Help me give my students a calming ZenDen with fidgets, stress balls, games and a cozy space to reset, reduce stress, and refocus so they can thrive every day at school.
FULLY FUNDED! Mr. Fahim's classroom raised $469
This project is fully funded
My Project
My students are amazing kids with big hearts and even bigger challenges. They work hard every day to learn and grow, often while managing stress, sensory needs, or emotional regulation difficulties. That’s why I’m building a ZenDen—a calming space where they can take a break, refocus, and return ready to learn.
The ZenDen will include fidget toys, stress balls, an oil diffuser, a comfy chair, math games, and a USB disk.
These items are designed to support their mental health, attention, and self-regulation. My goal is to give them a safe place to recharge, so they can thrive socially, emotionally, and academically. Your support helps create a peaceful environment where every student can feel seen, supported, and successful.
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
SanDisk - Extreme Portable 1TB External USB-C NVMe SSD - Black
• Best Buy Education
$104.99
1
$104.99
Milano Outdoor Navy Marine
• Amazon Business
$78.98
1
$78.98
Diffusers for Essential Oils Large Room with Remote, 500ml Aromatherapy Diffuser, 7 Colors Changed Black
• Amazon Business
$35.99
1
$35.99
1000+ PCS Party Favors for Kids, Fidget Toys Pack, Birthday Gift,Christmas Stocking Stuffers,Christmas Gift,Treasure Box, Goodie Bag Stuffers, Carnival Prizes,Pinata Filler Sensory Toy for Classroom
• Amazon Business
$26.38
1
$26.38
Mini Slow Rising Stress Balls 24 Pack, Stretchy Squishy Ball for Anxiety Relief, Fidget Toys Classroom Supplies for Student Teacher, Travel Sensory Toys for Kids Adults
• Amazon Business
$24.95
1
$24.95
Rubik’s, Tiled Trio Bundle 2x2 Mini 3x3 Cube 4x4 Master 3D Puzzle Game Stress Relief Fidget Toy Travel Gift Set, for Adults & Kids Ages 8 and up
• Amazon Business
$22.04
1
$22.04
Iconikal Fidget Spinner Random Color Bulk Assortment Set, 24-Pack
• Amazon Business
$19.39
1
$19.39
Proof! Math Game - The Fast Paced Game of Mental Math Magic - Teachers’ Choice Award Winning Educational Game, Ages 9+
• Amazon Business
$17.99
1
$17.99
24 Game: 48 Card Deck, Single Digit Cards Math Game
• Amazon Business
$12.50
1
$12.50
Gejoy 10 Pack Transparent Spinners Clear Spinners Dry Erase Math Game with Rotating Arrow for Classroom
• Amazon Business
$9.99
1
$9.99
Essential Oils Set - Top 6 Blends for Diffusers, Home Care, Candle Making Scents, Fragrance, Aromatherapy, Humidifiers, Gifts - Peppermint, Tea Tree, Lavender, Eucalyptus, Lemongrass, Orange (10mL)
• Amazon Business
$9.45
1
$9.45
Materials cost
$362.65
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$0.00
3rd party payment processing fee
$5.44
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$398.09
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$70.25
Total project goal
$468.34
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$468.34
3 Donors
-$363.34
Donations toward project cost
-$308.84
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$54.50
Matching donations from our partners
-$105.00
Match offers toward project cost
-$89.25
Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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