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Ms. Mason from Paterson, NJ is requesting art supplies through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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We Learn Through Our Senses

Help me give my students a plethora of tactile experiences to enhance their learning environment and create a warm and welcoming classroom for all learners.

  • $328 goal

This project expired on October 17, 2025.

This project expired on October 17, 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

Neurodiverse children experience their world through their senses. By providing an outlet for their tactile needs negative behaviors are reduced and time on task is increased.

A child's need to touch should be recognized and embraced, not punished.

Children instinctively reach out to feel new things. For children with sensory differences, this need to touch is not easily suppressed. By creating appropriate places to indulge in the quest for tactile sensory input, needs are met without disrupting the rest of the class. Classrooms should meet the needs of every child. By creating safe sensory spaces, all children can feel welcome and comfortable in the class.

Ms. Mason Elementary School 2 Grades 3-5

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.

Paterson, NJ View local requests

More than half 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

Never Before Funded 24 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
4 Pack Plastic Art Trays 4 Colors Stackable Activity Crafts Classroom Sand Trays 13.4 x 9.8 Inch Sensory Paint Organizer for DIY Beads Kids Toys Jewelry Painting Projects Home School • Amazon Business $14.99 3 $44.97
HAPE World Landmark Sand Molds - Set of 5 • Kaplan Early Learning Company $19.76 2 $39.52
Trideer Yoga Ball Exercise Ball for Working Out, 5 Sizes Gym Ball, Birthing Ball for Pregnancy, Swiss Ball for Physical Therapy, Balance, Stability, Fitness, Office Ball Chair, Quick Pump Included • Amazon Business $28.99 1 $28.99
Hasbro Play-Doh Super Color Set - 20 Pack Modeling Compound, Assorted Colors, 3 oz. Cans of Modeling Dough, Sensory Play Dough, Kids Arts & Crafts, Classroom Art Supplies • Kaplan Early Learning Company $28.76 1 $28.76
MelonArt Kids Noise Cancelling Headphones Kid Ear Protection for Autism Sensory Shooting • Amazon Business $26.99 1 $26.99
Kinetic Sand, 12-Pack Castle Containers (Amazon Exclusive), Multi-Color Play Sand for Party Favors, Goodie Bags, Sensory Toys for Kids Ages 3 and up • Amazon Business $26.94 1 $26.94
Scientoy Fidget Toy Set, 35 Pcs Sensory Toy for ADD, OCD, Autistic Children, Adults, Anxiety Autism to Stress Relief and Anti Anxiety with Motion Timer, Perfect for Classroom Reward with Gift Box • Amazon Business $16.95 1 $16.95
80 Pcs Anxiety Sensory Stickers with Inspirational Quotes Calm Textured Strips Relief Mental Health Stickers School Office Adhesive Sensory Tape Anti Stress Toys for Adults Teens (Watercolor) • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
Galaxy Slime Kit 12 Pack, Mini Slime Christmas Party Favor for Kids Goodie Bag Stuffers, Smooth, Soft and Non Sticky, Stress & Anxiety Relief Colorful Slime Pack Toy for Girls Boys • Amazon Business $11.98 1 $11.98
JuneLsy Pencils Grips Pencils Grips for Kids Handwriting Posture Correction Training Writing AIDS for Kids Toddler Preschoolers Students Children Special Needs (12PCS) • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99

Materials cost

$245.08

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.68

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$278.76

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$49.19

Total project goal

$327.95

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