handmade Salamander Plush Toy Axolotl Lovers Christmas Birthday Gifts for Kids
• Amazon Business
$66.99
1
$66.99
Crazy Aaron's Angry Putty - Drama Queen - Putty That Fights Back - The More You Stretch The Stronger It Gets - Never Dries Out
• Amazon Business
$12.99
5
$64.95
962Pcs Friendship Bracelet String Kits with Storage Box, 110 Colors Embroidery Thread and 800 Beads,52Pcs Cross Stitch Tools-Labeled with Embroidery Thread Numbers for Bobbins,Great Production Gift.
• Amazon Business
$18.99
2
$37.98
Wajetor Fidget Slug Toy,Sensory Slug 3D, Flexible Decompression Slug for Relaxing, Friendly Articulated Slug Fidget Toy, Hand Sensory Toy for Adults ,7.5 Inch Rainbow (Purple Head)
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$18.99
2
$37.98
PLAYABLE ART Ball, Rainbow 20
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$31.99
1
$31.99
What Should Danny Do? School Day (The Power to Choose Series) (Power to Choose, 2)
• Amazon Business
$14.89
2
$29.78
Tootsies frooties assorted 5lb (2.27kg)
• Amazon Business
$27.90
1
$27.90
Friendship Bracelet Making Kit, Huge Value, Letter Beads, Crafts For Girls, 15 Multi-Color Embroidery Floss, A-Z Alphabet Beads, Knot Patterns, Colorful String, Bracelet Charms, Friendship Bracelets
• Amazon Business
$23.24
1
$23.24
Giant Stress Ball - Huge Squishy Anxiety Reliever - Super Soft 6 Inch Stress Ball
• Amazon Business
$22.99
1
$22.99
YIHONG 72 Pcs Kawaii Squishies, Mochi Squishy Toys for Kids Party Favors, Mini Stress Relief Toys for Christmas Party Favors, Classroom Prizes, Birthday Gift, Goodie Bag Stuffers
• Amazon Business
$19.98
1
$19.98
Skittles Original Candy 3 pound Bag
• Amazon Business
$18.99
1
$18.99
TeeTurtle | The Moody Reversible Octopus Plushie | Patented Design | Sensory Fidget Toy for Stress Relief | Red + Yellow with Glasses | Happy + Angry | Show Your Mood Without Saying a Word!
• Amazon Business
$15.00
1
$15.00
TeeTurtle | Reversible Octopus Plushie | Light Blue Snowflake + Gray Cloud | Happy + Angry | Show Your Mood Without Saying a Word!
• Amazon Business
$15.00
1
$15.00
TeeTurtle | The Original Reversible Turtle Plushie | Patented Design | Sensory Fidget Toy for Stress Relief | Kawaii Green | Happy + Worried | Show Your Mood Without Saying a Word!
• Amazon Business
$15.00
1
$15.00
TeeTurtle | The Original Reversible Triceratops Plushie | Patented Design | Purple + Blue | Happy + Sad | Show Your Mood Without Saying a Word!
• Amazon Business
$15.00
1
$15.00
What Should Danny Do? (The Power to Choose Series)
• Amazon Business
$14.69
1
$14.69
What Should Darla Do? Featuring the Power to Choose (The Power to Choose Series)
• Amazon Business
$13.29
1
$13.29
ArtCreativity Adjustable Friendship Bracelets - Pack of 144 Fabric Material Wristbands in Assorted Neon Colors - Fun Party Favor, Carnival Prize - Amazing Gift for kids, adults and pets
• Amazon Business
$12.97
1
$12.97
200 Pack Vending Machine Toy Capsules for Gum Ball Machines, Party Favors (1.1 in)
• Amazon Business
$11.99
1
$11.99
Colorful Assorted Plastic Glitter Toy Rings | Bag Of 144 Rings (Hearts, Bears, Stars, Hands & Flowers) | Use As Party Favors, Cake Toppers, In Goody Bags, Piñatas, Arts, Crafts & More
• Amazon Business
$5.99
1
$5.99
Materials cost
$781.51
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$11.72
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$823.23
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$145.28
Total project goal
$968.51
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$968.51
1 Donor
-$968.51
Donations toward project cost
-$823.23
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