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As we continue our current lessons, these resources will support students in responding through hands-on activities and developing stronger communication and problem-solving skills.","fullyFundedDate":1758123985799,"projectUrl":"project/puzzle-block-play-creativity-problem/9678855/","projectTitle":"Puzzle & Block Play: Creativity, Problem-Solving, and Social Fun","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Villanueva","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/9733238"},{"teacherId":8134338,"projectId":10008467,"letterContent":"Your generous donation toward fidgets and coping cards has had an immediate and meaningful impact, and I am so grateful for your kindness and belief in our students.\r\n\r\nSince receiving these materials, I have already seen changes in how students approach challenging moments. For many children, especially those still learning how to manage stress, frustration, or anxiety, having a simple tool can make all the difference. The fidgets give students a quiet, appropriate outlet for restless energy, allowing them to stay engaged during lessons rather than becoming overwhelmed or distracted. Something as small as a stress ball or textured fidget has helped students sit longer, listen more attentively, and feel more in control of their bodies.\r\n\r\nThe coping cards have been equally powerful. These cards offer clear, age-appropriate strategies students can turn to when emotions feel too big. Whether it's taking deep breaths, naming their feelings, or using positive self-talk, the cards give students language and direction in moments when they might otherwise shut down or act out. 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Your generosity truly made a difference, and we are incredibly thankful.","fullyFundedDate":1769877071132,"projectUrl":"project/fidget-power/10008467/","projectTitle":"Fidget Power","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Alvarez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8134338"},{"teacherId":10108046,"projectId":9527532,"letterContent":"First of all, I would like to thank you for everything you have donated to our classroom. There truly are no words to express how grateful we are. My students are so happy to have access to these resources, which have made a meaningful difference in how they learn and engage in the classroom.\r\n\r\nWe use these materials daily—not only during small-group instruction, but also during testing and independent practice. 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Your generosity has made a lasting and meaningful impact on my students","fullyFundedDate":1761835211656,"projectUrl":"project/help-us-create-a-calm-and-caring-corner/9527532/","projectTitle":"Help Us Create a Calm and Caring Corner","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Yu","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp10108046_orig.jpg?crop=1536,1536,x0,y512&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1754114341886","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/10108046"},{"teacherId":8134338,"projectId":9983338,"letterContent":"We are using the new resources during individual and small-group counseling sessions to help students express emotions, practice coping skills, and build communication skills. The journals give students a safe, structured way to reflect on their thoughts and feelings through writing and drawing. The fidget tools help students regulate their bodies so they can stay present and engaged during sessions. The conversation starter dice are used to encourage meaningful dialogue, helping students practice emotional expression and connection in a fun, low-pressure way.\r\n\r\nWhen students first saw the materials, they were excited and eager to use them. Many students immediately began flipping through the journals and asked if they could write or draw right away. The fidgets were especially popular, and students enjoyed choosing tools that helped them feel calm and focused. The conversation dice sparked curiosity and laughter, making it easier for students to open up.\r\n\r\nThanks to our donors, the next steps for students include continuing to build emotional awareness and communication skills. Students will use the journals to reflect on feelings and coping strategies, the dice to guide conversations, and the fidgets to support regulation as they apply these skills in the classroom and throughout the school day.","fullyFundedDate":1767739854267,"projectUrl":"project/mental-health-needs/9983338/","projectTitle":"Mental Health Needs","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Alvarez","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-10_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8134338"},{"teacherId":9734558,"projectId":9512703,"letterContent":"Thanks to your generous support, our classroom has been transformed! We are now using our laminating sheets, Velcro, and colored ink to create visual schedules, task boxes, and communication boards that my students can use independently. Each student has their own set of materials, and we've already started using them for literacy and math centers. 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