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Mrs. Weiss from Van Nuys, CA is requesting instructional technology through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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A Calm Oasis for Little Minds

Help me give my students a quiet and comfortable area for children to sit, calm down, or relax with soft lighting, rocking chairs, books about emotions, plush toys, and fidgets, creating a soothing atmosphere for little ones.

  • $598 goal

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Mrs. Weiss has another project! Donate to Curious Little Minds Want to Know! to help her classroom.

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My Project

Help us create a serene and nurturing "Quiet Corner" in our preschool classroom, where little minds can find comfort, learn to understand their emotions, and enjoy a calming oasis designed just for them. Our quiet corner will feature a cozy bench with cubbies for organizing our PreK books about emotions and rocking chairs designed for little bodies. A soft rug will provide a comfortable area for children to sit, lie down, or relax. Soft lighting, plush toys, and fidgets will create a soothing atmosphere, perfect to help little ones unwind.

In this inviting area, each item plays a crucial role in fostering tranquility and emotional growth.

The bench with storage offers a comfortable seating option for reading time while keeping our books organized. Two little scoop rocker chairs provide cozy spots for children to sit and rock gently, promoting relaxation. Soft LED lights will bathe the area in a gentle glow, making it a perfect retreat. Additionally, we'll include a variety of fidgets to help children self-regulate their emotions and focus their minds.

By contributing to this project, you will help create a calming environment that supports emotional well-being and fosters a love of learning in our youngest students. Join us in making this dream a reality and provide a peaceful retreat for little minds to thrive.

Mrs. Weiss Stagg Street Elementary School Grades PreK-2

Equity Focus

At this school, more than 50% of students are Black, Latino, and/or Native American, and more than 50% come from low-income households. Learn how your donation to this school supports a more equitable education.

This project will directly impact historically underfunded classrooms.

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Van Nuys, CA View local requests

More than half 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

24 students impacted 3donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Bright Autism Tap Tap Led Lights (10 Pc) – Touch Sensitive Lights, Visual Stimulation, Tactile and Visual Sensory Tool, Designed for Sensory Motor Aids, Hexagonal Wall Lights • Amazon Business $155.00 1 $155.00
RiverRidge Storage Bench, White With Navy Bins • Amazon Business $78.39 1 $78.39
Celestial Buddies: Little EARTH Buddy 9" Plush Space Fidget Toy • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $25.00 1 $25.00
Teacher Created Resources Fidget Box Sensory Fidget Tools, Set of 12 - Early Childhood-Elementary - Toddler • School Specialty $23.24 1 $23.24
American Plastic Toys Little Kids (2-Pack, Green) Scoop Rocker • Amazon Business $22.49 1 $22.49
Fidget Slug - 7.5" 3D Rainbow Color Sensory Fidget Toy • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $17.00 1 $17.00
Scientoy Fidget Toy Set, 35 Pcs Sensory Toy for ADD, OCD, Autistic Children, Adults, Anxiety Autism to Stress Relief and Anti Anxiety with Motion Timer, Perfect for Classroom Reward with Gift Box • Amazon Business $16.95 1 $16.95
I Feel Angry: Children's picture book about anger management for kids age 3 5 (Emotions & Feelings book for preschool) • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
I Like To Be Kind: Children's Book About Kindness for Preschool (Emotions & Feelings book for preschool) • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
I Feel Out Of Control: Children’s Emotions & Feelings, Kids Ages 3-8, Preschool, Kindergarten • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
The Impatient Dinosaur: (Children's Books About Emotions & Feelings, Kids Ages 3 5, Preschool, Kindergarten) (Kids Books about Feelings) • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
I Can Share: Children’s Books about Sharing, Emotions & Feelings, Age 3 5, Preschool, Kindergarten (Social Skills For Kids) • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Today I had a Bad Day: (Positive Thinking For Kids, Children’s Book Ages 3 5, Preschool, Kindergarten) (Emotional Regulation) • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
When I Make Mistakes: ( Kids Books About Emotions & Feelings, Children’s Books Ages 3 5, Preschool, Kindergarten) (Emotional Regulation) • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99

Materials cost

$430.00

Vendor shipping charges

 $2.32

Sales tax

 $39.34

3rd party payment processing fee

$6.45

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$508.11

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$89.67

Total project goal

$597.78

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $597.78

2 Donors

-$290.06

Donations toward project cost

-$261.55

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$28.51

match offer

-$290.07

Match offer toward project cost

-$246.56

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$43.51

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$17.65

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