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Ms. Hershon from Boynton Beach, FL is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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The Start of a New Chapter in Careers

Help me give my students the opportunity to reach their full potential with educational toys and supplies.

  • $1,266 goal

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My Project

I've discovered a calling to make a significant impact on the lives of children with severe special needs and educational limitations. I am now in a class designed exclusively for these extraordinary kids. However, I face a substantial challenge – no supplies or budget has been allocated for acquiring essential materials for the classroom.

I believe in the power of our community to come together and create positive change.

Students who are intellectually impaired can benefit from academic and age-appropriate resources in various ways. These resources can provide tailored support to meet the individualized learning needs of these students. For example, using simplified language, visual aids, and interactive materials, students with intellectual impairments can access age-appropriate content that is both engaging and comprehensible.

By providing these resources, students with intellectual impairments can participate more fully in the learning process, develop their cognitive abilities, and enhance their understanding of various subjects. We need an interactive alphabet wall chart, hand puppets and bath books.

Additionally, these resources help educators in creating differentiated lesson plans and activities that cater to the needs and abilities of students who are intellectually impaired. By incorporating such resources, educators can foster a positive and supportive learning environment that encourages the academic and personal growth of all students.

Ultimately, the goal is to empower students who are intellectually impaired with the necessary tools and materials to thrive academically, gain confidence in their abilities, and develop a lifelong love for learning.

Your support can play a pivotal role in providing these children with the resources they need to thrive. By contributing, you're investing in the potential and future of each child involved.

Let's join forces to make a lasting impact on these young lives. Your generosity will be the driving force behind this transformative endeavor. I am genuinely grateful for any support you can provide.

Ms. Hershon Rolling Green Elementary School Grades PreK-2

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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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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Boynton Beach, FL View local requests

