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We've been able to buy some new articulation activities and themed materials for different holidays and activities. In addition, we've used the 'There was an old lady...' bookset almost every month so far along with companion materials we've downloaded! Therapy has been easier to plan and the students have enoyed working with a familiar book series and with tangible durable pictures.","fullyFundedDate":1755736627577,"projectUrl":"project/make-our-therapy-room-colorful/9578711/","projectTitle":"Make Our Therapy Room Colorful!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Lauren","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10170790_orig.png?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755628862115","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10170790"},{"teacherId":9279163,"projectId":9564256,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our TK students! Your kindness has brought so much excitement and joy to our classroom. Because of your contribution, our youngest learners now have new opportunities to practice essential social and physical skills through soccer play.\r\n\r\nWith your help, our students are learning how to wait patiently, take turns, and cheer one another on—all skills that build the foundation for strong friendships and positive classroom behavior. These moments on the field or playground become meaningful lessons in cooperation, self-control, and teamwork.\r\n\r\nThey are also developing important gross motor skills, improving balance, coordination, and confidence each time they hit the t-ball, pass, or take a shot at the goal. For many of my students, this is the first time they've had access to age-appropriate sports equipment, and seeing their pride as they accomplish new physical milestones has been incredible.\r\n\r\nYour generosity is making a real difference. You are helping our TK students grow not only as learners, but as teammates, problem-solvers, and joyful explorers. Thank you for believing in them and giving them the tools to succeed both inside and outside the classroom.","fullyFundedDate":1758718628068,"projectUrl":"project/early-education-is-where-athletic-potent/9564256/","projectTitle":"Early education is where athletic potential takes root.","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Trejo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9279163_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1731634170987","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9279163"},{"teacherId":6857412,"projectId":9528856,"letterContent":"The students know that after breakfast, they get to visit the classroom library before transitioning outside. It is amazing to see them rush to the library to find their new favorite books. Even for some students who were not very interested in books, the sensory books have been a hit because they provide that extra input when they touch the pages. \r\n\r\nThe best part is when they socialize with their peers, sharing what they see and laughing together. The books have provided some students with plenty of opportunities to request a turn, while others have had the chance to practice sharing.","fullyFundedDate":1755711111302,"projectUrl":"project/new-books-for-new-learners/9528856/","projectTitle":"New Books for New Learners!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Perez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-7_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/6857412"},{"teacherId":2577629,"projectId":9185464,"letterContent":"Thank you for dedicating time to reading my classroom project. I appreciate your donations that have provided materials for students to explore and manipulate on a daily basis. My students have enjoyed using color printed mats to express their feelings and exposure to academics! \r\n\r\nMy students are more engaged and motivated in our classroom activities. Whole group and small group activities have gone smoothly with the support of colorful materials that students are able to manipulate and use to communicate. It is exciting to see their excitement in learning and communicating their needs. Thank you!","fullyFundedDate":1747338435148,"projectUrl":"project/preschool-in-color/9185464/","projectTitle":"Preschool in Color","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Hurtado","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2577629_orig.jpg?crop=1:1,smart&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1575573211088","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/msjhernandez"},{"teacherId":3784467,"projectId":9605645,"letterContent":"Thank you for your generous donations towards our classroom project. Our students have been able to maximize their access to technology throughout our academic learning experiences in our class. Students have been able to have fully charged devices to use throughout the school day to assist in communication. They have a safe and variety of options to plug-in devices when charging is needed. \r\n\r\nStudents have been able to use their fully charge devices to collaborate with peers and continue building on their communication skills. Having fully charged devices available helps create opportunities for students to practice social skills and continue developing their communication skills. 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The diverse perspectives in these books have also sparked meaningful discussions about different ways people celebrate.\r\nOur reading time is dynamic and interactive. Students gather on our reading carpet for whole-group story time, where they eagerly participate in discussions and make predictions. During independent reading, they cozy up in our reading corner with these new additions to our library. We often use these books as springboards for writing activities – students have written their own gratitude lists inspired by Thanksgiving stories and created imaginative holiday tales.\r\nOne of my typically reserved students has especially connected with these books. He lights up during our reading circles and has started voluntarily sharing stories about his family's holiday traditions. Another student, who was struggling with reading confidence, found success with these accessible holiday narratives and now regularly asks to read aloud to the class. 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