Jane Fosheim from the Learning Lab received $2,208.75 for her idea, “Creating an Inclusive and Culturally Responsive Classroom for Students.”

Jane will purchase block people, puzzles, play food, Duplo Legos, and other manipulatives that will be shared among the three preschool classes that serve a variety of students at varying developmental levels. In the application, she wrote, “The puzzles depict real-life children and have bigger pieces for the younger learners to use or for children who are working on their fine motor skills. Students will use the play food to improve sorting skills, engage in problem-solving techniques, and build upon their language skills. The Duplo Legos will be used by my youngest students to work on hand-eye coordination while providing open-ended play. These materials will provide hands-on experiences that promote diversity, inclusiveness, and acceptance for all. This is important not only in the classroom, but in day-to-day experiences at home and in the community.”