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Ms. Bruce from Bluffton, SC is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Comfort, Critical Thinking, and Critique

Help me give my students Lakeshore Flex-Space Premium Floor Seats. They need them for literature circles. Comfortable seating helps to keep them engaged in discussions. For a literature circle, comfort and flexibility are key.

  • $399 goal

This project expired on August 24, 2025.

This project expired on August 24, 2025.

My Project

Comfort is key in literature circles because it creates an environment where students feel relaxed, open, and ready to engage in meaningful conversation. When students are physically at ease—whether seated in soft chairs, cushioned on the floor, nestled into cozy nooks, working on the requested lapboards, or behind the requested desk dividers—they're more likely to focus on the discussion rather than distractions like discomfort or fidgeting. A comfortable setting fosters a sense of safety and inclusion, encouraging everyone to share their thoughts freely, listen actively, and dive deeper into the text. In essence, comfort isn’t just about furniture—it’s about setting the tone for thoughtful, collaborative learning.

Ms. Bruce Red Cedar Elementary School Grades 3-5

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

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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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

Never Before Funded 25 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Lakeshore Flex-Space Premium Floor Seat - Blue • Lakeshore Learning Materials $79.99 2 $159.98
MasterVision Dry Erase Double-Sided Lap Boards -8-1/4" x 11-7/10", Package of 30 • Blick Art Materials $68.66 1 $68.66
20 Pack Plastic Desk Dividers for Students with Clips - Opaque White Waterproof Durable Plastic Privacy Shield Divider, Classroom Folders Teacher Supplies, Study Carrel Boards for Student Desks • Amazon Business $38.97 1 $38.97

Materials cost

$267.61

Vendor shipping charges

 $17.95

Sales tax

 $18.87

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.01

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$338.44

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$59.72

Total project goal

$398.16

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