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Mrs. Dobbs from Bakersfield, CA is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Sensory! Sensory! Sensory!

Help me give my students sensory toys to help them explore and use their imagination.

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Dobbs's classroom raised $329

This project is fully funded

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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

Children naturally use their senses to explore their environment. Sensory activities differ from other types of play as the emphasis on the senses amplifies the activity. This project and the materials in it (water beads, sensory sand, sensory toys, etc.) will have so many benefits.

1 Sensory experiences support cognitive development.

2. Sensory activities allow children to develop their knowledge.

3. Sensory-rich play is inclusive.

4. Play using the senses aids in developing and enhancing memory.

5. Sensory play encourages the development of fine and gross motor skills.

6. Problem-solving, exploration and creativity are all benefits of sensory activities.

7. Children who are agitated calm when doing sensory play.

8. Sensory play supports language development.

9. New and varied sensory experiences are fun.

10. Sensory activities assist children in learning differences and attributes.

11. Scientific thinking is supported through play with senses.

Mrs. Dobbs Leo B Hart Elementary School Grades PreK-2

Equity Focus

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

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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More than half 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

24 students impacted 2donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
ORWINE Squishies 28pcs Mochi Squishys Toys 2nd Generation Party Favors for Kids Birthday Gift for Girl Boy Glitter Mini Squishy Mochi Animal Squishies Stress Relief Toy Xmas Gift for Kid Adult, Random • Amazon Business $12.99 2 $25.98
Space Toys Outer Space Water Beads Sensory Bin - Planets Balls Toys, Preschool Creativity Toys Space Astronauts Toy for Autistic Children, WETONG Space Exploration Shuttle Toys for Up 6 Year Old Kids • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
Kinetic Sand, Online Exclusive 6lb Mega Mixin’ Bag with 2lbs Each of Red, Yellow and Blue Play Sand, Sensory Toys for Kids Ages 3 and up • Amazon Business $24.60 1 $24.60
SENSORY4U Water Beads Sensory Bin Therapy Kits - 4 Dew Drop Variety Pack Includes - Ocean Explorers, African Safari, Tractors Construction Zone, Mermaid Lagoon • Amazon Business $24.26 1 $24.26
Battat - Dalmatian Vet Kit - Interactive Vet Clinic and Cage Pretend Play for Kids (15 pieces) , Blue • Amazon Business $18.86 1 $18.86
Kinetic Sand, The Original Moldable Sensory Play Sand Toys for Kids, Green, 2 lb. Resealable Bag, Ages 3+ • Amazon Business $8.49 2 $16.98
Kinetic Sand, The Original Moldable Sensory Play Sand, Pink, 2 lb. Resealable Bag, Ages 3+ • Amazon Business $8.49 2 $16.98
Cute Penguin Characters Toys Penguin Figures Collection Playset Mini Cartoon Penguin Cake Topper Winter Penguin Figurines Cake Decoration for Boy Girl Gift Birthday Landscape Party Supplies(12 Pieces) • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Mukool Sand Molding Tools 42pcs Mold Activity Set Compatible with Any Molding Sand • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Kinetic Sand, Dig & Demolish Playset with 1lb and Toy Truck, Play Sand Sensory Toys for Kids Ages 3 and up • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
GIFTEXPRESS 36 Pcs Mini Assorted Ocean Sea Animals Figures, Realistic Sea Creatures Toy Figures, Under The Sea Life Figures, Educational Toy, Easter Egg Filler, Cupcake Topper, Aquarium Decorations • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Kinetic Sand, The Original Moldable Sensory Play Sand Toys for Kids, Blue, 2 lb. Resealable Bag, Ages 3+ • Amazon Business $8.49 1 $8.49
Kinetic Sand, The Original Moldable Sensory Play Sand Toys for Kids, Purple, 2 lb. Resealable Bag, Ages 3+ • Amazon Business $8.49 1 $8.49
Kinetic Sand, The Original Moldable Sensory Play Sand, Brown, 2 lb. Resealable Bag, Ages 3+ • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99

Materials cost

$225.58

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$20.64

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.38

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$279.60

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$49.34

Total project goal

$328.94

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$328.94

1 Donor

-$164.47

Donations toward project cost

-$139.80

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$24.67

match offer

-$164.47

Match offer toward project cost

-$139.80

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$24.67

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