For students in general, but especially students with disabilities, a multi-sensory approach to teaching and functioning has positive effects on student learning. When students are allowed to experience their world while having access to sensory regulatory items, new avenues for learning can be discovered.
The items in the project will help students function and participate in their general education classroom and truly show what they know by having sensory items available to assist with self-regulation.
Kickbands for student chairs will allow students to move their bodies in a non-disruptive manner while alleviating the need for movement breaks outside of the classroom. Weighted backpacks will help students who require extra input to stay calm while moving around in their environment. Sensory bottles are very helpful in increasing focus and also acting as a timer for students needing to have a break from the demands of the classroom while remaining in their general education setting. Sand trays are also extremely beneficial in providing a multi-sensory approach to learning and retaining new information in a novel way that maintains student interest in non-preferred tasks.
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
Weighted Lap Pad for Kids | Calming & Comforting | Weighted Lap Animal | Weighted Teddy Bear | Sensory Weighted Animals | Weighted Lap Blanket for Sensory Disorder | Carrying Bag Included | 5 Lbs
• Amazon Business
$34.95
4
$139.80
Sherr 20 Pack Foldable Lightweight Backpack Travel Bag, Classic Backpacks Bag Assorted Colors Bags Bulk Backpacks Outdoor Travel Bag
• Amazon Business
$49.99
1
$49.99
24 Pack-Chair Bands for Kids with Fidgety Feet-Fidget Bands for Classroom Chairs&Desk，for Kids with Sensory Needs,Supplies for ADHD&ADD Autism Elementary School Students，TPE Material(0.5 mm Blue)
• Amazon Business
$23.99
2
$47.98
School Smart Washable School Glue, 1 Gallon Bottle, Clear
• School Specialty
$19.49
2
$38.98
Primary Concepts Letter Formation Sand Tray, 8 x 8 inches - Wood - Early Childhood-Elementary - Toddler
• School Specialty
$31.72
1
$31.72
Hoolerry 16 Pcs Empty Plastic Sensory Bottles with Lids Round Clear Plastic Water Bottles Reusable Sensory Bottles with Lids for Sensory Crafts Classroom Handmade Party Supply (Grey,13.5 Oz)
• Amazon Business
$25.99
1
$25.99
LEOBRO Glitter, Fine Glitter for Resin, Set of 32 Colors Glitter, Extra Fine Resin Glitter Powder, Craft Glitter for Epoxy Resin, Assorted Body Face Hair Glitter Bulk, Christmas Glitter Tumbler Crafts
• Amazon Business
$9.99
1
$9.99
Materials cost
$344.45
Vendor shipping charges
$7.07
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$5.17
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$386.69
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$68.24
Total project goal
$454.93
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$454.93
3 Donors
-$235.70
Donations toward project cost
-$203.35
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$32.35
match offer
-$215.69
Match offer toward project cost
-$183.34
Match offer 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 Ms. Florence and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.