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Ms. Bergquist from Henderson, NV is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Ms. Bergquist's classroom raised $752

First Grade Needs a Teddy Bear Hug!

Help me give my students stuffed Teddy Bears to encourage them to feel happy and secure.

This project is fully funded

My Project

I would love to provide my students with stuffed Teddy Bears for a calm down corner environment. This is where they can go to regulate their emotions and feel secure. Once they feel socially and emotionally ready, their learning improves and they are able to focus on classroom instruction.

The teddy bears will function as silent reading partners so that students can practice vital reading skills.

With the added Math Skills Games and Literature Magnetic

Match-Up Games my students will find fun and enjoyment in learning new skills.

I want to help my students be successful academically. Furthermore, I want them to feel happy and emotionally secure in my classroom.

Equity Focus

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Nearly all students from low‑income households

20 students impacted 3 donors
Ms. Bergquist Jim Thorpe 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.

Henderson, NV View local requests

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

20 students impacted 3donors

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
MorisMos Bulk Teddy Bear Stuffed Animals, 12 Packs Brown Teddy Bear Bulk, 14 inch Teddy Bear Baby Shower for Girls Boys Aged 3 4 5 6 7, Stuffed Animals Bulk Wholesale for Birthday Wedding Party • Amazon Business $65.99 2 $131.98
Lakeshore Double-Sided Magnetic Write & Wipe Mini Board - Set of 10 • Lakeshore Learning Materials $48.99 1 $48.99
8 Mini Emotion Plush Toys with A Little SPOT of Feelings Hardcover Book Box Set (fidget toy set - social emotional learning) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $45.00 1 $45.00
Lakeshore Draw and Print Write & Wipe Boards • Lakeshore Learning Materials $39.99 1 $39.99
Lakeshore Pop & Match Middle Sounds Game Box • Lakeshore Learning Materials $39.99 1 $39.99
Lakeshore Building Math Skills Write & Wipe Boards - K-Gr. 2 - Set of 30 • Lakeshore Learning Materials $39.99 1 $39.99
Lakeshore Magnetic Activity Board • Lakeshore Learning Materials $7.99 5 $39.95
Lakeshore Literature Magnetic Teaching Charts • Lakeshore Learning Materials $29.99 1 $29.99
Lakeshore Giant Magnetic Draw & Write Page • Lakeshore Learning Materials $29.99 1 $29.99
30 Pack Animal Pop Balls Party Favors for Kids,3D Pop Balls Its Fidget Toys,Birthday Gifts for Boys & Girls,Goodie Bag Stuffers,Pinata Stuffers Filler,Carnival Prizes,Treasure Box Toys,Kids Prizes • Amazon Business $26.99 1 $26.99
50 Pcs Fidget Toys Pack - Kids Stocking Stuffers Gifts for Kids, Party Favors Autism Autistic Children - Adults Stress Relief Sensory Toy - ADHD Toys Bulk for Classroom Treasure Box Prizes - Pop Its • Amazon Business $24.95 1 $24.95
Play-Doh Bulk Handout 42 Pack of 1-Ounce Modeling Compound, Party Favors, Perfect Holiday Gifts or Christmas Stocking Stuffers for Kids, Ages 2 and Up (Amazon Exclusive) • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Trend Enterprises - T83920 Pep Talk Stinky Stickers Variety Pack, 24 Designs, 8 Scents, Pack of 288, Multicolor (T-83920) • Amazon Business $14.69 1 $14.69
Mr. Sketch Chiseled Tip Marker Set, Assorted Scented Markers, Art Supplies Stocking Stuffer, Christmas Gift for Kids, Holiday Gifts, 22 Count • Amazon Business $14.01 1 $14.01
Fusion Select 48 Packs Color Candy Bracelet - Edible Candy Jewelry with Love Heart Charm - Sweet Treats for Kids Birthday, Party Favors, Pinata Filling, Nostalgic Vintage Candy for Retro-Themed Party - Individually Wrapped Fruit Flavor Snacks • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Bertiveny Rectangular Teacher Stamps for Grading Classroom,Parent Signature Teacher Self-Inking Set Stamps for Homework Teacher Supplies with 8 pcs • Amazon Business $12.79 1 $12.79
AerWo 50pcs Wooden Circles for Crafts, 3.5" Round Wood Discs Slices with Pre-drilled Holes, Unfinished Blank DIY Hanging Wooden Christmas Ornaments to Paint, Paintable Christmas Craft Kits for Kids • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
DECORA 1000pcs 7mm Wiggle Googly Eyes with Self-adhesive for Scrapbooking DIY Crafts Toy Accessories • Amazon Business $7.78 1 $7.78
Ring Pop Bulk holiday Candy Lollipop Variety Party Pack - 20 Count(Pack of 1) Lollipops Assorted Flavors - Candy For Birthdays, Party Favors, Stocking Stuffers, & holiday Gift Exchanges • Amazon Business $7.72 1 $7.72

Materials cost

$594.77

Vendor shipping charges

$5.00

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.92

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$638.69

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$112.71

Total project goal

$751.40

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$751.40

2 Donors

-$730.93

Donations toward project cost

-$621.29

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$109.64

match offer

-$20.47

Match offer toward project cost

-$17.40

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$3.07

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$0.00

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