Our classroom includes 19-21 Kindergartners eager to learn and take part in daily activities that help them grow. I have many students from all types of backgrounds and cultures. Many students have autism and ADHD needs that need to be addressed in our classrooms. We strive to build a community in our classroom and create a family atmosphere for each child.
All children need to be encouraged to learn in a way that is most comfortable for them.
We work hard for many hours in our classrooms and as 5 -6 year old kiddos, they need lots of ways to channel the energy their little bodies need to burn. As the world is requiring more and more academic performance out of these students, we feel the pressure of meeting these expectations while still accommodating individual student needs.
My Project
I am an advocate of exercise in little bodies. Many students do not get the movement they require to be successful in school or at home. I know that giving kids multiple ways to get sensory input while sitting will ensure we meet those needs.The items I have requested allow my students to move while learning. I interviewed my current students and they told me what they like about the few items I have in my room that allow movement. One child with autism explained that the scoop rocker we have helps him to be calm while rocking. They also said they enjoy being able to choose different seats that make them comfortable. Yoga mats have been requested so that we may incorporate more mindful, quiet movement in our class. The wobble chairs are perfect for little bodies that need to move while also listening to a lesson.
I hope to create a classroom that is meant for small children and a place they are excited to come to each day.
Classroom organization is also very important in our room as we don't always have a lot of space so the carpet dots will give the children a sense of ownership in their own spot to work. I have found that kids love to work on the floor as do I. I understand allowing children to choose can sometimes be overwhelming, but if there are plenty of options in our flexible seating, I trust they will be happier and more successful.
Kore Kids Wobble Chair - Flexible Seating Stool for Classroom & Elementary School, ADD/ADHD - Made in USA - Age 6-7, Grade 1-2, Black (14in)
• Amazon Business
$52.99
4
$211.96
Norwood Commercial Furniture NOR-AUH1200AC-SO Plastic Stack Stools 12" Height (Pack of 5), Red, Blue, green, Yellow, Purple
• Amazon Business
$67.51
1
$67.51
Kindergie Yoga Mat for Kids with Special Teaching Design – Child Size Yoga mat for Boys & Girls 2 to 10 Years Old – Thick & Non Toxic Yoga Mat for Toddlers and Children
• Amazon Business
$29.94
2
$59.88
ECR4Kids The Surf Portable Lap Desk/Laptop Stand/Writing Table, Black
• Amazon Business
$25.00
2
$50.00
CLOVER DOTS, 7 inch Large Carpet Spot Circles, 35 Sitting Markers per Pack for Teachers and Children in Kindergarten and Preschool Classrooms, 7 Bright Colors
• Amazon Business
$29.99
1
$29.99
Spot On Numbers 1–36 Carpet Markers 4-inch (TCR77005)
• Amazon Business
$25.99
1
$25.99
Materials cost
$445.33
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$36.29
3rd party payment processing fee
$6.68
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$518.30
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$91.46
Total project goal
$609.76
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$609.76
6 Donors
-$303.00
Donations toward project cost
-$261.30
Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
-$41.70
match offer
-$302.35
Match offer toward project cost
-$257.00
Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
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