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Mrs. Gessner from Philadelphia, PA is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Sensory Tools & Prize Box Incentives

Help me give my students prizes as a positive incentive in the classroom!

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Mrs. Gessner John B Kelly Elementary School
Philadelphia, PA Grades 3-5

My Project

My 3rd grade students work incredibly hard in the classroom every day. My students earn dojo points daily for demonstrating positive behaviors, classroom jobs, and meeting personal goals. Students can use their dojo points for incentives in the classroom. Sensory tools, fidgets, and small prize-box rewards help my students stay regulated, focused, and excited about learning. Many of my students need sensory supports to manage anxiety, attention, or emotional needs throughout the day. Your donation ensures all students have access to tools that help them succeed and feel proud of their hard work. Thank you for your support!

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Nearly all students from low‑income households

25 students impacted
Mrs. Gessner John B Kelly Elementary School Grades 3-5

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This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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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

25 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
4E's Novelty 24 Pack Fast Food Squishy Toys for Kids Bulk Slow Rising Individually Wrapped Small 1.5-2.25" Squishies, Easter Egg Filler Stuffers Gift Birthday Party Favor • Amazon Business $17.99 2 $35.98
NeeDoh Nice Berg Fidget • Blick Art Materials $16.99 2 $33.98
Slow Rising Stress Ball 24 Pack, Stretchy Fidget Ball for Anxiety Stress Relief, Hand Therapy Sensory Squishy Ball, Pull Stretch Fidget Toy for Students, Classroom Prize Box Toys • Amazon Business $32.25 1 $32.25
SCIONE 24 Pcs Tie Dye Fidget Spinners, Sensory Toys for Kids, Flower Simple Dimple Hand Spinners, Stress Relief Bulk Fidget Packs, Goodie Bag Fillers, Classroom Prizes, Birthday Party Favors • Amazon Business $24.98 1 $24.98
24 Pack Slow Rising Stress Cube , Dough Stress Balls Soft Fidget Squishy Toys for Anxiety Relief, Pull Stretch Classroom Prize Party Favors Toys for Kids • Amazon Business $23.99 1 $23.99
NERDS Gummy Clusters, Candy Treat Packs, Rainbow, Crunchy and Gummy, 30 oz (60 ct) • Amazon Business $20.89 1 $20.89
Raymond Geddes Incentive Number 2 Pencils For Kids (Pack of 144) • Amazon Business $20.32 1 $20.32
Roowest 120 Pcs Motivational Wristbands Bulk for Student Inspirational Rubber Bands Stretch Affirmation Silicone Bracelet Graduation Class Prizes Teacher Gifts for Kids(Dark Color) • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
100 Pack Mochi Squishy Toys, Party Favors for Kids 4-8-12,Birthday Gifts Treasure Box Classroom Prizes Goodie Bag Stuffers, Mini Squishy Fidget Toys, Carnival Prizes in Bulk • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Assorted Candy Variety Pack - Individually Wrapped Party Candy Assortment - Candy For Every Occasion! (32 Ounces) • Amazon Business $19.95 1 $19.95
Airheads Full-Size Candy Bars, Taffy Candy Bulk Variety Pack, Individually Wrapped, Six Assorted Fruit Flavors Artificially Flavored, 60 Count Box • Amazon Business $9.84 2 $19.68
18 Pcs Cute Erasers for Kids, Cute Jelly Pencil Erasers Bulk, Dinosaur Fruit Cherry Blossoms Ball Colorful Erasers for Classroom Prizes, Gifts Supplies, Back to School Party Favors • Amazon Business $8.95 2 $17.90
80Pcs Party Favors for Kids 4-8, Kawaii Squishies Mochi Squishy Toy Bulk Fidget Sensory Toys Birthday Gifts for Boys Girls, Easter Basket Stuffers Egg Fillers Treasure Box Classroom Prizes Goodie Bag • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
72Pack Pop Tubes, Fidget Sensory Toys Party Favors for Kids 4-8 8-12 Anxiety Stress Relief Toys Treasure Box Prizes Goodie Bag Stocking Stuffers Birthday for Toddlers Boys Girls • Amazon Business $14.24 1 $14.24
PGPBW 30 Squishy Pens for Kids, Cute Fun Stress Relief Bobblehead Pen, Party Favors, Birthday Gifts for Boys & Girls, Classroom Prizes • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
Charms Blow Pop Lollipops - Individually Wrapped Dual Candy and Gum Suckers - Peanut Free, Gluten Free - Bulk Treat for Kids and Adults - Assorted Flavors, 100 Count (4 lb 1 oz.) • Amazon Business $13.97 1 $13.97
32 PCS Mini Fidget Spinners Soccer Ball Toys for Kids, Soccer Party Favors Goodie Bag Stuffers, Rotatable Soccer Finger Stress Balls for Classroom Prizes • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Stickers for Water Bottles, 300 Pcs/Pack Cute Vinyl Waterproof Laptop Sticker for School Students Gifts Supplies Classroom Teachers Prizes Stocking Stuffers Stickers for Kids Girls Teens • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
LovesTown 60 Pcs Mini Erasers for Kids Bulk - 1 Inch Emoticon Face Round Erasers - Fun Classroom Rewards, Treasure Box Prizes, Goodie Bag Stuffers & Party Favors • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99
Zddaoole 45 Pcs Pencil Topper Decorations,Different Cute Pencil Clips,Lovely Pencil Accessories,Bulk Pen Toppers Charm for Kids Students School Gifts,Prize,Reward • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99

Materials cost

$381.05

Vendor shipping charges

 $9.95

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.72

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$426.72

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$75.30

Total project goal

$502.02

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $502.02

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 $502.02

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