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Ms. Hsu from Charlestown, MA is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Sensory Symphony: Illuminating Minds and Nurturing Creativity

Help me give my students on the autistic spectrum and language learners the tools they need for their first Mandarin class. We need sensory toys like contact paper, tissue paper, kinetic sand, and magnetic tiles for interactive learning.

  • $367 goal

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My Project

My preschool scholars, who are on the autistic spectrum and language learners, urgently require sensory toys to enrich their learning experience. As they embark on their first Mandarin language class at school, we find ourselves lacking the necessary supplies to meet their unique needs and engage them at an age-appropriate level.

In our Mandarin language sessions, we delve into the captivating worlds of numbers, animals, and their habitats.

Unfortunately, our current resources fall short in supporting our students adequately. The inclusion of contact paper and tissue paper is instrumental in facilitating creative activities focused on numbers and colors. These materials empower our learners to express themselves while developing essential skills. Additionally, we are in need of kinetic sand and magnetic tiles to enhance our lessons on animals and habitats, providing a hands-on and interactive approach to understanding these concepts.

Ms. Hsu Harvard - Kent Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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Charlestown, MA View local requests

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

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Con-Tact Brand Creative Clear Covering, Versatile and Self-Adhesive Shelf Liner, Ideal Privacy Film, Protective Clear Vinyl, 18'' x 50', Matte • Amazon Business $26.99 2 $53.98
Kinetic Sand, Folding Sand Box with 2lbs of Kinetic Sand, Includes Molds and Tools, Play Sand Sensory Toys for Kids Ages 3 and up • Amazon Business $37.60 1 $37.60
Magnetic Tiles Building Blocks - 113pcs Advanced Set - STEM Toys for 3+ Year Old Boys and Girls -Strongest Magnets - Includes 13 Piece Insert Alphabet Cards - Learning by Playing • Amazon Business $35.99 1 $35.99
Clear Contact Paper Roll for Books, 17.5 in x 20 ft Clear Self Adhesive Book Cover Paper Protector • Amazon Business $17.09 2 $34.18
FRUSE Play Sand for Toddlers, Magnetic Sand Toys with Farm Animal Figures and Tractor Truck Playset, Sandbox with Cover for Kids Age 3 to 9 • Amazon Business $30.99 1 $30.99
MAGNA-TILES Storage Bin & Interactive Play-Mat, The ORIGINAL Magnetic Building Brand • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
White crown LED Desk Lamp Dimmable Table Lamp Reading Lamp with USB Charging Port, 5 Lighting Modes, Sensitive Control, 30/60 Minutes Auto-Off Timer, Eye-Caring Office Lamp • Amazon Business $19.17 1 $19.17
Swingline Desktop Stapler 20 Sheet Capacity Black (44401) • Staples $8.98 2 $17.96
Hygloss Products Bleeding Tissue Paper Circles 1-Inch, 20 Colors, Arts & Crafts, DIY Projects, Scrapbooking, Greeting Cards, 2400 Pieces • Amazon Business $16.00 1 $16.00
Outuxed 4800pcs 1Inch Tissue Paper Squares, 30 Assorted Colors Precut Craft Paper, Tissue Paper Squares for Arts Craft DIY Scrapbooking Scrunch Art and Any Kid Art Projects • Amazon Business $6.49 1 $6.49

Materials cost

$277.35

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.16

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$311.51

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$54.97

Total project goal

$366.48

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $366.48

5 Donors

-$331.48

Donations toward project cost

-$281.76

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$49.72

match offer

-$35.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$29.75

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$5.25

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