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Mrs. Martino from Vineland, NJ is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Cozy Corner For Emotional Support

Help me give my students a comfortable space where they can go to calm down and learn about their feelings.

  • $432 goal

This project expired on July 8, 2024.

This project expired on July 8, 2024.

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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

My first grade students are sweet children who mostly come from low income families. They are eager to learn and love to explore. At times, they encounter situations in which they have overwhelming emotions. It is important that they have tools to help them learn about and deal with these feelings in a positive way.

Creating a Cozy Corner for students to access when they are in need of emotional support is a crucial aspect of fostering a safe and nurturing learning environment.

This calming space can serve as a sanctuary for students to retreat to when feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or distressed. By providing a comfortable and inviting area equipped with calming activities and resources such as sensory tools or comforting books, students can better regulate their emotions and find solace during challenging times.

When using the Cozy Corner, students will be able to utilize the safe space as needed without fear of judgment.

With your help, I can provide my students with strategies to promote emotional well-being and overall mental wellness. Thank you in advance for your kindness and support.

Mrs. Martino Gloria M Sabater Elementary School 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.

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More than three‑quarters 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

19 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Lakeshore Cozy Corner Canopy • Lakeshore Learning Materials $89.99 1 $89.99
Medium Kids Tent, Kids Playhouse with Banner, Light and Floor Piece, Tent for Kids Reading Nook, Play Tent, Easy to Assemble and Wash, Indoor and Outdoor, Boho Tent, 45x31x45 • Amazon Business $49.99 1 $49.99
Hand2Mind Pawz the Calming Pup • Kaplan Early Learning Company $26.96 1 $26.96
4E's Novelty 3 Pack Expandable Breathing Ball Sphere Toy - Expanding Stress Relief Breathing Ball Toys for Kids & Adults - for Anxiety, Yoga, Deep Breathing, ADHD - Neon Blue, Pink, & Green • Amazon Business $24.49 1 $24.49
hand2mind Luna the Calming Kitty Breathing Awareness Toy, White (95384) • Quill.com $18.53 1 $18.53
The Feelings Library: A children's picture book about feelings, emotions and compassion: Emotional Development, Identifying & Articulating Feelings, ... preschool ages 3 - 8) (Mindful MIA) • Amazon Business $17.64 1 $17.64
hand2mind Mindful Maze Boards, Learn Breathing Patterns, Mindfulness for Kids Anxiety Relief, Tactile Sensory Toys, Play Therapy Toys, Social Emotional Learning Activities, Calm Down Corner Supplies • Amazon Business $16.97 1 $16.97
ThinkPsych Brave Lion Talking Plush | Calming Emotional Support Stuffed Animal with 18 Recorded Messages | Calming Toys for Kids Ages 5-12 | Companion Doll | • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
I'm Not Happy: A Book About Feeling Sad (Our Emotions and Behavior) • Amazon Business $13.08 1 $13.08
The Impatient Dinosaur: (Children's Books About Emotions & Feelings, Kids Ages 3 5, Preschool, Kindergarten) (Kids Books about Feelings) • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
What should I do when I feel angry? • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
4 Pack Stress Ball for Kids and Adults Slow Rising Balls Sensory Fidget Toy Anxiety Stress Relief Squeezing Balls Calming Tool, Vent Mood and Improve Focus, Soft Squishy Ball Hand Grip Pressure Ball • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Big Mo's Toys Liquid Motion Spiral Timer Toy for Sensory Play - Relaxing Bubble Motion Autism ADHD Fidget Toy for Calming, Sensory Visual Relaxation Desk Toy, ONE Piece (Assorted) • Amazon Business $9.94 1 $9.94
Squishy Sensory Toys for Kids - Fidget Toy Sensory Tube Filled with Colorful Goo, Glitter, Calming Toys for Kids with Autism, ADHD - Christmas Goodie Bag Stuffers, Classroom Prizes, Stocking Stuffers • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99

Materials cost

$327.54

Vendor shipping charges

 $4.50

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.91

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$366.95

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$64.76

Total project goal

$431.71

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