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Mrs. Brown from Palatka, FL is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Plush Rugs for Feet and Seats

Help me give my students fresh, clean, soft and visually appealing rugs to sit on in the cozy library center and in the front of the classroom for direct instruction time.

  • $609 goal

This project expired on August 22, 2025.

This project expired on August 22, 2025.

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Fresh, clean, and visually appealing rugs can make a significant difference in a kindergarten classroom, not just in terms of aesthetics but also for supporting instruction and engagement. Young children are highly influenced by their environment, and a clean, cozy rug helps create a welcoming and safe space where they feel comfortable learning. When a rug is bright and well-maintained, it signals a sense of order and care which can help set the tone for classroom behavior and expectations It also provides a designated area for circle time, story sessions and group discussions helping to establish routines that are essential for early learning.

A visually attractive rug can also be an educational tool in itself.

Rugs with color, shapes, numbers, letters or colorful designs woven into them can offer passive learning opportunities and help reinforce classroom concepts in a subtle yet consistent way. These visual cues can aid memory retention and improve attention span by giving students something stimulating yet structured to focus on. Moreover, having a defined and appealing space encourages children to gather, participate, and stay engaged longer during instruction, enhancing overall classroom interaction and participation.

In addition, rugs help with classroom management by serving as physical boundaries that guide students where to sit and how to organize themselves during activities, This promotes independence ;and minimizes distractions, as students aren't wandering or unsure where to be, A fresh rug, free of stains and odors, also supports a healthier classroom environment, reducing allergens and creating a more pleasant atmosphere for everyone. Altogether, investing in high-quality, clean, and visually stimulating rugs is a simple yet powerful way to support both instruction and engagement in a kindergarten setting.

Mrs. Brown Kelley Smith Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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Nearly all 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

25 students impacted

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Flagship Carpets Schoolgirl Style Rainbow Smileys in Black Criss-Cross Applesauce Educational Area Rug for Kids Room, Children's Classroom for Teaching & Playroom, 7'6" x 12', Black & Multi, Seats 28 • Amazon Business $319.99 1 $319.99
Flagship Carpets Schoolgirl Style Rainbow Smileys in Black Criss-Cross Applesauce Educational Area Rug for Kids Room, Children's Classroom for Teaching and Playroom, 5' x 7'6", Black & Multi, Seats 20 • Amazon Business $159.99 1 $159.99

Materials cost

$479.98

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Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.20

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$517.18

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$91.27

Total project goal

$608.45

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