Unlocking Learning: Adapting Toys to Empower Every Learner
Help me give my students with multiple disabilities the opportunity to engage, learn, and play independently—unlocking new possibilities for growth and inclusion.
Our students with multiple disabilities are bright, curious, and eager to learn—but traditional toys and educational materials are often inaccessible to them. This project will provide the tools needed to adapt toys and learning resources, ensuring every child can engage in meaningful play and hands-on learning experiences.
With the help of soldering kits, adaptable toys, and specialized adaptation tools, we will modify off-the-shelf toys and educational materials to meet our students’ unique needs.
For example, a simple toy that requires fine motor skills can be adapted for switch access, allowing a child with limited mobility to activate it by pressing a button. These adaptations foster independence, promote motor skill development, and enhance communication while making learning fun and accessible.
Our goal is to break down barriers to participation by creating a classroom where every student—regardless of ability—can engage, explore, and thrive. With these resources, we will:
1. Adapt a variety of toys and learning materials to meet individual student needs.
2. Encourage independence and confidence through accessible play.
3. Empower our team to continue creating custom tools that evolve with our students' abilities.
What makes our students special is their resilience and eagerness to connect with the world around them. Despite the challenges they face, they approach learning with curiosity and joy. By providing adapted materials, we will offer them new opportunities to participate fully, fostering a sense of belonging and empowering them to reach their full potential.
Your support will make a profound difference by giving our students access to the tools they need to play, learn, and succeed—because every child deserves the opportunity to experience the joy of discovery.
More than a third 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
Soldering Iron Kit, 60W Soldering Iron Adjustable Temperature 25-in-1, 5 Solder Tips, Solder Wire, Desoldering Pump, Wire Cutter, Heatshrink Tubes Welding Kit for Electronics Repair Hobby 110V US Plug
• Amazon Business
$17.99
5
$89.95
Gazillion Bubbles, Hurricane Bubble Making Machine - Portable Bubble Maker - Instant Bubble Creation - Outdoor Toy for Kids - 4 oz. Bubble Solution Included - Ages 3+
• Amazon Business
$12.99
5
$64.95
Fancasee (10 Pack Replacement 3.5mm Female Jack to Bare Wire Open End TS 2 Pole Mono 1/8" 3.5mm Jack Plug Connector Audio Cable Repair
• Amazon Business
$12.49
5
$62.45
KOTTO Solder Smoke Absorber Remover Fume Extractor Smoke Prevention Absorber DIY Working Fan for Soldering Station (Yellow)
• Amazon Business
$39.00
1
$39.00
Fisher-Price Baby & Toddler Learning Toy DJ Bouncin’ Beats with Music Lights & Bouncing Action for Ages 9+ Months
• Amazon Business
$30.49
1
$30.49
MulWark 8pc Mini Screwdriver Set - Magnetic Torx Screwdrivers Repair Kit for Electronics, Jewelry, Eyeglasses, Xbox Controller, iMac, Watch Screwdriver - Compatible Small Screwdriver Set
• Amazon Business
Sewing Thread Kit 100 Color All Purpose Polyester Thread kit 250 Yards Each Spool for Quilting Embroidery Thread Kit Hand and Machine Sewing
• Amazon Business
$23.81
1
$23.81
Deburring Tool
• Blick Art Materials
$9.47
2
$18.94
Fisher-Price Little People Toddler Learning Toy World of Animals See ‘N Say with Music and Sounds for Ages 18+ Months
• Amazon Business
$12.99
1
$12.99
Premium Hand Sewing Needles for Sewing Repair, 30-Count Assorted Embroidery Needles with 2 Threaders, Large Eye Sharp Needle, Handsewing Needles Kit for Ccross Stitch
• Amazon Business
$3.99
2
$7.98
Materials cost
$407.76
Vendor shipping charges
$9.95
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$6.12
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$453.83
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$80.09
Total project goal
$533.92
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$533.92
4 Donors
-$434.68
Donations toward project cost
-$380.73
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$53.95
Matching donations from our partners
-$86.00
Match offers toward project cost
-$73.10
Match offers 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 Ms. Jacobson and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.
