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Dr. Shaw from Pearland TX is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

Bibliotherapy for Social Emotional Understanding

Help me give my students more ways to understand their emotional needs. These two items help them understand how their body feels with different emotions.

  • 2 donors
  • $168 goal

Hooray! This project is fully funded

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My Project

We are dedicated to fostering the holistic development of teenagers through innovative educational initiatives. Our latest project focuses on empowering teenagers through social-emotional learning (SEL), a vital component of their well-being and success in today's complex world.

Social-emotional learning goes beyond academic achievements; it equips teenagers with essential skills to navigate life's challenges, understand their emotions, build healthy relationships, and cultivate resilience.

Through our SEL project, teenagers have the opportunity to explore diverse topics such as emotional intelligence, self-awareness, empathy, and coping strategies.

By engaging in reflective essay writing, teenagers delve into their emotional experiences, personal growth, and insights on SEL themes. They learn to articulate their thoughts, express their feelings, and embrace their unique identities. This process not only enhances their communication skills but also nurtures a deeper sense of self-awareness and empathy towards others.

Our project encourages teenagers to celebrate diversity, respect individual differences, and appreciate the rich tapestry of perspectives within our community. Through peer feedback and collaboration, they learn the value of constructive critique, active listening, and open-mindedness, fostering a culture of mutual support and understanding.

As we strive to empower teenagers through social-emotional learning, we invite you to support our efforts in making a meaningful impact on their lives. Your contribution to the plush toys, books, and cards will enable us to expand our SEL initiatives, provide resources for SEL-themed activities, and recognize the creativity and resilience of teenagers in expressing their voices through bibliotherapy.

Together, we can create a nurturing environment where teenagers thrive emotionally, socially, and academically, equipped with the skills and mindset to navigate life's complexities with confidence and compassion.

Thank you for considering our SEL project and for investing in the well-being and empowerment of teenagers in our community.

Dr. Shaw
Grades 6-8

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
8 Mini Emotion Plush Toys with A Little SPOT of Feelings Hardcover Book Box Set (fidget toy set - social emotional learning) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $45.00 1 $45.00
Cape - social emotional learning picture book (hardcover) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $22.00 1 $22.00
My Body Sends a Signal: Helping Kids Recognize Emotions and Express Feelings - Resilient Kids series (social emotional learning paperback) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $16.00 1 $16.00
UNO Play with Pride Card Game • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $13.00 1 $13.00
Silicone Bubble POP Fidget Toy • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $5.00 2 $10.00

Materials cost

$106.00

Vendor shipping charges

 $5.00

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$1.59

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$142.59

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$25.16

Total project goal

$167.75

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $167.75

2 Donors

-$167.75

Donations toward project cost

-$142.59

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$25.16

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 $0.00

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