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

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
MED PRIDE Unscented Baby Wipes Bulk [24 Packs x 80 Wipes=1920 Wipes Total]- Alcohol-Free Baby Wipes With Soothing Aloe Vera & Vitamin E- Extra Soft & Strong, Paraben-Free, Non-Irritating • Amazon Business $49.49 1 $49.49
8 Hand Puppets for Kids, Multicultural Puppets with Movable Mouth (8 Pack) Bulk Soft Plush Puppets, School Home Puppet Theater Shows Toys, Teachers Classroom Supplies • Amazon Business $44.99 1 $44.99
6Pcs Electronic Interactive Alphabet Wall Chart for Kids, ABC Learning for Toddlers,Learning Toys for Toddlers, Talking ABC,123s,Animal,Fruits,Vehicles & Vegetables Poster,Preschool Gifts for Kids • Amazon Business $44.99 1 $44.99
Baby Bath Books Mega Set (Pack of 13 Books) - Educational Waterproof Baby Bathtime Plastic Books for Bath Tub with Animals, Colors, Numbers and ABC Letters - Learning Toy Books for Babies and Toddlers • Amazon Business $44.54 1 $44.54
Preschool Learning Activities Book: Educational Toys for Toddlers 1-3, Toddler Learning Toys, Kids Books 3-5 - Ideal Learning Toys for 4 Year Old Boys & Girls • Amazon Business $34.99 1 $34.99
READY 2 LEARN Easy Grip Crayons - 6 Colors - 18m+ - Non-Toxic Toddler Crayons - Easy to Hold - Refills Available • Amazon Business $11.26 3 $33.78
Basic Medical Blue Nitrile Exam Gloves - Latex-Free & Powder-Free - NGPF-7003 (Case of 1,000), Large • Amazon Business $31.00 1 $31.00
Kids Cash Register with Card Scanner and Credit Card - Toddler Electronic Toy Pretend Play Grocery Supermarket Cashier Playset with Barcode Scanner-Grocery Play Cash Register Toy for 3 Years and More • Amazon Business $28.99 1 $28.99
BEST LEARNING INNO PAD Smart Fun Lessons - Educational Tablet Toy to Learn Alphabet, Numbers, Colors, Shapes, Animals, Transportation for Toddlers Ages 2 to 5 Years Old | Boy or Girl Birthday Gift • Amazon Business $28.68 1 $28.68
BEST LEARNING Mushroom Garden - Interactive Educational Light-Up Toddler Toys for 1 to 3 Years Old Infants & Toddlers - Colors, Numbers, Games & Music for Kids - Ideal Baby Toy Birthday Gift • Amazon Business $28.68 1 $28.68
Learning Resources New Sprouts Grow It! Toddler Gardening Set - 9 Pieces, Ages 2+ Toddler Learning Toys, Garden Toys for Kids, Spring and Easter Toys for Boys and Girls • Amazon Business $27.99 1 $27.99
100 PCS Cutting Play Food Toy for Kids Kitchen, Pretend Food Toys for Toddlers, Play Kitchen Toys Accessories with 2 Baskets, Fake Food/Fruit/Vegetable, Birthday Gifts for 2 3 4 5 Years Old Boys Girls • Amazon Business $27.99 1 $27.99
Learning Toys for Toddlers 1 2 3 Years Old, Montessori Counting, Matching, Sorting Fine Motor Games Farm Animals Finger Puppets Toys Sets with Truck Toy, Educational Baby Toy for 12-18 Months • Amazon Business $26.99 1 $26.99
Electric Pencil Sharpener Heavy Duty, 6 Holes, Auto Stop AFMAT Pencil Sharpeners for School, Classroom Electric Sharpener for 6-11mm Pencils, 7000 Sharpening Times, Pink • Amazon Business $26.99 1 $26.99
Electronic Interactive Learning Toys for Toddlers 1-3, Age 2-4, Learn ABCs, 123s, Animals, Colors, 1 2 3 Year Old Boys Girls Birthday Gift, Bilingual Musical Educational Baby Toys 6-12-18 Months • Amazon Business $26.99 1 $26.99
Hero Hand Puppets for Kids - Designed by Occupational Therapist, Doctor, Nurse, Firefighter + Police Officer, Interactive Educational Toy, Kids Heroes of Play, 12.5in x 11in • Amazon Business $26.90 1 $26.90
Fisher-Price Little People Toddler Learning Toy Caring for Animals Farm Electronic Playset with Smart Stages for Ages 1+ Years • Amazon Business $25.49 1 $25.49
Learning Resources Farmer’s Market Color Sorting Set - 30 Pieces Age 18+ Months Toddler Learning Toys, Sorting Toys for Kids, Play Food,Easter Basket Stuffers​ • Amazon Business $25.49 1 $25.49
Cmartlarge Color Sorting Play Food Set, 3+ Ages Pretend Food Play Toys for Toddlers,Learning Toys for Boys & Girls, Play Kitchen Accessories for Kids • Amazon Business $22.95 1 $22.95
6 Pack Wooden Peg Puzzles Set for Toddlers 3 4, Preschool Educational Pegged Knob Puzzle Toy Wooden Learning Toys for Baby Boys and Girls Age 3-4 • Amazon Business $21.99 1 $21.99
Palmatte 140PCS Mini Animal Erasers for Kids Bulk, Cute Desk Pets Kids Prizes Treasure Box Toys for Classroom Rewards Back to School Supplies, Random 3D Puzzle Erasers Kids Party Favors Goodie Bags • Amazon Business $21.99 1 $21.99
hand2mind Changing Seasons Sensory Tubes, Sensory Fidget Tubes, Learning Weather for Kids, Anxiety Calming Tools, Stress Relief Toys, Occupational Therapy Toys, Calm Down Corner Supplies (Set of 4) • Amazon Business $20.46 1 $20.46
