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Mrs. Pendleton from Portsmouth, OH is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Cozy Corners: Creating a Comfy Dramatic Play Space

Help me give my students comfortable furniture for our dramatic play area in the classroom.

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Pendleton's classroom raised $1,186

This project is fully funded

My Project

Comfortable seating and furniture in a dramatic play center can have several benefits for preschool students. First, when children have access to cozy and inviting furniture, they are more likely to engage in play for longer periods. Comfortable seating allows them to settle in, fostering an environment where they can immerse themselves in their imaginative scenarios without discomfort.

Second, comfortable furniture encourages social interaction among peers.

When students feel relaxed, they are more likely to collaborate, share ideas, and communicate effectively during play. This enhances their social skills, as they learn to negotiate roles, express emotions, and work together to create stories.

Lastly, having comfy furniture can support physical development. Proper seating can promote good posture and reduce fatigue, allowing children to focus on their play rather than being distracted by discomfort. Overall, comfortable seating enhances the dramatic play experience, making it more enjoyable and beneficial for their development.

Mrs. Pendleton Portsmouth 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.

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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

18 students impacted 1donor

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Lakeshore Just Like Home® Comfy Couch for Classroom Reading and Relaxation Spaces • Lakeshore Learning Materials $399.00 1 $399.00
Kaplan Early Learning Modern Vinyl Chair - Brown • Kaplan Early Learning Company $251.96 1 $251.96
Lakeshore Stand-Up Magnetic Design Center • Lakeshore Learning Materials $189.00 1 $189.00
Lakeshore Cozy Corner Canopy - A Reading or Calming Corner for Classrooms • Lakeshore Learning Materials $89.99 1 $89.99

Materials cost

$929.95

Vendor shipping charges

$33.90

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$13.95

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$1,007.80

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$177.85

Total project goal

$1,185.65

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$1,185.65

1 Donor

-$1,185.65

Donations toward project cost

-$1,007.80

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$177.85

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$0.00

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