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Ms. Gemza from Wisconsin Rapids, WI is requesting sports & exercise equipment through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Creating a Relaxing Retreat: Our Calming Corner

Help me give my students a revamp of our calming corner and SEL tools!

  • $650 goal

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My Project

During the school day, students can go through a roller coaster of emotions. From frantically excited to nervously anxious, it's easy to get overwhelmed and not know how to handle all the feelings.

Why let kiddos struggle with big emotions when we can give them a cozy escape hatch?

Behold: The Calm Down Corner! It's a magical spot where children can cool down when the world feels like a boiling pot of spaghetti. This special nook is like a warm hug that helps them feel safe and comfy, which is crucial for their emotional and mental health.

Ms. Gemza Howe Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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Wisconsin Rapids, WI 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

15 students impacted 1donor

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Abilitations Weighted Fuzzy Fin Turtle, 5 Pounds - Steel - Preschool-Early Childhood - Toddler • School Specialty $82.94 2 $165.88
Abilitations Weighted Dog Neck Pillow, 3 Pounds, Brown • School Specialty $46.64 2 $93.28
BARMY Weighted Lap Pad for Kids (24”x24”, 5lbs, 8 Colors) Weighted Lap Blanket with Removable, Washable Cover, Sensory Lap Pad for Child, Toddler, 100% Cotton Inner Weighted Blanket, Aqua Blue • Amazon Business $39.79 2 $79.58
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 $39.99 1 $39.99
hand2mind Filling My Jars Interactive Journal, Kids Gratitude Journal, Growth Mindset Activities, Positive Affirmations, Mindfulness, Social Emotional Learning, Calm Down Corner • Amazon Business $15.83 1 $15.83
Learning Resources S’Mores Break! Sensory Fidget Activity Set, 19 Pieces Ages 3+, Sensory Fidget Toys, Social Emotional Learning, Fidget Toys, Calming Toys,SEL Skills • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
hand2mind Colors and Shapes Sensory Pad, Fine Motor Skills Toys for 3 Year Old, Sensory Toys for Sensory Play, Occupational Therapy Toys, Calming Toys for Kids, Shape Sorting Toy, Calm Down Corner • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
Who's Feeling What? ,Social Emotional Learning Games, Communication Games for Kids, Emotion Toys, Feeling Toys for Kids, 49 Pieces, Age 3+ • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
Conversation Cards | Let's Mingle Kids Card Game | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy CBT | Mindfulness Activities | Social Emotional Learning | Critical Thinking | Counseling Questions | Growth Mindset • Amazon Business $11.95 1 $11.95
Learning Resources Feelings & Emotions Puzzle Cards, 48 Pieces, Ages 3+, Social Skills Toys, Speech Therapy Materials, Social Emotional Learning Toys and Games for Kids • Amazon Business $11.18 1 $11.18
HONLUNG Boho Rainbow Pillow Covers 18x18, Reading Corner Decor for Classroom Pillow Case, Home Bedroom Playroom Calming Corner Throw Pillow Covers • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Nogrit Counseling Office Must Haves Throw Pillow Cover, Calming Corner, Mental Health Pillow Decor for Home Kids,Mental Health Counselor Gifts, Calming Corner Pillows,Emotion Pillow Covers 18x18 • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
hand2mind Mindful Maze Garden Pack, Finger Labyrinth for Kids, Mindfulness for Kids, Sensory Play Therapy Toys, Calm Down Corner Supplies, Social Emotional Learning Activities (Set of 2) • Amazon Business $8.39 1 $8.39

Materials cost

$489.03

Vendor shipping charges

 $25.92

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.34

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$552.29

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$97.46

Total project goal

$649.75

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $649.75

1 Donor

-$649.75

Donations toward project cost

-$552.29

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$97.46

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