Past projects 2
Focus and Flexibility Lead to Strong Mental Health!
Funded Aug 12, 2021My students have loved having all of the new things this year. Especially the Ninja Life Hacks books. So many of my students love ninjas so the books have been super helpful in teaching them about emotions and discussing all kinds of social emotional topics.
A couple of the boys that I work with are super into ninjas and love to pick out the next book that we will read. We've done art projects and writing assignments to further our learning from the books.
The kids also enjoy having other opportunities for fidgets. The adults have enjoyed having quieter fidget options as well.”
With gratitude,
Mrs. Amanda
This classroom project was brought to life by Bill Gates and 7 other donors.Relaxing is the Key to Calming and Learning
Funded Dec 12, 2019Since receiving my items, my students and I have had the opportunity to participate in many mindfulness activities that led to increased focus and participation in the school environment. With the sky lite laser projector we have created and used different mindful moment activities to help with anxiety about school or home issues that are blocking us from focusing at school. With the bubble tube, we have focused on mindfulness as well as writing activities. Through mindfulness techniques, we have focused on the changing colors of the water and the bubbles in the water. We have also used the fish that are inside the tube as writing prompts and to work on creative writing.
The look of awe and excitement seeing each of the materials was priceless. Students came in and sat in the nice comfortable chair, commented on the brightly colored rug and the relaxing sound of the bubble tube. Students have been able to find relaxation watching the stars and clouds project onto the ceiling. We will continue to enjoy these items for years to come as we continue practicing mindfulness to help with school achievement.”
With gratitude,
Mrs. Amanda