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Mrs. Lipka from Ocala FL is requesting classroom basics through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

Calming Resources for Lipka’s Learners

Help me give my students more options for sensory and fidget toys for calming resources and some supplies needed for daily use.

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My Project

I am in my 4th year teaching and as a teacher with a background in social work, I make it my daily duty to help my students learn how to manage their stressed or fidgety behavior. I have included some resources that I feel can be impactful for these students.

I have also added some classroom basics items to my wishlist that we need for use on a daily basis.

I hope you consider helping my class! They are such a great group of learners, eager to learn more and new things each day. Thank you!

Mrs. Lipka
Never Before Funded Grades PreK-2

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Scotch Thermal Laminating Pouches Letter Size 3 Mil 200/Pack (TP3854-200) • Staples $26.59 2 $53.18
Nasco Single-Sided Unlined Dry-Erase Board • Nasco $2.51 20 $50.20
X-ACTO Crayon Pro Electric Crayon Sharpener, Electric Sharpener with SafeStart Automatic Motor, Great for Home or Schools • Amazon Business $45.90 1 $45.90
Bostitch Impulse 30 Electric Stapler 30 Sheet Capacity Black (2210) • Staples $36.43 1 $36.43
Yogi Fidget Toy, Adult Fidget Spinners, Anxiety Relief, Perfect for ADHD, ADD, and Autism, Quiet Fidget Toys for Adults and Kids, Cool Gadgets, Five Ring Sizes, Easy to use Sensory Toys - 2 Pack • Amazon Business $27.99 1 $27.99
30 PCS Quiet Fidgets Toys,Multicolor Fidget Toys for Adults,Kids-Sensory Items for Relaxation,Autism,Decompression-Squeeze, Twist, Chain Spinner Alternative Gift • Amazon Business $22.08 1 $22.08
Dry-Erase Board Cleaner • Carolina Biological Supply Company $5.31 4 $21.24
Libima 72 Pieces Anxiety Sensory Stickers Anxiety Textured Stickers Fidget Stickers Mindfulness Sticker School Counselor Supplies Adult Sensory Items Anxiety Relief for Kids, 9 Styles (Classic Color) • Amazon Business $17.49 1 $17.49
Chuckle & Roar Sensory - 10pk Sensory Fidget Box - Tactile and Sensory Engagement Play - Preschool Friendly - Safe and Durable - Ages 3 and up • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Squishy Sensory Toys for Kids: Calm Down Sensory Toys for Autistic Children Toddlers Special Needs, Squeeze Stretch Anxiety Relief Autism Toys, Sensory Shapes Learning Toys Classroom Must Haves • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Dry Erase Eraser, CUTEFA 48 Pack Magnetic Whiteboard Dry Erasers, Mini Whiteboard Eraser, Dry Erase Board Erasers, White Board Erasers for Kids Classroom (2 x 2 x 0.79 Inch) (A-48PCS-Space) • Amazon Business $12.34 1 $12.34
Mesh and Marble Fidget Toy Set - 10 Pcs Marble Fidgets for Kids - Fidget Marble Mesh Fidget Toy - Marble Sensory Toy - Silent Fidget Toys for Anxiety • Amazon Business $9.97 1 $9.97
Power Your Fun Arggh Textured Mini Stress Balls for Kids and Adults- 3pk Squishy Soft Stress Ball Fidget Toys, Anxiety Stress Relief Therapy Quiet Sensory Squeeze Toy Squish Ball (Pink, Blue, Green) • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
hand2mind Ten Frame Sensory Bubble Poppers, Ten Frame for Math, Push Pop Fidget Toy, Fine Motor Skills Toys, Pop for Counting, Focus Tools for Kids, Quiet Fidgets for Classroom (Set of 6) • Amazon Business $6.83 1 $6.83

Materials cost

$339.62

Vendor shipping charges

 $14.97

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.09

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$389.68

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$68.77

Total project goal

$458.45

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $458.45

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 $458.45

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