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My students are constantly eager to demonstrate kindness, stay focused on their work, and follow class expectations so they can earn free-build time with the LEGO sets. Beyond being a great reward, building with the mini-figures and bricks has allowed them to practice problem-solving, collaboration, and creative thinking during our STEM time.\r\n\r\nYour kindness has brought so much joy, excitement, and motivation into our daily routine. Thank you for giving my students a hands-on tool that makes learning and positive behavior so rewarding!","fullyFundedDate":1787149309654,"projectUrl":"project/learning-and-growing-with-lego-bricks/10512167/","projectTitle":"Learning and Growing With LEGO Bricks","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Alvizo","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp3612530_orig.jpg?crop=551,551,x1290,y1209&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1784130062380","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/mrsalvizo"},{"teacherId":3612530,"projectId":10324446,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generosity in supporting our project, \"Snuggle Up and Read!\" When the boxes first arrived, my students' eyes lit up with excitement. Unboxing the new flexible seating felt like opening presents on a holiday, and they couldn't wait to try everything out in our newly transformed classroom library.\r\n\r\nThe beanbags have become an absolute favorite spot in our classroom. Students love curling up in them during independent reading time, finding a sense of comfort and ease that makes diving into a book feel special and inviting. Additionally, the flexible cushions are being rotated so students can use them right at their desks. These cushions have been a game-changer for my students who need a little extra movement to stay focused throughout the day, allowing them to wiggle quietly while remaining engaged in their lessons.\r\n\r\nYour support has truly made our classroom feel like a cozy home away from home, fostering both a love for reading and a supportive learning environment. 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The excitement helped create an even more welcoming and engaging learning environment for everyone.\r\n\r\nThe Axolotl fidget toys have become an especially valuable tool in our classroom. Many of my students use them during lessons, small-group work, independent reading, and classroom discussions to help them stay calm, focused, and engaged in learning. I have noticed students who sometimes struggle with attention or staying still become more focused and confident while using the fidgets appropriately. One memorable moment was during a collaborative activity when students were able to stay attentive and participate thoughtfully while using their Axolotls as calming tools. The new resources overall have helped students stay organized, motivated, and excited about learning each day.\r\n\r\n Thank you again for making such a meaningful difference in our classroom. 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Your donation helped bring history to life and allowed my students to see role models they could truly connect with.\r\n\r\nWhile researching biographies, students developed important academic and life skills. They practiced reading comprehension, identifying key details, and summarizing information from nonfiction texts. Students also learned how to research responsibly, take notes, and present what they learned in their own words. Most importantly, they gained lessons about perseverance, courage, kindness, and hard work. Many students shared that learning about these individuals inspired them to believe in themselves and their own potential. 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