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Mrs. G from Berthold ND is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

Sensory: Relax, Stimulate, Educate, Energize, or Calm.

Help me give my students a sensory/zen den. Specifically a sand/water bead table, sensory lights, and hand fidgets. I want them to have a place to let their imagination go wild, outside of the classroom!

  • $808 goal

This project expired on May 12, 2020.

This project expired on May 12, 2020.

My Students

We have some super hero kids that have amazing abilities, but we are lacking a Sensory/Zen Den for our little learners. We are a very rural school, and we have an amazing, small community. Being so rural, and small means teachers/staff know each and every kiddo from every grade! I want to create a place for our kids to have a moment of relaxation, and a place to let their minds wander outside of the classroom. I want them to have a place to go to unwind and relax. Whether that is playing with kinetic sand/water beads, or cuddling up in a cozy nook with low lighting. They are such hard workers in the classroom, but I would love to create a space so they can play/relax and not have any worries. I want students to be able to apply their senses in different areas. The nice thing about a sensory room is it enhances learning through play.

Do you ever wish you could be a kid again?

Sensory environments can be highly absorbing, providing a moment of comfort and calm for overactive and distressed individuals, and helping inactive individuals to feel more engaged, providing a clear focus.

My Project

The purpose of a Sensory/Zen Den is to help students engage in their senses, and not have to worry about home, school, sports, etc.

I think every school should have a Sensory/Zen Den.

There is no right way to use sand or water beads. It invites participation; it stretches the imagination; it provides a potentially soothing sensory experience; and it is an excellent avenue for children to learn physical, cognitive, and social skills. Really, who doesn't want to play in sand?

I think the other important factor is the lighting. You want the room to be inviting, yet calm. Sensory/Zen Dens are important because of the endless opportunities for sensory-based input, changes to alertness, and social interactions they can offer to a vast majority of students, regardless of the different needs of each person. I just want to say thank you for taking the time to read about my project!

Mrs. G
Never Before Funded Grades 3-5

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Sensory Lamp Gifts for Kids Women Men-3.9 ft Tall LED Bubble Tube with Remote Control, Night Mood Light Aquarium, for Kids Bedroom, Sensory Room, Living Room • Amazon Business $109.90 2 $219.80
ECR4Kids Assorted Colors Sand and Water Adjustable Activity Play Table Center with Lids, Square (4-Station) • Amazon Business $159.99 1 $159.99
NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC Play Sand - 12 LBS of Sand with Castle Molds (Blue) - A Kinetic Sensory Activity • Amazon Business $32.99 2 $65.98
bA1 Sensory Light Toy for Autism Kids - Calming Special Needs LED Night Light Projector - Sensory Room Item - Music + 8 Color Options • Amazon Business $29.99 2 $59.98
Mr.Go 6-inch RGB Color-changing LED GLOBE Orb Light w/Remote, Mood Lamp Kids Night Light, 16 Dimmable Colors & 4 Modes, Battery & AC Adapter Power, Home Bedroom Patio Pool Decorative Lighting • Amazon Business $25.99 2 $51.98
Impresa Products Spiky Sensory Balls (Pack of 5) - Squeezy and Bouncy Fidget Toys / Sensory Toys - BPA/Phthalate/Latex-Free • Amazon Business $11.99 2 $23.98
Kids Water Beads Sensory Toys: Reusable & Non Toxic Growing Jelly Balls - Educational & Therapy Toy - Safe for Toddlers - 20,000 Colorful Gel Beads • Amazon Business $7.95 2 $15.90
Super Z Outlet Liquid Motion Bubbler for Sensory Play, Fidget Toy, Children Activity, Desk Top, Assorted Colors (1 Piece) • Amazon Business $6.99 2 $13.98

Materials cost

$611.59

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$35.47

3rd party payment processing fee

$9.17

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$686.23

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$121.10

Total project goal

$807.33

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