The 90 fifth grade students on my middle school team come to school every day enthusiastic and eager to learn. They love their school and their teachers, but stress and their inability to manage it independently is impacting their overall happiness and time dedicated to learning.
Mindfulness practices are a life-long gift for students.
These skills will not only assist my students in self-regulating emotions, managing stress, and increasing productivity now, but provide them with the tools to manage more complex adult lives down the road.
Over the past 2 years I have incorporated mindfulness practices in class, as research has demonstrated its emotional, social, academic, and physical health benefits. Each class begins with a short meditation or some other age-appropriate mindful exercise. The practice has been enthusiastically received by my students. My classroom is much calmer and more time is dedicated to learning. In order to help students independently use the practices we are "building" a Mindfulness Corner. donorschoose.org has generously funded the furniture for the corner, now we would like to have some finishing touches -- small supplies that make the space more appealing and functional.
My Project
The materials requested for this project will add the finishing touches to our mindfulness space. Right now we have the structure -- walls, seats, and timers, but it isn't "home" yet.
The space exists for mindfulness practices, but the tools and ambiance are missing.
The lights, frames, and liquid motion jar will help to create a peaceful space. The kinetic sand will provide a tactile alternative to breathing exercises, and the storage unit will hold supplies for additional mindfulness activities like journaling and coloring. Lastly, the mindful activity cards will increase our tools in our mindfulness practices. We can't wait!
mDesign Portable Slim Plastic Rolling Laundry Utility Cart Organizer Trolley - Easy-Glide Wheels and 3 Heavy-Duty Shelves, for Laundry, Utility Room, Kitchen or Pantry Storage - Gray
• Amazon Business
$27.99
1
$27.99
GDEAER 4 Pack Fairy Lights Christmas Decor 16.4 Ft 50 Led Battery Operated Christmas Lights with Remote Waterproof 8 Modes Twinkle Firefly String Lights for Party Bedroom Wedding Decorations
• Amazon Business
$17.99
1
$17.99
8x10 Picture Frame Mats Mattes for 5x7 Photos with White Core Bevel Cut Picture mats Pack of 10
• Amazon Business
$8.99
2
$17.98
Mindful Games Activity Cards: 55 Fun Ways to Share Mindfulness with Kids and Teens
• Amazon Business
$17.96
1
$17.96
Kinetic Sand Beach Sand Kingdom Playset with 3lbs of Beach Sand, for Ages 3 and Up
• Amazon Business
$14.97
1
$14.97
Liquid Motion Timer - Bubble Motion Relaxation Sensory Toy for Sensory Play, Fidget Toy, Children Activity, Office Desk Top, Assorted Colors 1 Per Unit
• Amazon Business
$8.97
1
$8.97
Materials cost
$105.86
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$1.59
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$137.45
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$24.26
Total project goal
$161.71
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$161.71
2 Donors
-$148.47
Donations toward project cost
-$137.45
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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As a teacher-founded nonprofit, we're trusted by thousands of teachers and supporters across the country. This classroom request for funding was created by Mrs. Kuvalanka and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.
