Kindergarteners like to move, want to move and need to move.
Flexible seating will allow for active sitting; active sitting means muscles are engaged and working while they are sitting.
Many of my students that would have attended the pre-k program opted out of it due to Covid. Many of my students that would have attended the pre-k program opted out of it due to Covid. Kindergarten is the first time to sit and focus for a period of time. Many have missed out on play dates, trips to the park, playing sports as well as many other activities. Activities that help build core strength, teaches them how to self regulation and aids in improving concentration. Wobble stools, wobble cushions and chair fidget bands will promote core stability, positive posture to allow for more blood flow and oxygen to the brain to keep their brains alert and focused and heightened sensory experience to stay seated for longer periods. The weighted vest will create calmness and provide better body awareness.
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
JJ110X - Regular At-Your-Seat Storage Sack 15"h x 16 1/4"w - Set of 10
• Lakeshore Learning Materials
$149.00
2
$298.00
Kore Kids Wobble Chair - Flexible Seating Stool for Classroom & Elementary School, ADD/ADHD - Made in The USA - Age 6-7, Grade 1-2, Red (14in)
• Amazon Business
$62.04
2
$124.08
LC153 - Flex-Space Student Lap Desk
• Lakeshore Learning Materials
$99.50
1
$99.50
Galagee Sensory Compression Vest for Children- Weighted Vest for Kids with Sensory Issues,Autism, ADD, ADHD, Ages 5-9 (Middle)
• Amazon Business
$57.99
1
$57.99
Kore Kids Preschool Wobble Chair - Flexible Seating Stool for Classroom, Preschool, Kindergarten & Elementary School - Made in The USA - Age 4-5 yrs, Red (12in)
• Amazon Business
$54.89
1
$54.89
Nvzi Wobble Cushion, Balance Disc, Wiggle Seat, Balance Pads for Physical Therapy, Stability Disc, Dyna Disc, Wobble Board for Dogs, Office, Sensory Kids, Classroom with Spiky Massage Ball(Blue)
• Amazon Business
$16.99
3
$50.97
Kidnasium Bouncy Bands for Kids with Fidgety Feet - Pack of 10 Fidget Bands for Classroom Chairs, Bouncy Bands for Kids with Nervous Energy, ADHD, and Other Sensory Needs, Blue (05-64870)
• Amazon Business
$16.56
1
$16.56
Materials cost
$701.99
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$57.21
3rd party payment processing fee
$10.53
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$799.73
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$141.13
Total project goal
$940.86
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$940.86
1 Donor
-$940.86
Donations toward project cost
-$799.73
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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