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Ms. Johnson from Brooklyn Ctr., MN is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Social-Emotional Learning Books and Materials

Help me give my students a nurturing and empowering atmosphere for my students by incorporating SEL materials.

FULLY FUNDED! Ms. Johnson's classroom raised $459

This project is fully funded

My Project

At our educational institution, we wholeheartedly embrace the belief that social-emotional learning (SEL) is the bedrock of student success. That’s why we set aside time daily to dive into SEL instruction! We recognize that equipping students with the skills to collaborate with their peers, manage their emotions, and practice self-control is not just necessary—it’s essential.

To enhance this journey and make it even more enriching, we are excited to gather a diverse and compelling array of Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) materials that truly reflect the rich tapestry of our student community.

Picture resources that ignite empathy, promote emotional regulation, and empower students in conflict resolution—each designed to captivate and actively engage our learners!

We envision incorporating compelling books showcasing diverse voices and perspectives and interactive worksheets encouraging self-reflection and critical thinking. Additionally, we aim to introduce dynamic activities that cater to various learning styles, ensuring a seamless integration into our classroom curriculum.

Our ultimate aspiration is to foster a warm and nurturing environment where students feel safe exploring their emotions, developing a deeper understanding of the feelings of others, and cultivating meaningful relationships. Together, we can nurture a vibrant classroom community that thrives on positivity, support, and collaboration, enabling each student to flourish socially and emotionally.

Ms. Johnson Garden City Elementary School Grades PreK-2

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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This project directly supports students at a historically underfunded school. Learn more about our Equity Focus.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Brooklyn Ctr., MN View local requests

More than half 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

30 students impacted 2donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
50 POP Fidget Toys Bulk (assorted; social emotional learning awareness tools, calming corner, mental health, calm down sensory fidgets for teens) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $125.00 1 $125.00
5 Book Set: Kindness & Social Emotional Learning (ages 4-8 inclusive, teaching compassion books for classroom library) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $82.00 1 $82.00
A Kids Book About Bullying - social emotional learning collection (hardcover) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $20.00 1 $20.00
A Kids Book About Belonging - social emotional learning collection (hardcover) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $20.00 1 $20.00
A Kids Book About Trauma - social emotional learning collection (hardcover) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $20.00 1 $20.00
A Kids Book About Shame - social emotional learning collection (hardcover) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $20.00 1 $20.00
A Kids Book About Empathy - social emotional learning collection (hardcover) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $20.00 1 $20.00
My Body Sends a Signal: Helping Kids Recognize Emotions & Express Feelings - Resilient Kids (social emotional learning paperback; calming corner) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $16.00 1 $16.00
All Are Welcome (hardcover) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $14.00 1 $14.00
Invisible: A Graphic Novel (paperback graphic novel) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $12.00 1 $12.00
Lakeshore Daily Social-Emotional Learning Journal • Lakeshore Learning Materials $4.99 1 $4.99

Materials cost

$353.99

Vendor shipping charges

 $0.25

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.31

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$389.55

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$68.74

Total project goal

$458.29

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $458.29

1 Donor

-$216.42

Donations toward project cost

-$194.78

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$21.64

match offer

-$229.14

Match offer toward project cost

-$194.77

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$34.37

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$12.73

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

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