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Ms. Yuri from Bridgeport, CT is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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A Safe Place for Preschool Students

Help me give my students the opportunity to learn how to regulate their emotions with a cozy corner in our classroom where children can feel safe, calm, and ready to learn.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Yuri's classroom raised $581

This project is fully funded

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This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.

My Project

This is an exciting project aimed at enhancing our classroom environment for my wonderful preschool students. Each day, I am inspired by their curiosity, creativity, and unique personalities. Many of them thrive when they have access to sensory support, which is why I am seeking your help to create a cozy corner that will serve as a safe and nurturing space for them.

My students are incredibly special.

They bring a diverse range of backgrounds and experiences, each contributing to our classroom community in their own unique way. They are eager to learn, explore, and express themselves, but some struggle with emotional regulation. This cozy corner will provide a space where they can calm down, recharge, and regain their focus, ultimately supporting their social-emotional development.

The items requesting, including pillows, a tent, a weighted butterfly and lap pad, will provide a comfortable place for students to relax and feel secure, promoting a sense of safety that is essential for emotional regulation.

In addition, these tools will help students channel their energy and frustrations, allowing them to self-soothe and refocus their attention during learning activities.

My primary goal is to create a space that nurtures emotional well-being and promotes self-regulation among my students. By providing a cozy corner, I aim to empower them to recognize when they need a break and encourage them to utilize this space to help manage their emotions. Ultimately, I want to foster resilience and a love for learning that lasts a lifetime.

Ms. Yuri Anna Baum Skane Center Grades PreK-2

Equity Focus

This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Bridgeport, CT View local requests

Nearly all students from low‑income households Data about students' economic need comes from the National Center for Education Statistics, via our partners at MDR Education. Learn more

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Lakeshore Calming Colors® Giant Pillow - Sea Blue • Lakeshore Learning Materials $99.50 1 $99.50
Kids Play Tent, Razee Large Playhouse Tent Indoor, Play House Kids Tent Castle Tent for Girls Boys, Play Cottage (Grey) • Amazon Business $59.99 1 $59.99
Lakeshore Weighted Washable Sensory Butterfly • Lakeshore Learning Materials $49.99 1 $49.99
BARMY Weighted Lap Pad for Kids (24”x24”, 5lbs, 7 Colors) Weighted Lap Blanket with Removable, Washable Cover, Sensory Lap Pad for Child, Teen, Dogs, 100% Cotton Inner Weighted Blanket • Amazon Business $38.79 1 $38.79
Set of 8 Kids Activity Plastic Trays - Toddler Arts and Crafts Sensory Tray - Rainbow Classroom Colors - Great for Lego - Sand - Crafts - Orbeez Water Beads - Painting - Montessori Tray - Art Tray • Amazon Business $36.99 1 $36.99
16 Sets Textured Sensory Tiles Sensory Mini Mats Educational Tactile Sensory Toys Assorted Texture Sensory Floor Tiles Textured Mat for Autism Learning Play Fidget Activity Game (Square) • Amazon Business $24.79 1 $24.79
hand2mind Changing Seasons Sensory Tubes, Sensory Fidget Tubes, Learning Weather for Kids, Anxiety Calming Tools, Stress Relief Toys, Occupational Therapy Toys, Calm Down Corner Supplies (Set of 4) • Amazon Business $20.99 1 $20.99
214 Pcs Fine Motor Toys Counting Sorting Sensory Bin Filler with 200 Fall Acrylic Leaves Pumpkin 2 Tweezers 12 Sorting Bowls Vase Filler for Fall Autumn Thanksgiving Decor Boys Girls Early Education • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
4E's Novelty Expandable Ball, Plastic Sensory Sphere for Kids and Adults • Amazon Business $19.59 1 $19.59
Learning Resources Sensory Trio Fidget Tubes, 3 Pieces, Ages 3+, fine Motor Skills, Sensory Toys for Toddlers,Children, Speech Therapy Materials, Fidget Toys, Sensory Tubes • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Lakeshore Sensory Sand Ice Cream Set • Lakeshore Learning Materials $14.99 1 $14.99
hand2mind My Feelings Rainbow Fidget Tube, Visual Sensory Toys, Play Therapy Toys, Comfort Items for Anxiety, Mindfulness for Kids, Social Emotional Learning Activities, Calm Down Corner Supplies • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Besnel Stress Balls Set, Squishy Stress Ball, 8 Pack Stress Relief Ball for Adults Anxiety Relief Balls Squeeze Ball • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
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 $9.99 1 $9.99
Squishy Fidget Sensory Tube Toys - Sensory Toys for Autistic Children Special Needs, Calming Down Coner Supplies for Autism Anxiety, Play Therapy Toys - Party Favors, Classroom Prizes Must Haves • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99

Materials cost

$448.56

Vendor shipping charges

$8.22

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.73

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$493.51

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$87.09

Total project goal

$580.60

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$580.60

7 Donors

-$516.48

Donations toward project cost

-$451.01

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$65.47

Matching donations from our partners

-$50.00

Match offers toward project cost

-$42.50

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$7.50

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$14.12

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$0.00

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