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Thank you for making a difference in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1786579545989,"projectUrl":"project/clean-spaces-bright-futures/10329409/","projectTitle":"Clean Spaces, Bright Futures","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. H","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1977981_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1590704491877","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/andrea-handel"},{"teacherId":1977981,"projectId":10314794,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our preschool classroom! Your generosity will provide my students with hands-on materials that make learning fun, meaningful, and accessible. The instruments, sensory toys, puzzles, books, and pretend-play materials will help children build communication, fine motor, social-emotional, and independence skills through play. These resources will give my students opportunities to explore, create, practice new skills, and gain confidence. 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Thank you for helping create joyful outdoor experiences where my students can grow, build confidence, and discover that learning can happen anywhere!","fullyFundedDate":1781195401829,"projectUrl":"project/outdoor-play-big-learning/10191013/","projectTitle":"Outdoor Play, Big Learning","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. H","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1977981_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1590704491877","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/andrea-handel"},{"teacherId":1977981,"projectId":9623515,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our classroom! Your generosity will help us create a more organized, safe, and efficient learning environment. The storage bins and clear organizers will keep materials easy to find and help students become more independent. The charging blocks, cords, and hooks will keep our devices ready for learning while reducing clutter and improving safety. Your support helps us spend less time searching for supplies and more time teaching, learning, and helping our students thrive. We are truly grateful!","fullyFundedDate":1780626278499,"projectUrl":"project/powering-learning-through-organization-a/9623515/","projectTitle":"Powering Learning Through Organization and Fully Charged Devices","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. H","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1977981_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1590704491877","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/andrea-handel"},{"teacherId":1977981,"projectId":10429395,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our special needs preschool classroom!\r\n\r\nAs a special needs preschool teacher, I spend a great deal of time creating essential materials that help my students learn, communicate, and feel successful. From visual supports and visual schedules to behavior tools, adapted books, and hands-on math resources, these materials are an important part of our students' daily learning.\r\n\r\nMany of my students rely on colorful visual supports to better understand language, communicate their needs, and navigate their day with greater predictability and confidence. \r\n\r\nThank you for helping us provide the tools our students depend on each day. Your generosity makes it possible for us to create meaningful, accessible learning experiences and helps our students grow, learn, communicate, and thrive. We are truly grateful for your kindness and support!","fullyFundedDate":1785782376946,"projectUrl":"project/preschoolers-need-printer-ink/10429395/","projectTitle":"Preschoolers Need Printer Ink!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. H","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1977981_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1590704491877","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/andrea-handel"},{"teacherId":10439250,"projectId":10118385,"letterContent":"The materials provided through this DonorsChoose project have had a tremendous impact on my Pre-K classroom. These resources have helped transform our learning environment into a more engaging, hands-on space where children can learn through play and exploration. Students were especially excited to use the new kitchen accessories during dramatic play, which encouraged creativity, language development, social skills, and cooperative problem-solving as they worked together to create imaginative scenarios. The art supplies inspired students to express themselves by creating new artwork, strengthening fine motor skills and building confidence in their abilities. The marble run, fishing game, alphabet lock-and-key set, whiteboards, and sensory tools have provided meaningful opportunities for STEM learning, literacy development, and sensory exploration. These materials have enriched daily instruction and helped foster curiosity, independence, and a love of learning while giving my students access to the high-quality educational experiences they deserve.","fullyFundedDate":1776452389090,"projectUrl":"project/creative-minds-in-motion-art-play-for/10118385/","projectTitle":"Creative Minds in Motion: Art & Play for Our Classroom","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Kim","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10439250_orig.jpg?crop=1170,1170,x0,y54&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1771959833967","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10439250"},{"teacherId":10439250,"projectId":10181975,"letterContent":"The diverse books in this project had a meaningful impact on my preschool students by helping them develop both an appreciation for diversity and essential social-emotional skills. 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Your generosity will provide hands-on materials that help our children explore, create, and build important developmental skills every day.\r\n\r\nBecause of your support, our students will have opportunities to strengthen fine motor skills, practice early academic concepts, engage in sensory exploration, and express their creativity through meaningful play. These experiences help build confidence, independence, and a love of learning at an early age.\r\n\r\nWe truly appreciate your kindness and commitment to helping our young learners grow and succeed. Thank you for making a positive difference in our classroom!","fullyFundedDate":1778854280915,"projectUrl":"project/hands-on-learning-for-little-learners/10119099/","projectTitle":"Hands-On Learning for Little Learners","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. H","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1977981_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1590704491877","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/andrea-handel"},{"teacherId":1977981,"projectId":9994664,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for supporting our preschool special education classroom! Your generosity helps us create an organized, engaging, and effective learning environment for our students. The mechanical pencils will support daily data collection and IEP progress monitoring, the reusable tote bags will help us keep materials organized and accessible throughout the day, and the wall calendar will help us stay on top of important events and schedules. We truly appreciate your kindness and support for our classroom community!","fullyFundedDate":1778109788102,"projectUrl":"project/organized-tools-for-growing-minds/9994664/","projectTitle":"Organized Tools for Growing Minds","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. H","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp1977981_orig.jpg?width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1590704491877","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/andrea-handel"},{"teacherId":10439250,"projectId":10194395,"letterContent":"The insect/nature project on had a meaningful impact on my Pre-K students by transforming our classroom into a space of hands-on discovery and curiosity. With the materials we received, my students were able to closely observe insects and explore their life cycles, which made science come alive in a way that books alone cannot. I saw their excitement grow as they used magnifiers, asked questions, and shared their observations with one another, building both their language skills and confidence. while our outdoor explorations supported their focus and social skills through cooperative learning. 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Flexible seating options have been especially helpful, giving students the choice to sit, stand, or move while participating in activities, which supports regulation and focus throughout the day. We also use movement cards during structured group times, where students practice following simple directions and imitating actions such as jumping, clapping, stretching, or balancing. These activities directly support IEP goals for following directions, motor imitation, and body awareness in a fun and motivating way. Students are more engaged when learning is active and playful, and the combination of movement supports and clear visuals has helped them participate with greater independence and confidence. It has been exciting to see their growth as they build both physical skills and the ability to attend and respond to directions.","fullyFundedDate":1765767548661,"projectUrl":"project/movement-matters/9829901/","projectTitle":"Movement Matters!","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Blank","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10179518_orig.jpg?crop=1022,1022,x128,y119&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1755516998633","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10179518"},{"teacherId":10179518,"projectId":9937302,"letterContent":"We are using these resources during large group centers and play-based learning, with a strong focus on our pets study, which has been one of the most favorite units of the year. The pet toys and puppets have been especially meaningful, as they closely reflect real animals like cats, dogs, birds, and fish. 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