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Ms. Mitchell from New Haven, CT is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Tools for Tiny Hands

Help me give my students Preschool students need these STEM, sensory, and fine motor materials because these tools support the critical early stages of development.

  • $649 goal

This project expired on November 13, 2025.

This project expired on November 13, 2025.

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Celebrate 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

My students are naturally curious, imaginative, and full of wonder. At this magical stage of development, they learn best through hands-on exploration, meaningful play, and joyful discovery. Every question they ask, every block they stack, and every shape they trace is part of building the foundation for lifelong learning.

To support their incredible potential, preschool classrooms thrive with access to STEM, sensory, and fine motor materials:

STEM materials spark creativity and critical thinking, helping children build, explore, and problem-solve in ways that prepare them for tomorrow’s challenges.

Sensory tools engage young learners in calming, meaningful experiences that support emotional regulation, language development, and cognitive growth.

Fine motor activities strengthen the small muscles in their hands and fingers, laying the groundwork for writing, self-care, and independence.

Ms. Mitchell Family Academy of Multilingual Exploration Grades PreK-2

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

Equity Focus

This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

New Haven, CT View local requests

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

Never Before Funded 17 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Easy-Stack Cardboard Blocks - Master Set • Lakeshore Learning Materials $49.99 2 $99.98
TOY Life 64 Pcs Magnetic Building Blocks for Toddlers Age 3-5 - Magnetic Blocks for Kids Ages 3-8 - Preschool Creative Stem Building Toys • Amazon Business $29.99 2 $59.98
Engineer-A-Coaster Activity Kit • Lakeshore Learning Materials $49.99 1 $49.99
Soft & Quiet Building Blocks • Lakeshore Learning Materials $49.99 1 $49.99
Meland Marble Run - 208Pcs Marble Maze Game Building Toy for Kids, Marble Track Race Set & STEM Learning Toy Gift for Boy Girl Age 4 5 6 7 8 9+(142 Pcs + 60 Glass + 5 Led Lighted Marbles) • Amazon Business $44.81 1 $44.81
Bristle Builders® - Master Set • Lakeshore Learning Materials $39.99 1 $39.99
Meland Marble Run - 132Pcs Marble Maze Game Building Toy for Kid, Marble Track Race Set & STEM Learning Toys for Boy Girl Age 3 4 5 6 7 8 9+ (102 Translucent Marbulous Pcs & 30 Glass Marbles) • Amazon Business $35.81 1 $35.81
Veatree 206Pcs 2.28" Magnetic Building Sticks Blocks Toys, Magnet Educational Toys STEM Toys for Kids and Adult, Building Toy 3D Puzzle with Storage Bag • Amazon Business $29.50 1 $29.50
Huaker 88 Piece Magnetic Balls and Rods Set,Magnetic Building Toys Colorful DIY STEM Building Blocks Sticks for Ages 3+ Year Old Children Boy Girl Educational Construction Toy • Amazon Business $27.99 1 $27.99
Honoson Magnet Wands for Kids Classroom Educational Learning Kits Rainbow Magnetic Wand Bulk 8 Inch Preschool Science Experiment Tools Learning Toys Bingo Games, 6 Colors (12 Pcs) • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
Pressman Toys - Bean Bag Toss • Teachers' School Supply $13.99 1 $13.99
Squishy Sensory Toys for Kids: Calm Down Sensory Toys for Autistic Children Toddlers Special Needs, Squeeze Stretch Anxiety Relief Autism Toys, Sensory Shapes Learning Toys Classroom Must Haves • Amazon Business $9.79 1 $9.79
Fidget Simple Fidget Pack, 35pcs Fidget Toys Set with Popping Fidget Sensory Toys for Kids and Adults Simple Fidget Stress Relief Kit Gift for Party Classroom Christmas Stocking • Amazon Business $9.01 1 $9.01
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 $8.98 1 $8.98

Materials cost

$499.80

Vendor shipping charges

 $13.54

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.50

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$550.84

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$97.21

Total project goal

$648.05

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