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Ms. Clausen from Kalispell, MT is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Building My New Counseling Office!

Help me give my students a cozy counseling office with fidgets, comfortable seating for group work, and an assortment of books that cover important topics in age-appropriate ways!

  • $482 goal

This project expired on October 6, 2025.

This project expired on October 6, 2025.

My Project

I dream of a counseling office that feels cozy and inviting, where students can enter a safe space filled with seating options, books, and fidget tools to keep their hands and bodies busy and help them open up!

As a former Library Paraeducator, bibliotherapy will be a cornerstone of my counseling practice!

I want to curate a library of age-appropriate books to help address important topics for children to learn about, including conflict management, bullying prevention, and processing grief.

Your donations will help me bring this dream space to life for my students!

Ms. Clausen Cayuse Prairie Elementary School Grades 3-5

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.

Kalispell, MT View local requests

More than a third of 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

300 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
3 Book Set: GRIEF Bundle: One Wave at a Time, Still Mine, Saturdays Are for Stella (hardcover picture books, compassion social emotional learning) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $48.00 1 $48.00
Boao 6 Pcs 12 Inch Floor Cushions for Classroom Flexible Seating Round Floor Cushions Soft Colorful Seat Pillow Suit for Kindergarten Elementary Preschool Yoga Seats Chair Furniture Accessories • Amazon Business $44.99 1 $44.99
The Girl Who Never Made Mistakes - Hardcover Book • AKJ Education $13.13 2 $26.26
The Invisible String - social emotional learning picture book (paperback, ages 4-8; calming corner resources) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $12.00 2 $24.00
50 Pcs Fidget Toys Pack - Stocking Stuffers for Kids, Gifts for Kids, Party Favors - Adults Stress Relief Sensory Toy - ADHD Toys Bulk for Classroom Treasure Box Prizes - Pop Its • Amazon Business $23.95 1 $23.95
Good Things - social emotional learning, grief, love & loss (hardcover picture book, ages 4-8) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $22.00 1 $22.00
The Magical Yet (hardcover picture book) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $20.00 1 $20.00
Sensory Playtivity Squishy Sensory Discs, Set of 3 • School Specialty $18.37 1 $18.37
It Is Okay To Feel, Boho Classroom Decor, My Feelings, Classroom Poster, Educational Wall Art, Be Yourself, Playroom Wall Art Decor, School Counselor, Therapy Office Decor (8x10 INCH-Framed) • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Emotions Feelings Wheel Chart Poster Mental Health Tapestry Counselor Therapy Office Decor Cotton Linen Wall Hanging Scroll Poster Wall Art Home Decor Kids Behavior Chart Social Emotional Learning • Amazon Business $16.96 1 $16.96
My Body Sends a Signal: Helping Kids Recognize Emotions & Express Feelings - Resilient Kids (social emotional learning paperback; calming corner) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $16.00 1 $16.00
Wheel of Emotions Feelings Velvet Throw Pillow Covers Cozy Square Pillowcases Home Decor for Bed Couch Sofa Therapy Office Living Room Cushion Covers Counselor Physical Therapist Gifts 18"x18" • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Kindness is My Jam: A Kid's Story Book About Understanding, Empathy, and Compassion (Social Emotional Learning Toolbox - Therapists, Educators, and Parents) • Amazon Business $12.91 1 $12.91
It's Okay To Not Be Okay: A Rhyming Read Aloud Story for Children About Feelings of Sadness and Loneliness (Social Emotional Learning Toolbox - Therapists, Educators, and Parents) • Amazon Business $12.91 1 $12.91
YoYa Toys Gleameez Glitter Stress Ball Fidget Toy Pack | Colorful Squish Balls Filled with Sparkling Foil Glitters | Excellent for Stress Relief, Focus, Relaxation & Gift Giving | 3 Pack • Amazon Business $10.99 1 $10.99
Just Now I Feel Angry: A Kids Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Book about Anger and Frustration Feelings Awareness, Self-Management, Mindfulness and ... (Feeling Big Emotions Picture Books) • Amazon Business $10.39 1 $10.39
hand2mind Mindful Maze Garden Pack, Tactile Sensory Toys, Anxiety Relief Items, Occupational Therapy Toys, Calm Down Corner Supplies, Calming Corner Classroom, Social Emotional Learning Activities • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
5 Pack Spiky Fidget Toys, Squeeze Balls for Kids and Adults with ADHD and Autism, BPA/Phthalate/Latex-Free (5 Colors) • Amazon Business $9.98 1 $9.98
Kindness is my Superpower: A children's Book About Empathy, Kindness and Compassion (My Superpower Books) • Amazon Business $7.39 1 $7.39
Vanblue Fidget Toy 10Pcs Marble Mesh Sensory Marble and Mesh Fidget Stress Relieve Toy for Kids Adults ADHD Add Autism • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99

Materials cost

$372.06

Vendor shipping charges

$1.84

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.58

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$409.48

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$72.26

Total project goal

$481.74

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