Ava, 10 years old, NJ | 1 DAY WAITING |

Wish submitted by:

NJ DCFS - Essex County

Ava has a bright and outgoing personality. She enjoys making slime with her brothers and loves playing pretend with her dolls, creating an entire world that she can immerse herself in. Ava is easy to get along with and enjoys making friends wherever she goes. She also loves outdoor activities, such as coloring the sidewalk with chalk, flying kites, playing water games, swimming, catching lightning bugs, and playing softball. At home, she can engage in her imaginary games for hours. Ava receives support from the Department of Children and Families Services.

Ava would love to have a Unicorn Sensory Sand kit. This kit includes various accessories such as unicorn figures, castle molds, and glitter, which can spark her imagination and creativity as she builds her own magical worlds. Ava mentioned that she enjoys playing with sand because she and her brother would love to visit the beach someday. For now, they have fun with sand at their local playground. Engaging in sensory play can enhance her cognitive development by encouraging problem-solving, planning, and spatial awareness. Additionally, sensory play can be calming and therapeutic, which will help her to manage stress and her emotions.