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Mrs. Herter from Geneva, OH is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Pages of Possibility: Books for Counseling

Help me give my students books to help them learn important social/emotional skills.

  • $557 goal

This project expired on February 17, 2025.

This project expired on February 17, 2025.

My Project

I am an elementary school counselor and I am reaching out with an exciting opportunity to make a lasting, positive impact on the lives of the elementary students I serve. I am seeking donations to support the purchase of books that will be used in counseling sessions to help children develop crucial social-emotional skills.

Books are a powerful tool in counseling for young children.

Through storytelling, relatable characters, and engaging narratives, books can help children better understand their own emotions and the emotions of others. Stories provide a safe space for children to explore feelings like empathy, kindness, self-regulation, and resilience. They also offer practical examples of how to navigate challenges such as managing anxiety, handling peer conflicts, and building self-confidence.

For students who may find it difficult to express themselves verbally, books can serve as conversation starters, making it easier for them to discuss their thoughts and emotions with the school counselor. In addition, books can model healthy coping mechanisms and problem-solving strategies that children can adopt in their own lives.

With your support, I can provide our students with the resources they need to thrive emotionally and socially. A donation of any amount will help me purchase age-appropriate books designed to teach these valuable skills. Whether it’s a book on friendship, managing worries, or building self-esteem, each donation brings me closer to my goal of nurturing well-rounded, emotionally intelligent children.

I would be deeply grateful for your consideration and support of this initiative. Your contribution will make a significant difference in the emotional well-being of the students I serve.

Thank you for your generosity and commitment to helping children succeed both in and out of the classroom.

Mrs. Herter Geneva Platt R Spencer Elementary School Grades PreK-2 Geneva, OH View local requests

More than a third 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

400 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
A Little SPOT of Life Skills 8 Book Box Set (Books 17-24: Courage, Perseverance, Teamwork, Talent, Thankful, Optimism, Creativity, & Giving) • Amazon Business $57.69 1 $57.69
A Little SPOT Takes Action! 8 Book Box Set (Books 9-16: Kindness, Responsibility, Patience, Respect, Honesty, Organization, Diversity, & Safety) • Amazon Business $55.74 1 $55.74
A Little SPOT of Emotion 8 Book Box Set (Books 1-8: Anger, Anxiety, Peaceful, Happiness, Sadness, Confidence, Love, & Scribble Emotion) • Amazon Business $50.99 1 $50.99
A Little SPOT Emotional Regulation Box Set (Books 49-56: Peaceful Hands, Anger Shield, Needs Feelings, Sleep, Disappointment, Wasted Worry, Positive Thinking, and Emotion Coach) • Amazon Business $47.99 1 $47.99
A Little SPOT of Life Skills and Actions Educator's Guide: Building Character (Inspire to Create A Better You!) • Amazon Business $38.03 1 $38.03
Humble Crew, 4 tier, Natural/White Kids Book Rack Storage Bookshelf with Deep Sleeves, Universal • Amazon Business $34.20 1 $34.20
A Little SPOT of Feelings and Emotions Educator's Guide (Inspire to Create A Better You!) • Amazon Business $27.45 1 $27.45
TOMY A Little Spot Mix and Match Kids' Craft Kit - Social Emotional Learning Activities - Sensory Play with Soft Felt Emotion Spots, Double-Sided Cards, and Easel - Based On The Books by Diane Alber • Amazon Business $15.30 1 $15.30
Teach Your Dragon to Make Friends: A Dragon Book To Teach Kids How To Make New Friends. A Cute Children Story To Teach Children About Friendship and Social Skills. (My Dragon Books) • Amazon Business $12.95 1 $12.95
Teach Your Dragon Body Safety: A Story About Personal Boundaries, Appropriate and Inappropriate Touching (My Dragon Books) • Amazon Business $12.95 1 $12.95
Teach Your Dragon Respect: A Story About Being Respectful (My Dragon Books) • Amazon Business $12.95 1 $12.95
Train Your Dragon To Do Hard Things: A Cute Children’s Story about Perseverance, Positive Affirmations and Growth Mindset. (My Dragon Books) • Amazon Business $12.95 1 $12.95
Teach Your Dragon To Understand Consequences: A Dragon Book To Teach Children About Choices and Consequences. A Cute Children Story To Teach Kids How To Make Good Choices. (My Dragon Books) • Amazon Business $12.79 1 $12.79
Body Boundaries Make Me Stronger: Personal Safety Book for Kids about Body Safety, Personal Space, Private Parts and Consent that Teaches Social Skills and Body Awareness (World of Kids Emotions) • Amazon Business $11.69 1 $11.69
The Color Monster: A Story About Emotions (The Color Monster, 1) • Amazon Business $8.68 1 $8.68
Do Unto Otters: A Book About Manners • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99
Hands Are Not for Hitting (Best Behavior®) • Amazon Business $6.86 1 $6.86
Lying Up a STORM: A Picture Book About Telling the Truth • Amazon Business $6.16 1 $6.16
What to Do When You Feel Like Hitting: A No Hitting Book for Toddlers (Big Feelings Books for Toddlers) • Amazon Business $3.06 1 $3.06

Materials cost

$436.42

Vendor shipping charges

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Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.55

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$472.97

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$83.47

Total project goal

$556.44

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