Flexible seating allows students to take charge of their learning and make the choices that work best for them. During independent work times they choose a location in the classroom that works for them. Currently, my students are choosing to work in a variety of locations in our room such as at different tables or sitting or lying on the floor with clipboards.
Making sure students are comfortable is an essential component in motivating them to complete their STEM projects.
I have noticed amazing differences in my students when they are given a choice in their seating. They almost always make good choices about where they sit, are more engaged, and get more work completed than when they are just sitting at their desks. My students are noticeably more engaged in their work and less disruptive of their peers when they are given a choice of where to work.
The products that I have selected will help my students by giving them additional seating options to make more effective learning choices. They are lightweight and can be easily stacked away when not in use. I have seen how choice can positively affect my students' work and demeanor and hope that the additional options will help us grow even more! We also need a class pencil sharpener so students are ready to complete their work.
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
Gaiam Kids Balance Ball - Exercise Stability Yoga Ball, Kids Alternative Flexible Seating for Active Children in Home or Classroom (Satisfaction Guarantee), Blue, 45cm
• Amazon Business
$12.73
6
$76.38
X-ACTO® Powerhouse® Electric Pencil Sharpener, Black
• Amazon Business
$27.45
1
$27.45
Materials cost
$103.83
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$1.56
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$135.39
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$23.89
Total project goal
$159.28
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$159.28
2 Donors
-$159.28
Donations toward project cost
-$135.39
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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