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The Jumbo Time Timer has been a wonderful visual tool to help my students better understand transitions and manage their time throughout the day.\r\n\r\nOne special moment that stands out was seeing a student who usually has trouble joining group activities come sit happily on a cushion, feeling secure and ready to participate. These resources have given my students the tools they need to regulate their emotions and take ownership of their learning.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we will continue to use these materials every day to build independence, focus, and a peaceful classroom community. 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I was able to use the new guitar myself to accompany the students, which helped them stay on pitch and feel more confident—even with the nerves of performing for all the families at our school for the very first time. The sound was clear and strong, and it made a huge difference in helping the students sing together with focus and joy.\r\n\r\nNow, we're preparing for two exciting events: a performance for our Board of Education and our end-of-year celebration for classmates and families. The guitar and amplifier are now key parts of our rehearsals, and the students are building musical confidence and teamwork with every practice.\r\n\r\nLooking ahead, we are working on gathering additional materials—our goal is to add microphones and speakers by the end of the school year to enhance our sound even more. Your support has been the spark behind this growth, and we are incredibly grateful that you chose to invest in our students and their voices. 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They've given me peace of mind and enabled a more organized flow in the classroom. Most importantly, the students now feel more comfortable and confident as they engage with their activities.\r\n\r\nThe visual schedule has been equally transformative. Many of my students benefit from having a clear, consistent structure to their day, and the visual schedule has made transitions smoother and more predictable for them. It has given the students a sense of control and independence, helping them better navigate daily routines and reduce anxiety. They are more engaged and better able to focus, knowing exactly what to expect next.\r\n\r\nThanks to your generous support, our classroom has become a more organized, safe, and effective learning space. Your donation has had a direct, positive impact on the way I teach and how my students learn. 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These materials cater to a wide range of sensory needs, helping students with various learning and developmental differences to process information and regulate their emotions. Whether it's a fidget toy for self-soothing or a textured item to encourage tactile exploration, each piece supports a specific need, allowing students to feel more in control of their environment.\r\n\r\nWith the sensory toys, we've been able to create a more inclusive, supportive, and stimulating classroom where all students feel comfortable expressing themselves and participating. These materials have enabled me to design lessons that are not only educational but also calming and sensory-rich, helping students stay grounded and engaged throughout the day.\r\n\r\nThe donation has truly improved the overall atmosphere of our classroom, fostering a space where students can thrive emotionally, socially, and academically. Thank you again, for your incredible support. Your generosity is making a real difference in the lives of my students, and we are deeply grateful.","fullyFundedDate":1733460065845,"projectUrl":"project/sensory-toys-for-special-education-class/8729377/","projectTitle":"Sensory Toys for Special Education Classroom Success","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Alicia","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9102421_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y386&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1759813641676","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9102421"},{"teacherId":9102421,"projectId":8675304,"letterContent":"The donation of art and craft materials has made a remarkable impact on your preschool classroom, fostering creativity and enhancing the overall learning environment for your 39 students. The variety of materials allows for endless opportunities for exploration, enabling the children to develop fine motor skills, problem-solving abilities, and spatial awareness. As young learners, hands-on activities are essential for engaging their curiosity, and the diverse supplies encourage them to think outside the box and express themselves in unique ways.\r\n\r\nSeeing the students' eyes light up with excitement as they engage in these creative projects is a testament to the transformative power of the donations. Not only are they able to experiment with different textures, colors, and shapes, but they also gain confidence in their abilities as they work through the creative process. The materials help them develop critical thinking and decision-making skills as they choose how to use the supplies and make decisions about their artwork.\r\n\r\nFurthermore, the collaborative nature of art and craft activities encourages teamwork, communication, and social skills. 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These resources have transformed our learning centers, making them the highlight of our day.\r\n\r\nWe've already started exploring the Create-A-Chain Reaction STEM Kit, and the students love designing their own chain reactions. Watching them collaborate, test their ideas, and cheer when their designs succeed has been incredible. The Goldilocks & the Three Bears Problem Solving STEM Kit has also been a favorite. The students enjoyed retelling the classic story and then tackling the engineering challenges to build sturdy chairs and bridges for the bears. It's been a wonderful way to blend storytelling with STEM learning.\r\n\r\nThese materials have sparked curiosity, creativity, and teamwork in our classroom. They've also encouraged my students to think critically and persevere through challenges—skills that will benefit them in so many areas of life. Thank you for giving my students these enriching learning opportunities. 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