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
As a new teacher, I am excited to get to know my students and see their eagerness to learn and diverse range of interests. I want to ensure that they will come to school each day with a sense of curiosity and enthusiasm that is both inspiring and motivating. Students unique perspectives and enthusiasm make any classroom a dynamic and engaging place.
Creating a cozy corner in our classroom will offer a special space where students can feel comfortable and focused.
The addition of comfortable seating, soft lighting, and engaging materials like books and educational games will make learning more inviting and enjoyable. These resources will help cater to different learning styles, promote independent reading, and encourage collaborative activities, all while making the classroom environment more stimulating and supportive.
My goal is to establish a warm and welcoming space where students can relax, think creatively, and work effectively. By providing a cozy and well-equipped area, I hope to foster a love for learning, enhance focus and engagement, and create a positive and inclusive atmosphere where every student feels valued and inspired.
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
Lakeshore Flex-Space Big Beanbag Seat - Green (30"w x 32"h)
• Lakeshore Learning Materials
$129.00
1
$129.00
8 Pcs Extra Thick Flexible Seating Floor Cushions Assorted Colored Floor Pillow Classroom Floor Seating Soft Floor Seat Cushion for Kids Learning Sitting Daycare School Chair (Bright Colors,Hexagon)
• Amazon Business
$58.99
1
$58.99
8 Mini Emotion Plush Toys with A Little SPOT of Feelings Hardcover Book Set (fidget toy set; social emotional learning; compassion; calming corner)
• DonorsChoose Featured Favorites
$48.00
1
$48.00
Abilitations Mia the Weighted Monkey, 3 Pounds
• School Specialty
$42.29
1
$42.29
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
4 Pop FIDGET Toy Bundle (assorted colors & designs; social emotional learning focus tools; sensory calming corner; mental health; emotional awareness)
• DonorsChoose Featured Favorites
$15.00
1
$15.00
hand2mind My Feelings Rainbow Fidget Tube, Visual Sensory Toys, Play Therapy Toys, Comfort Items for Anxiety, Mindfulness for Kids, Social Emotional Learning Activities, Calm Down Corner Supplies
• Amazon Business
$14.99
1
$14.99
Just Now I Feel Angry: A Kids Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Book about Anger and Frustration Feelings Awareness, Self-Management, Mindfulness and ... (Feeling Big Emotions Picture Books)
• Amazon Business
$12.99
1
$12.99
It's Okay To Not Be Okay: A Rhyming Read Aloud Story for Children About Feelings of Sadness and Loneliness (Social Emotional Learning Toolbox - Therapists, Educators, and Parents)
• Amazon Business
$12.91
1
$12.91
I Feel... Something: Listening to Your Body for Kids (Social Skills for Kids, Interoception for Kids, Social Emotional Learning)
• Amazon Business
$12.60
1
$12.60
Materials cost
$362.77
Vendor shipping charges
$10.68
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$5.44
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$408.89
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$72.16
Total project goal
$481.05
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$481.05
7 Donors
-$307.15
Donations toward project cost
-$269.45
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$37.70
match offer
-$164.05
Match offer toward project cost
-$139.44
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
DonorsChoose is the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.
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 Ms. Hernandez and reviewed by the DonorsChoose team.
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