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Ms. Liberman from Chicago, IL is requesting lab equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Creating a Calm Learning Environment

Help me give my students supplies to create a calm learning environment that they will love!

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Liberman's classroom raised $229

This project is fully funded

My Project

I have worked very hard to create a strong classroom community! My second graders have shown so much love for the sensory items in my classroom as well as love for my fun nature decor.

Incorporating sensory elements can greatly enhance the classroom's calming effect.

Soft, tactile materials like plush pillows or textured wall coverings can create a soothing tactile experience. I have already included Aromatherapy diffusers with calming scents like eucalyptus which can be utilized to promote relaxation. I am looking to increase the Zen in my classroom by adding different types of lighting to create a more calming environment. I believe these floating candles (for my Harry Potter loving students) and lighting screens will help achieve a more inviting space for learning!

I have the honor of teaching students who are high achieving. These students are learning a a grade level above their own! They hold themselves to a high standard, as we all do and sometimes that can be a lot of pressure for little ones. I promote Social Emotional learning just as much as I do with academics! I know these items will help my students feel calm and confident when completing their work!

Ms. Liberman Decatur Classical School Grades PreK-2 Chicago, IL View local requests 28 students impacted 2donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Light Filters, Tranquil Blue, Set of 4 • School Specialty $38.99 2 $77.98
Boribim 20PCS Floating Candles with Magic Wand Remote, 6.6" Flameless Hanging Taper Candles, Flickering Warm Light LED Candles, Battery Operated Window Candle Decor for for Halloween, Christmas • Amazon Business $41.99 1 $41.99
Slow Rising Stress Ball Mini 24 Pack - Dough Ball Stretchy Toy Pack, Squishy Ball for Anxiety Stress Relief, Hand Therapy Sensory Toy, Pull Stretch Fidget Toy for Kids Adults, Classroom Prize Toy • Amazon Business $25.95 1 $25.95
Mr. Pen- Spiky Sensory Rings, 10 Pack, Pastel Colors, Stress Relief Fidget Sensory Toys, Fidget Rings, Fidget Ring for Anxiety, Stress Relief Rings, Massager for Fidget ADHD Autism • Amazon Business $7.98 1 $7.98

Materials cost

$153.90

Vendor shipping charges

$7.80

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$2.31

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$194.01

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$34.24

Total project goal

$228.25

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$228.25

2 Donors

-$228.25

Donations toward project cost

-$194.01

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$34.24

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$0.00

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