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Ms. Caitlyn from Fairview Hts., IL is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Unlocking Voices: Help Us Make It Happen!

Help me give my students a fun and inviting classroom with a rug and bean bag chairs to provide my children with a cozy and calm space where they can regulate their emotions.

  • $636 goal

This project expired on September 12, 2025.

This project expired on September 12, 2025.

My Project

Rugs and bean bags, games, and fidgets play a vital role in transforming a speech therapy room into a calm, inviting, and engaging space. A cozy rug creates a designated area for connection and comfort, helping children feel grounded and secure. Bean bags provide flexible, soft stating that encourages relaxation and participation. Games bring joy and motivation to learning, turning skill-building into a playful, low-pressure experience. Playing games allows for my students to implement turn-taking and conversational skills that they have learned. Fidgets offer quiet outlets for movement and focus, supporting my students' sensory needs while also sustaining attention. Together, these items will make our classroom feel safe, calming, and fun, all key ingredients for meaningful learning and communication growth!

Ms. Caitlyn Illini Elementary 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.

Fairview Hts., IL View local requests

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

Never Before Funded 18 students impacted

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Where Your Donation Goes

Materials Cost Quantity Total
Flagship Carpets Schoolgirl Style Simply Safari Sunset Stripes Classroom Area Rug for Indoor Classroom Learning or Kid Bedroom Educational Play Mat, 5'x7'6" • Amazon Business $153.86 1 $153.86
Big Joe Classic Bean Bag Chair, Gray Smartmax, Durable Polyester Nylon Blend, 2 feet Round • Amazon Business $41.99 3 $125.97
Hasbro Hungry Hungry Hippos - Preschool-Early Childhood - Toddler • School Specialty $29.99 1 $29.99
LEGO Classic Medium Creative Brick Box 10696 Building Toy Set - Featuring Storage, Includes Train, Car, and a Tiger Figure, and Playset for Kids, Boys, and Girls Ages 4-99 • Amazon Business $24.88 1 $24.88
Educational Insights The Sneaky Snacky Squirrel Game • Blick Art Materials $22.56 1 $22.56
Pressman Let's Go Fishin' Game (PRE005506) • Quill.com $20.60 1 $20.60
Scientoy Fidget Toy Set, 35 Pcs Sensory Toy for ADD, OCD, Autistic Children, Adults, Anxiety Autism to Stress Relief and Anti Anxiety with Motion Timer, Perfect for Classroom Reward with Gift Box • Amazon Business $19.95 1 $19.95
Post-it Notes, 3 in x 3 in., 18 Sticky Notes Pads, 100 Sheets per Pad, Poptimistic Collection, School Supplies and Office Products, The Original Post-it Note • Amazon Business $17.48 1 $17.48
Kinetic Sand, 2.5lbs Blue Play Sand, Moldable Sensory Toys for Kids, Resealable Bag, for Ages 3 and up • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Paper Mate Flair Felt Tip Pens, Medium Point (0.7mm), Assorted Colors, 16 Count • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
Purple Ladybug Teacher Stickers for Students - 4960 Reward Stickers for Classroom Supplies, Teacher Must-Haves & School Stickers, Small Stickers for Reward Charts • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
100 Pieces Kids Sticker Chart Classroom Incentive Chart Sticker Kids Behavior Reward Chart at Home, 10 Designs with 2800 Star Stickers • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
Marbrasse Pen Organizer with 2 Drawer, Multi-Functional Pencil Holder for Desk, Desk Organizers and Accessories with 5 Compartments + Drawer for Office Art Supplies (White) • Amazon Business $9.69 1 $9.69
Kinetic Sand, 2.5lbs Purple Play Sand, Moldable Sensory Toys for Kids, Resealable Bag, for Ages 3 and up • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
Yeetec 6 Pack 24 Links Wacky Tracks Snap and Click Fidget Toys, Finger Sensory Toys, Snake Puzzles for Stress Relief, Party Bag Fillers, Party Favours, Random Color • Amazon Business $4.99 1 $4.99

Materials cost

$489.92

Vendor shipping charges

$12.95

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.35

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$540.22

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$95.33

Total project goal

$635.55

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