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Ms. Garza from San Antonio, TX is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Counseling Essentials for Kids

Help me give my students the floor cushions, games, bean bag covers, and other tools we need to create a comfy space for them to speak about their feelings and problems with their peers!

  • $907 goal

This project expired on October 1, 2025.

This project expired on October 1, 2025.

Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

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

Imagine a classroom where every child feels seen, heard, and valued. By donating social-emotional games, books on diversity, bean bag chairs, and art supplies, you’re investing in more than just materials — you're helping children build empathy, confidence, and creativity. Social-emotional games teach kids how to navigate their feelings and relationships. Diverse books open young minds to different cultures and experiences, fostering inclusion and understanding. Comfortable bean bag chairs create a calming, welcoming space where students can read or regroup. Art supplies empower children to express themselves freely and develop critical thinking.

These tools are essential, not extras — especially for elementary-aged students, who are just beginning to shape their worldview.

Your support helps create safe, nurturing learning environments where every child can thrive emotionally, socially, and intellectually. Let’s give them the tools they need to grow into compassionate, curious, and resilient individuals. Together, we can make a lasting difference.

Ms. Garza Forester Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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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.

San Antonio, TX View local requests

More than half 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

750 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
15 Inch Round Floor Cushions for Kids and Toddlers, Flexible Seating for Classroom Furniture 3.5 Inch Thick Floor Pillow for Home, Daycare, Preschool, Yoga and Meditation (Elegant,12 Pcs) • Amazon Business $72.99 1 $72.99
Abilitations Henry the Weighted Husky, 3 Pounds • School Specialty $44.99 1 $44.99
Didax Social Skills Board Games - 6 Interactive Games for Building Confidence and Cooperation • Kaplan Early Learning Company $44.96 1 $44.96
Solobo Toys: EMOTIONS COIN DROP (calming corner resources; social emotional learning toy; sensory play) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $40.00 1 $40.00
Jade Active Bean Bag Filler, 10 LBS Premium Bean Bag Booster Shredded Memory Foam, Soft Stuffing for Dog Bed or Couch Cushion, Filling Even for Artwork • Amazon Business $39.17 1 $39.17
Sliner 2 Pcs Stuffed Animal Storage Bean Bag Chair Cover for Kids Adults (no Filler) Large Stuffable Zipper Beanbag Cover for Organizing Plush Toys or Memory Foam(Pink and Purple, Small) • Amazon Business $30.99 1 $30.99
Sliner 2 Pcs Stuffed Animal Storage Bean Bag Chair Cover for Kids Adults (no Filler) Large Stuffable Zipper Beanbag Cover for Organizing Plush Toys or Memory Foam(Pink and Green, Small) • Amazon Business $29.99 1 $29.99
Crayola Washable Broad Line Markers - Assorted Colors, Set of 64, Broadline, Window, and Gel Markers • Blick Art Materials $25.10 1 $25.10
Kasfalci Feelings Chart, Social Emotional Learning Activities,Autism Learning Materials, ADHD Tools,Behavior Management,Anger Management Toys,Calm Down Corner Supplies for Classroom Daycare & Home • Amazon Business $22.99 1 $22.99
USAOPOLY TAPPLE® Word Game | Fast-Paced Family Board Game | Choose a Category & Race Against The Timer to be The Last Player | Learning Game Great for All Ages (1 Pack) • Amazon Business $19.82 1 $19.82
Ohana Means Family (hardcover picture book) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $19.00 1 $19.00
RBHK Thermal Laminating Pouches, 200 Pack Laminating Sheets, 3 Mil, 8.9 x 11.4 Inches, for Use with Thermal Laminators, Letter Size Sheets • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99
Hasbro Gaming Don't Spill The Beans Game | Balancing Board Game for Boys & Girls | Kids Preschool Games | Easter Gifts for Girls & Boys | 2 Players | Ages 3+ • Amazon Business $17.88 1 $17.88
Hasbro Sorry! Board Game - Elementary-Middle School - Kids • School Specialty $17.69 1 $17.69
Learning Resources Big Feelings Nesting Fruit Friends Social-Emotional Learning Toy Set, Assorted Colors (LER6376) • Quill.com $17.00 1 $17.00
Junior Learning Social Skills Board Games, 4 Games, Ages 5-8, Empathy & Manners, Grade 1-2 • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Hasbro Gaming Guess Who? People & Pets Board Game Edition | The Original Guessing Game | Easter Gifts for Girls & Boys | Ages 6+ (Amazon Exclusive) • Amazon Business $16.39 1 $16.39
Mi Familia: A Mexican American Family (Spanish edition paperback) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $15.00 1 $15.00
GiftAmaz Social Emotional Learning Toys - Big Feelings Carrot Social Emotional Games for Kids - 26 Facial Expressions, 10 Educational Flashcard - Preschool Learning Activities Birthday for Kid 3-6 • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
80Pcs Party Favors for Kids 4-8, Kawaii Squishies Mochi Squishy Toy Bulk Fidget Sensory Toys Birthday Gifts for Boys Girls Goodie Bag Christmas Stocking Stuffers Treasure Box Classroom Prizes • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
VersaChalk Wet Erase Liquid Chalk Markers - Neon Colors, 5 mm, Set of 8, Bold Tip • Blick Art Materials $14.94 1 $14.94
Mr. Sketch Scented Marker Set - Assorted Colors, Set of 22 • Blick Art Materials $14.21 1 $14.21
Como Yo / Like Me SPANISH Edition (paperback) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $14.00 1 $14.00
Blick Essentials Tempera Paint Sticks - Set of 24 • Blick Art Materials $13.91 1 $13.91
Gentle Hands and Other Sing-Along Songs for Social-Emotional Learning • Amazon Business $13.50 1 $13.50
The Kids' Book of Diversity: Empathy, Kindness and Respect for Differences (The Kids' Books of Social Emotional Learning) • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
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
Hasbro Gaming Candy Land Kingdom of Sweet Adventures Board Game for Kids, Ages 3 & Up (Amazon Exclusive) • Amazon Business $12.75 1 $12.75
Scrabble Board Game, Classic Word Game for Kids Ages 8 and Up, Fun Family Game for 2-4 Players, The Classic Crossword Game • Amazon Business $11.59 1 $11.59
PENTEL OIL PASTELS 50 COUNT • Teachers' School Supply $10.40 1 $10.40
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 $9.79 1 $9.79
The I'M NOT SCARED Book • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
Crayola Colors of the World Markers - Set of 24 • Blick Art Materials $8.66 1 $8.66
Three Grumpy Trucks • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
Sharpie Permanent Marker Fine Tip Assorted 12/Pack (30075/30072) • Staples $7.99 1 $7.99
Play Doh Modeling Compound 10-Pack Case of Assorted Colors, Non-Toxic 2 oz. Cans, Halloween Toys & Party Favors, Preschool Toys for Kids, Ages 2+ (Amazon Exclusive) • Amazon Business $7.83 1 $7.83

Materials cost

$722.37

Vendor shipping charges

 $7.41

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$10.84

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$770.62

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$135.99

Total project goal

$906.61

Our team works hard to negotiate the best pricing and selections available.

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