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Mrs. Silva from San Diego, CA is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Wiggles to Focus: A Motor Lab for Success

Help me give my students a motor and sensory lab filled with tools like balance boards, scooter boards, a crash pad, and sensory floor tiles so they can regulate their bodies, build focus, and be ready to learn.

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Silva's classroom raised $733

This project is fully funded

My Project

Many of my students have unique sensory and motor needs that impact their ability to focus in the classroom. A dedicated motor/sensory lab will give them the opportunity to practice gross motor skills, receive calming or alerting sensory input, and learn self-regulation strategies. With resources such as a sensory peanut ball, crash pad, soft lighting, and exercise dice, students will have safe and engaging ways to meet their sensory needs throughout the school day.

When students feel regulated and in control of their bodies, they are more available for academic learning and social connections.

This space will be a vital support for students with special needs, helping them participate more fully in their classrooms and experience success both academically and socially.

Mrs. Silva Hardy Elementary School Grades 3-5

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.

San Diego, CA 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

50 students impacted 10donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Cheer Collection Crash Pad - Crash Pads for Kids Sensory with Washable Cover - Sensory Room Must Haves - Crash Mat • Amazon Business $139.98 1 $139.98
Emilux MOONSAY Large LED Fish Tube - 3.3FT Sensory Bubble Lamp with Moving Fish & 20 Color Remote for ADHA & Autism Children - Color Change Aquarium Lamp for Home Decor • Amazon Business $84.86 1 $84.86
Art3d Liquid Sensory Floor Activity Tiles, 11.8"x11.8" Square, Multicolor, 6 Tiles • Amazon Business $59.99 1 $59.99
Yes4All 350LBS Professional Wooden Balance Board for Leg Workout, Anti-Slip Rocker Board, Wobble Board for Standing Desk • Amazon Business $47.50 1 $47.50
Punching Bag for Kids Set 65" Large Three-Tier Design Stable, Inflatable Boxing Bag Set Toy with Boxing Gloves and Electric Air Pump, Kid Standing Bag for Boys Girls Age 3-15 Training Karate.. • Amazon Business $39.99 1 $39.99
Sensory Peanut Ball • Lakeshore Learning Materials $36.99 1 $36.99
Balance Board Kids, BAIGEWA Wobble Board 33 Inch, Wooden Wobble Balance Board for Toddler, Kids Toddler Open Ended Learning Toy, Indoors and Outdoors • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
Covelico Exercise Dice for Kids - Fun Indoor & Outdoor PE Equipment, Recess Toys & Gross Motor Toys for Active Toddlers and Kids in Preschool, Kindergarten, & Elementary School • Amazon Business $28.15 1 $28.15
Lakeshore Scooter Board - Blue • Lakeshore Learning Materials $27.99 1 $27.99
Juoe Stepping Stones for kids,Non-Slip Sensory Stepping Stones for Promoting Toddler's Balance Coordination Skills,Obstacle Courses Sensory Toys Outdoor or Indoor Play for Kids Age 3-8 • Amazon Business $23.99 1 $23.99
Schylling NeeDoh Crystal - Sensory Squeeze Toy - Shimmering Liquid Filling - 2.25" Wide - Color May Vary (Pack of 1) • Amazon Business $16.20 1 $16.20

Materials cost

$535.63

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$49.01

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.03

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$622.67

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$109.88

Total project goal

$732.55

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$732.55

8 Donors

-$474.22

Donations toward project cost

-$440.59

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$33.63

match offer

-$214.21

Match offer toward project cost

-$182.08

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$32.13

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$44.12

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$0.00

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