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Ms. Gamble from East Haven, CT is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Sensory Play and Strategy: Building Minds with Sand

Help me give my students kinetic sand and pokemon cards for student engagement and rewards.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Gamble's classroom raised $179

This project is fully funded

My Project

My students thrive when learning feels like play. By incorporating kinetic sand and Pokémon cards into our classroom, I aim to create a space that supports sensory development, strategic thinking, and positive social interaction.

Kinetic sand offers calming, hands-on experiences that are perfect for stress relief and fine motor skill development.

Meanwhile, Pokémon cards are not just fun—they foster critical thinking, math skills (counting HP/damage), and social-emotional learning through trading and playing respectfully.

These resources will support students who need breaks during the day, help improve focus, and provide a safe, fun way to build friendships and skills. Thank you for helping us make our classroom a more engaging, supportive space!

Ms. Gamble Deer Run Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

East Haven, CT View local requests

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

250 students impacted 2donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Kinetic Sand, 26-Piece Purple Play Sand Party Pack (Online Exclusive) for Party Favors, Goodie Bags and More, Sensory Toys for Kids Ages 3 and up • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
Kinetic Sand, 26-Piece Blue Play Sand Party Pack (Amazon Exclusive) for Party Favors, Goodie Bags and More, Sensory Toys for Kids Ages 3 and up • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
Kinetic Sand, 2.5lbs Blue Play Sand, Moldable Sensory Toys for Kids, Resealable Bag, for Ages 3 and up • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Kinetic Sand, 2.5lbs Purple Play Sand, Moldable Sensory Toys for Kids, Resealable Bag, for Ages 3 and up • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
Kinetic Sand, 2.5lbs Green Play Sand, Moldable Sensory Toys for Kids, Resealable Bag, for Ages 3 and up • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
Pokemon Center 110 Bulk Collectible Pokemon Cards Party Favors • Amazon Business $8.69 1 $8.69
Kinetic Sand, Castle Case with 1lb Teal Play Sand, Storage Container, Sensory Toys for Kids Ages 3 and up • Amazon Business $6.18 1 $6.18
Kinetic Sand, 2lbs Pink Play Sand, Moldable Sensory Toys for Kids, Resealable Bag, for Ages 3 and up • Amazon Business $6.18 1 $6.18
Kinetic Sand Mold n’ Flow with 1.5lbs Red & Teal Play Sand, 3 Tools, Sensory Toys for Kids Ages 3 and up • Amazon Business $6.14 1 $6.14

Materials cost

$120.14

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.80

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$151.94

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$26.81

Total project goal

$178.75

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $178.75

1 Donor

-$89.37

Donations toward project cost

-$75.97

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$13.40

match offer

-$89.38

Match offer toward project cost

-$75.97

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$13.41

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 $0.00

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