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The sensory tools from Soothing Spaces: Sensory Tools for Success are used daily during transitions, independent work time, and moments when students need help regulating big feelings. 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One of my favorite moments was during literacy centers—students were spread out on wobble stools, floor seats, and cushions, completely focused as they sounded out words and practiced fluency. Students who previously struggled to stay seated were able to move just enough to stay calm and on task, which made a noticeable difference in their learning.","fullyFundedDate":1746517348193,"projectUrl":"project/wiggles-welcome-flexible-seating-for-fo/9314093/","projectTitle":"Wiggles Welcome! Flexible Seating for Focus and Fun","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Mulholland","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10012385_orig.png?crop=1114,1114,x0,y77&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1746245437994","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10012385"},{"teacherId":9268800,"projectId":9219173,"letterContent":"I wanted to take a moment to personally thank you for your incredible support of my DonorsChoose project. Because of your generosity, our school counseling program now has a rich collection of social-emotional books that are already making a real difference in our students' lives.\r\n\r\nAs the school counselor, I see firsthand how deeply students are impacted by the challenges they face—whether it's anxiety, friendship struggles, grief, or learning how to manage big feelings. These books are becoming powerful tools for connection and growth. I've started using them in small group sessions, individual check-ins, and classroom lessons, and the response has been inspiring.\r\n\r\nOne student told me after reading a book on managing anger, \"I didn't know other kids felt this way too. I'm glad I'm not the only one.\" Another shared that a story about kindness helped them make a new friend at recess. These moments are what your gift has made possible.\r\n\r\nYour donation didn't just provide books—it created safe spaces for students to explore their emotions, feel understood, and build confidence. Thank you for believing in the importance of social-emotional learning and for being a champion for mental wellness in schools.","fullyFundedDate":1746785953157,"projectUrl":"project/help-me-give-my-students-social-emotiona/9219173/","projectTitle":"Help Me Give My Students Social-Emotional Books","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Doctors","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp9268800_orig.jpg?crop=2316,2316,x0,y0&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1743379375560","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrs-doctors"},{"teacherId":2487589,"projectId":9063355,"letterContent":"I hope this message finds you well. On behalf of myself and my fourth-grade students, I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude for your generous donation. Your kindness and support mean the world to us, and thanks to your contribution, we were able to purchase much-needed items for our classroom.\r\n\r\nThese resources will make a meaningful impact on our students' learning experience, helping to create a more engaging and enriching environment. Your generosity is truly making a difference, and we are so appreciative of your willingness to invest in our future.\r\n\r\nThank you once again for your kindness and support!","fullyFundedDate":1741099880656,"projectUrl":"project/fourth-grade-snacks/9063355/","projectTitle":"Fourth Grade Snacks","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Russell.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/miss-russell"},{"teacherId":2487589,"projectId":8900953,"letterContent":"I hope this message finds you well. On behalf of myself and my fourth-grade students, I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude for your generous donation. Your kindness and support mean the world to us, and thanks to your contribution, we were able to purchase much-needed items for our classroom.\r\n\r\nThese resources will make a meaningful impact on our students' learning experience, helping to create a more engaging and enriching environment. Your generosity is truly making a difference, and we are so appreciative of your willingness to invest in our future.\r\n\r\nThank you once again for your kindness and support!","fullyFundedDate":1739373534953,"projectUrl":"project/popcorn-cart/8900953/","projectTitle":"Popcorn Cart","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Russell.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/miss-russell"},{"teacherId":2487589,"projectId":8800104,"letterContent":"I hope this message finds you well. On behalf of myself and my fourth-grade students, I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude for your generous donation. Your kindness and support mean the world to us, and thanks to your contribution, we were able to purchase much-needed items for our classroom.\r\n\r\nThese resources will make a meaningful impact on our students' learning experience, helping to create a more engaging and enriching environment. Your generosity is truly making a difference, and we are so appreciative of your willingness to invest in our future.\r\n\r\nThank you once again for your kindness and support!","fullyFundedDate":1737748949608,"projectUrl":"project/flexible-seating/8800104/","projectTitle":"Flexible Seating","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Russell.","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/miss-russell"},{"teacherId":2487589,"projectId":8900931,"letterContent":"I hope this message finds you well. On behalf of myself and my fourth-grade students, I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude for your generous donation. 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