Help me give my students the opportunity to enhance their learning experience by fostering sensory exploration, developing essential fine motor and cognitive skills, and promoting social and emotional development.
FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. LaDuke's classroom raised $262
This project is fully funded
Celebrating 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
The students in my kindergarten classroom are special because they are unique individuals with their own strengths, interests, and learning styles. They are also curious and eager to learn, bringing fresh perspectives and enthusiasm to the classroom. This project will integrate sensory materials into my kindergarten classroom through various methods, including creating dedicated sensory areas, incorporating them into daily routines, and providing opportunities for exploration and discovery. This will include the sensory table, tactile manipulatives, and sensory stations that engage the senses of touch, sight, hearing, and more. The primary goal of this sensory table project is to provide my students with opportunities for hands-on exploration and multi-sensory learning, stimulating various developmental areas. This includes fostering fine motor skills, cognitive development, social skills, and creativity through open-ended play.
These specific materials will be integrated throughout the school year and paired with the academic curriculum to better support the learning styles of my students.
Manipulatives, tools, and materials will be rotated to maintain engagement, promote learning, and prevent hygiene issues. Regularly rotating materials keeps children interested by offering new textures, sounds, and visual experiences, which can stimulate curiosity and exploration. It also allows for exploration of diverse materials and manipulation, encouraging the development of fine motor skills and cognitive abilities. By adding mirrors to this area of the classroom, it will enhance exploration by offering a visual perspective, sparking curiosity, and aiding self-awareness and emotional development. Students can observe their own reflections and facial expressions, fostering self-recognition and social-emotional growth.
Nearly all 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
Sensory-N-Stuff - Rainbow Rice Sensory Bin Filler, Sensory Table Filler for Developing Fine Motor Skills, All-Natural & Chemical-Free Colored Rice, 4 Cups of Reusable Sensory Rice
• Amazon Business
$21.99
2
$43.98
SLDIYWOW Shatterproof Full Length Wall Mirror Tiles, 8PCx12x12 Acrylic Full Body Mirror Tiles for Bedroom, Non Glass Safety Mirror Great for Baby Kids Playroom, Over The Door Mirror Stick on Closet
• Amazon Business
$32.99
1
$32.99
Kinetic Sand, 11lb (5kg) Natural Brown Bulk Play Sand for Arts and Crafts, Sandbox, Moldable Sensory Toys for Kids Ages 3 and up
• Amazon Business
$32.46
1
$32.46
KarberDark 95 Pcs Small Animal Toys, Assorted Mini Ocean, Zoo, Farm, Dinosaur, Insect, Dog and Horse Figure, Little Plastic Animals Figurine for Easter, Sensory Bin Stuffers, Birthday Gifts,Kid 3-5
• Amazon Business
$23.98
1
$23.98
Migargle Sensory Bin Tools, Montessori Toys for Toddlers, Waldorf Toys, Wooden Scoops and Tongs for Transfer Work and Fine Motor Learning
• Amazon Business
$16.86
1
$16.86
Liberty Imports ABC Alphabet Sand Mold Uppercase Letters Beach Toy Play Set with Digging Tools, Shovel, Sifter for Kids, Toddlers (Colors Vary)
• Amazon Business
$14.84
1
$14.84
Iberia Pinto Beans 4 lb.
• Amazon Business
$6.29
2
$12.58
Sumind 48 Pieces Plastic Insect Fake Bugs Assorted Insect Figure Toys Lifelike Butterfly Spiders for Education Insect Animal Themed Party Model Cognitive Toys Halloween
• Amazon Business
$11.99
1
$11.99
Materials cost
$189.68
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$2.85
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$222.53
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$39.27
Total project goal
$261.80
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$261.80
1 Donor
-$155.90
Donations toward project cost
-$132.52
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$23.38
match offer
-$105.89
Match offer toward project cost
-$90.01
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 Mrs. LaDuke and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.
