My students are the most amazing kids ever! They have such a thirst for knowledge, and hearts that are filled with kindness for the world around them. As students of an IB school, they are so excited to learn about different cultures and where they fit in.
They are motivated, creative, passionate, and filled with compassion and a love for learning.
And, of course, they are wiggly, jiggly, squiggly simply because they are five and six. These students seek to explore and explain, to do their best for themselves and others around them. I truly want to give them the world!
My Project
Thank you for considering my project!
I'm very excited about my first project through Donors Choose in hopes of providing a better classroom environment for my students.
Goal One: To provide my students with wobble cushions to help strengthen their core muscles and to make learning easier. The wobble cushions will be available for everyone to sit on while in their chairs and on the floor, as well as laying on top of them, all while working in the classroom. This gives them the ability to wiggle all about and to be comfortable. You might ask why I would want my already wiggly students to wiggle even more! Many studies have shown a direct correlation between better study skills and the absorption of the core classroom instruction, with the opportunity and ability to move as they learn.
Goal Two: To provide my students with more art and STEM opportunities during center time. Our afternoon centers are free-choice; however, they are lacking in options. I want to give my students a chance to build, create and express themselves in a variety of ways. I've selected Magna-Tiles, Gears Super Set, and Marble Run, all of which are STEM activities that will help the students build and create all while problem-solving how to use the construction materials and working together. They will be able to manipulate different kinds of materials to create mazes, buildings, and other imaginative projects. The fashion/superhero plates chosen will give my students access to more than just paper and crayons/markers. It allows them to think creatively and become designers, which will also blend into their writing projects.
My students are capable of so much, but we are currently lacking the materials needed to allow us to be as creative as we'd like to be.
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