Having a classroom rug and flexible seating plays such an important role in the elementary classroom. To begin, a classroom rug is the main focal point when walking into my classroom. This rug will be an inviting space for my students to use while learning during whole group instruction, conducting morning meetings, or to use during independent work time. Next, flexible seating allows students to have ownership of their learning and make choices that work best for them while they are at school. Over the years, I have noticed substantial differences in my students when they are given a choice in their seating as opposed to sitting in a desk all day. The students stay focused on completing work better and are engaged in their learning.
By having a classroom rug and flexible seating options, my students are more engaged in their work and less disruptive towards their peers when they are comfortable in their learning environment by having choices of where to sit.
These products that I have selected for my classroom will help my students by giving them additional seating options to use on a daily basis. The colorful comfy floor seats are lightweight and portable so students can move around easily with them. The bright classroom rug will create a gathering space where students come together to share, learn and work together.
Finally, the STEM activities I have selected will engage learners during science block, independent exploration time, or during inside recess time in the winter.
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Flagship Carpets Schoolgirl Style Rainbow Scallop Border Educational Area Rug for Kids Room, Children's Classroom, Play Carpet for Teaching and Playroom, 5' x 7'6" - Multicolor
• Amazon Business
$159.99
1
$159.99
Kore@trade; Junior Wobble Chair - 16 in. H - Dark Gray
• Nasco
$72.24
1
$72.24
Lakeshore Comfy Floor Seat - Red
• Lakeshore Learning Materials
Lakeshore Comfy Floor Seat - Blue
• Lakeshore Learning Materials
$69.99
1
$69.99
Meland Marble Run Sets for Kids - 153Pcs Marble Race Track Marble Maze Madness Game STEM Building Tower Toy for 4 5 6 + Year Old Boys Girls(113 Pcs + 30 Glass + 10 Led Lighted Marbles)
• Amazon Business
$39.99
1
$39.99
Learning Resources STEM Explorers Bridge Builders Set (LER9461)
• Quill.com
$17.81
1
$17.81
NC 250Pcs Building Blocks Toys STEM Activities for Kids Interlocking Building Discs Toy Preschool Learning Educational Autism Toys for 5-7 4-8 3 4 5 + Years Old Boys Girls Birthday
• Amazon Business
$11.99
1
$11.99
Materials cost
$511.99
Vendor shipping charges
$17.72
Sales tax
$35.07
3rd party payment processing fee
$7.68
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$602.46
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$106.32
Total project goal
$708.78
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$708.78
8 Donors
-$427.65
Donations toward project cost
-$364.65
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$63.00
Matching donations from our partners
-$279.79
Match offers toward project cost
-$237.82
Match offers 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. Mogensen and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.
