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Ms. Goodwin's Classroom

  • Herbert Hoover Elementary School
  • Langhorne, PA
  • More than a third of 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

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Past projects 4

  • Wobble and Learn in Kindergarten!

    Funded Aug 26, 2022

    From the bottom of my heart, thank you for supporting my kindergarten classroom. I am blow away by the generosity of my family, friends, past student families, incoming student families and colleagues. I can't wait to see my kiddos faces when they walk through the classroom door and realize this is not a traditional classroom. They will have choice and flexibility in where and what they sit on each and every day. I can't wait to see all my kiddos Wobble and Learn in Kindergarten!”

    With gratitude,

    Ms. Goodwin

    This classroom project was brought to life by Bill Gates and 9 other donors.
  • Learning to Read at the Perfect Table

    Funded Apr 13, 2020

    Thank you so much for supporting my students by giving them the perfect table to learn how to read. Unfortunately, due to the global pandemic, we have not been able to learn how to read at this table. I have received the table and am beyond eager to use this table with my students when it is deemed safe. Whether it is this year or next year, I know this table is going to provide many opportunities to get my kiddos reading. I have many great books and center activities I plan to use at this table!

    Thank you again for your generosity and helping ensure my kiddos have positive experiences when learning to read.

    Stay safe and healthy!”

    With gratitude,

    Ms. Goodwin

  • Bouncing and Learning in Kindergarten!

    Funded Jun 30, 2019

    My class has used these bouncy chairs everyday. I have seen smiles, straight backs, and kids who are excited to come to class everyday. These balls are one of four flexible seating choices my class has. We are still in the process of learning the appropriate and safe ways to sit on the balls. Within the next two weeks my students will have the opportunity to pick their seats each morning. This will allow them to take responsibility for their learning. I am very excited to see all that these these balls will allow my class to accomplish this year.

    Thank you!”

    With gratitude,

    Ms. Goodwin

    This classroom project was brought to life by Google.org and 5 other donors.
  • Wobbling Around in Kindergarten

    Funded Feb 9, 2019

    Thank you so much for supporting my classroom project. When the materials arrived, we had a big opening party. The smiles and excitement on my students' face was priceless. My students' have loved using these new materials in the classroom. Every morning when my students' come in they grab a seat cushion to sit on. I always have students' asking me when we can get more of them so they can all have one to sit on. I have seen a huge growth in my students' ability to focus on a lesson because of these cushions. The new table, wobble stools, and colorful stools have made our centers run smoothly. My students are always so eager to go sit at any of those spots. When we are not doing centers, I am always asked if they can go sit anywhere. It is because of your generosity I have been able to give my students the flexible seating they deserve.

    Thank you for all of your support!”

    With gratitude,

    Ms. Goodwin

There are so many children who struggle with sitting still while completing their work. That doesn't mean they are not listening or that they are trying to break the rules. It is simply just too hard for them to stay put. These children cannot control their movement. They need something to help them get their wobbles out while doing their work. I have decided to help not only my children who struggle with this but all of my students. Every child should have the chance to get their fidgets out throughout the day. I want my students to have the opportunity to do this through more flexible seating options. My students will be able to use the new table and wobble stools to work on their writing during Daily 5. My students will be using the stools when they are working with the teacher one-on-one or during small groups. Lastly, students will have the option to use a wobble seat cushion on the rug, a chair, or on the floor at any point during the day. These flexible seating options will not only help my students who have difficulty sitting still but all of my students. Studies have proven how effective movement is for young children. Movement activates the brain in ways that sitting still never can! These materials improve student learning and engagement thus allowing for even more learning to occur!

About my class

There are so many children who struggle with sitting still while completing their work. That doesn't mean they are not listening or that they are trying to break the rules. It is simply just too hard for them to stay put. These children cannot control their movement. They need something to help them get their wobbles out while doing their work. I have decided to help not only my children who struggle with this but all of my students. Every child should have the chance to get their fidgets out throughout the day. I want my students to have the opportunity to do this through more flexible seating options. My students will be able to use the new table and wobble stools to work on their writing during Daily 5. My students will be using the stools when they are working with the teacher one-on-one or during small groups. Lastly, students will have the option to use a wobble seat cushion on the rug, a chair, or on the floor at any point during the day. These flexible seating options will not only help my students who have difficulty sitting still but all of my students. Studies have proven how effective movement is for young children. Movement activates the brain in ways that sitting still never can! These materials improve student learning and engagement thus allowing for even more learning to occur!

About my class

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