My students need different seating options. We currently have some pillows, but they need better choices, such as stools or exercise balls. I am working on transforming our classroom into a more relaxing space.
I am currently a 3rd grade teacher at a title 1 school in Logan, Utah. I have the sweetest class and I look forward to going to work everyday! They are eager to learn and excited about school. I want to keep their enthusiasm and love for learning thriving throughout our time together! My students come from all different backgrounds and love learning from one another. Many of these students have been going to school together since kindergarten and it’s amazing to see their friendships grow.
My Project
My students are eager to learn but don’t love being crammed into a desk. I teach 3rd graders, a wonderful age where students are excited about school and are beginning to feel more independent and responsible for their learning. However, we currently have individual desks and it’s not the best option for our classroom community. My students love to have their own personal space, but also enjoy working with partners or teams. However, due to the limited amount of space in our classroom our desks tend to take up most of our useable space.
Research indicates that if a child has a comfy space where they can relax a little they are likely to be more engaged, happy, and focused on their work.
By providing seating such as pillows on a rug, exercise balls, or soft cushions students are able to choose the seating of their choice where they will be most comfortable and successful. I know, as an adult, I don’t enjoy sitting at a desk all day and do my best work where I feel comfortable. I currently have a student who prefers to stand at a counter in my classroom instead of sitting at his desk. By allowing this student to have that independence I have noticed a large increase in his focus and overall completion of his work. We would love to build a flexible seating arrangements in our classroom!
Trideer Inflated Stability Wobble Cushion with Pump, Extra Thick Core Balance Disc, Kids Wiggle Seat, Sensory Cushion for Elementary School Chair (Office & Home & Classroom) (34cm New Turkis)
• Amazon Business
$20.99
4
$83.96
Fat Catalog Assorted Color Metal Stack Stool with Padded Seat, ALT1100SO (Pack of 5)
• Amazon Business
$65.37
1
$65.37
Gaiam Kids Stay-N-Play Children's Balance Ball - Flexible School Chair, Active Classroom Desk Seating with Stay-Put Stability Legs, Includes Air Pump, Grey, 45cm
• Amazon Business
$15.98
4
$63.92
BLUETTEK Modern Simple Geometric Style Soft Linen Burlap Square Throw Pillow Covers, 18 x 18 Inches, Set of 4 (Green)
• Amazon Business
$21.99
1
$21.99
Materials cost
$235.24
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$3.53
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$268.77
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$47.43
Total project goal
$316.20
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$316.20
4 Donors
-$316.20
Donations toward project cost
-$268.77
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