YEEBAY Interactive Pop Up Animals Toy with Music, Animal Sound, Activity Toys for Ages 9-12 - 18 Months &1 Year Old Kids, Babies, Toddlers, Boys & Girls • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Fisher-Price Little People Toddler Playset Activity Vehicles Toy Set with 10 Toys for Preschool Pretend Play Ages 1+ Years (Amazon Exclusive) • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Creative Kids Blippi My First Science Kit: Kitchen Science Lab • Amazon Business $19.97 1 $19.97
Ticonderoga My First Short Triangular Wood-Cased Pencils, 2 HB Soft, With Erasers, Yellow, 4 Count • Amazon Business $4.99 4 $19.96
Learning Resources LER7735 Puzzle Globe 14-Piece 8" Diameter Multi • Amazon Business $19.59 1 $19.59
Coogam Numbers and Alphabets Flash Cards Set - ABC Wooden Letters and Numbers Animal Pattern Board Matching Puzzle Game Montessori Educational Learning Toys Gift for Preschool Kids Age 3 4 5 Years • Amazon Business $18.98 1 $18.98
Fun and Function Discovery Putty for Kids - Colored Therapy Putty for Kids w/Hidden Pieces - Sensory Toy Putty Pack - Kids Putty for Special Needs - at The Farm Stress Putty Set for Kids • Amazon Business $18.78 1 $18.78
Fun and Function Discovery Putty for Kids - Colored Therapy Putty for Kids w/Hidden School Tool Pieces - Sensory Toy Putty Pack - Kids Putty for Special Needs - School Tools Stress Putty Set for Kids • Amazon Business $18.38 1 $18.38
Fisher-Price Little People Toddler Toys Farm Animal Friends 8-Piece Figure Set for Pretend Play Ages 1+ Years • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Litand Soft Stacking Blocks for Baby Montessori Sensory Infant Bath Toys for Toddlers Babies 6 9 Month 1 2 Year Old • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Melissa & Doug Around the House Sound Puzzle - Wooden Peg Puzzle (8 pcs) - Chunky Puzzles, Wooden Puzzle With Knobs, Wooden Sound Puzzles For Toddlers Ages 2+ • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Fisher-Price Laugh & Learn Toddler Shape Sorting Toy Farm Animal Puzzle with Music & Sounds for Ages 1+ Years • Amazon Business $16.88 1 $16.88
Montessori Toys for 1 2 3 Year Old, Great Easter Gifts for Baby Girls, Carrot Harvest Game Wooden Toys & Easter Basket Stuffers for Babies, Easter Toys for Toddlers 1-3, Shape Sorting Matching Puzzle • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
Goody King Flower Garden Building Toys for Girls Boy - STEM Toy Learning Resources Gardening Pretend Toddlers playset - Educational Activity for Preschool Children Age 3 4 5 6 7 Year Old • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Fisher-Price Laugh & Learn Baby & Toddler Toy Magical Lights Fishbowl with Smart Stages Learning Content for Ages 6+ Months • Amazon Business $14.86 1 $14.86
hand2mind Colors and Shapes Sensory Pad, Fine Motor Skills Toys for 3 Year Old, Sensory Toys for Sensory Play, Occupational Therapy Toys, Calming Toys for Kids, Shape Sorting Toy, Calm Down Corner • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
F Is for Florida (Sunshine State ABC Primer) • Amazon Business $11.79 1 $11.79
Cocomelon Color Science Kit - 5 Kids Science Experiments of Mixing, Sorting and Counting - Color Chemistry Lab Set for Kids - Educational Learning STEM Science Kits • Amazon Business $11.29 1 $11.29
2 Pack Rainmaker Rain Stick Musical Instrument for Babies, Toddlers and Kids, 8 Inch Rainfall Rattle Tube Rainstick Shaker Toy • Amazon Business $9.98 1 $9.98
Good Night Florida (Good Night Our World) • Amazon Business $9.19 1 $9.19
Perfect Stix - Brown Bag 2-100 count, 2lb Brown Paper Bags - Brown Bags - 100 count (Pack of 1) • Amazon Business $9.03 1 $9.03
Welcome to Florida (Welcome To) • Amazon Business $9.02 1 $9.02
Cocomelon Kids Sensory Science Kit - 5 Experiments - Scented Dough, Textured Balls and Magnifier. • Amazon Business $8.69 1 $8.69
Fisher-Price Laugh & Learn Baby & Toddler Toy Stream & Learn Remote Pretend TV Control with Music & Lights for Ages 6+ Months • Amazon Business $5.94 1 $5.94

Materials cost

$1,030.60

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$15.46

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,076.06

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$189.89

Total project goal

$1,265.95

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $1,265.95

10 Donors

-$627.83

Donations toward project cost

-$542.41

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$85.42

match offer

-$627.82

Match offer toward project cost

-$533.65

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$94.17

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$10.30

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