Help me give my students diverse books, resources to help them during their times of sensory overload, differentiated seating, games to stimulate their minds, and snacks to fuel their learning.
$994 goal
This project expired on July 2, 2025.
This project expired on July 2, 2025.
Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month
This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because
it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.
My Project
I believe creating a welcoming, comfortable learning environment is essential for student engagement and success. The bean bags will provide flexible seating options, allowing students to read, collaborate, or work independently in a space that feels inviting and relaxed. The books will expand our classroom library, sparking curiosity and a love for reading. Snacks will help ensure that no student is distracted by hunger, allowing them to stay focused and ready to learn. The games will provide hands-on, interactive learning experiences that build critical thinking, teamwork, and problem-solving skills—all while making learning fun!
My primary goal is to create a classroom environment where students feel motivated, comfortable, and excited to learn.
By providing engaging books, flexible seating, and interactive games, I want to foster a love of reading, encourage collaboration, and support students' social-emotional development. Additionally, having snacks available ensures that all students can focus on learning rather than hunger, promoting equity in the classroom.
My students are creative, resilient, and eager to learn. They come from diverse backgrounds, each bringing unique perspectives and experiences that enrich our classroom community. Despite any challenges they may face, they show up every day ready to grow, explore, and support one another. Their enthusiasm and determination inspire me to create the best possible learning environment for them.
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
441 students impacted
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4 Pop FIDGET Toy Bundle (assorted designs; social emotional learning focus tools, sensory calming corner, mental health, emotional awareness fidgets)
• DonorsChoose Featured Favorites
$15.00
1
$15.00
The Kids' Book of Diversity: Empathy, Kindness and Respect for Differences (The Kids' Books of Social Emotional Learning)
• Amazon Business
$12.99
1
$12.99
Fill a Bucket Hardcover Book
• Lakeshore Learning Materials
$10.95
1
$10.95
Rubik’s Cube, Greyscale Wednesday Cube from The Hit TV Series Wednesday, Problem-Solving Challenging Brain Teaser Fidget Toy, Adults & Kids Ages 8+
• Amazon Business
$8.99
1
$8.99
Materials cost
$779.37
Vendor shipping charges
$23.45
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$11.69
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$844.51
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$149.03
Total project goal
$993.54
Our team works hard to negotiate the best pricing and selections available.
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