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Mrs. Shields from Allentown, PA is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Take a Break...in Style!

Help me give my students what they need to successfully take a break and come back to learning!

FULLY FUNDED! Mrs. Shields's classroom raised $417

This project is fully funded

My Students

There is so much to love about my students. They are extremely diverse, especially when it comes to music. They have such a broad range of interests and ideas on how to express themselves musically. I am amazed each day by their creativity and their ability to pick up on learning new music so quickly. For some, music is the way my students are able to express themselves.

My Project

These materials will make a difference in my students' learning because they promote that it's okay to need a break sometimes. Whether we are children or adults, we all need to take a break and shut our minds off for a minute or two. In my classroom, I like for students to know that's okay too.

What better way to catch your breath when you're feeling stressed or angry by doing it in style?

The fun break table and chair allow students to feel a sense of happiness while they are cooling down. Listening to music, coloring some pictures, or perhaps just feeling some different sensory objects are all wonderful ways for students to additionally cool down and get ready to come back to learning!

Mrs. Shields Roberto Clemente Elementary Charter School Grades 3-5

Equity Focus

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

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

Allentown, PA 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 1donor

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
FDW Height Adjustable Multifunctional Children's Study Desk Table Chair Set with Drawer for Kids (Blue) • Amazon Business $79.99 1 $79.99
Posh Creations Structured Comfy Bean Bag Chair for Gaming, Reading, and Watching TV, Malibu Lounge, Soft Nylon-Charcoal Gray • Amazon Business $59.49 1 $59.49
Coby Portable Compact Anti-Skip CD Player – Lightweight & Shockproof Music Disc Player w/ Pro-Quality Earbuds - For Kids & Adults - Home Car & Travel • Amazon Business $24.95 1 $24.95
Lysol Disinfecting Handi-Pack Wipes, Lemon and Lime Blossom, 480 Count • Amazon Business $20.24 1 $20.24
PURELL Advanced Hand Sanitizer Refreshing Gel Design Series, Clean Scent, 8 Fl Oz Pump Bottle (Pack of 4) - 9652-06-ECDECO • Amazon Business $18.68 1 $18.68
Learning Resources Time Tracker Mini Visual Timer, Classroom Timer, Hand Washing Timer, Auditory and Visual Cue, Ages 3+ • Amazon Business $18.30 1 $18.30
Crayola Washable Marker Set, Gift for Kids, Gel Markers, Window Markers, Broad Line Markers, 64Count • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
POWMEE M1 Kids Headphones Wired Headphone for Kids,Foldable Adjustable Stereo Tangle-Free,3.5MM Jack Wire Cord On-Ear Headphone for Children (Blue) • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
Crayola Brush & Detail Dual Tip Markers, Kids At Home Activities, 32 Colors, 16 Count • Amazon Business $11.59 1 $11.59
The Ultimate Most Relaxing Classics For Kids In The Universe [2 CD] • Amazon Business $10.29 1 $10.29
KIDZ BOP 2021 • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Push Pop Bubble Fidget Sensory Toy,2 Pack Bubble Popper Fidget Toy Stress Anxiety Relief Toys for ADHD Autism Special Needs, Fidget Popper Stress Reliever Toys for Kids Adults(Round and Square) • Amazon Business $9.90 1 $9.90
100 Singalong Songs For Kids • Amazon Business $6.99 1 $6.99
Crayola Silly Scents Twistables Crayons, Sweet Scented Crayons, 24 Count • Amazon Business $6.92 1 $6.92
Music Coloring Book for Kids Ages 4-8: Great Coloring and Activity Book for Any Fan of Music • Amazon Business $6.86 1 $6.86

Materials cost

$313.17

Vendor shipping charges

$5.95

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$4.70

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$353.82

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$62.44

Total project goal

$416.26

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$416.26

1 Donor

-$416.26

Donations toward project cost

-$353.82

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$62.44

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$0.00

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