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Mrs. Smith from Boise, ID is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Active Seating for Active Minds!

Help me give my students flexible seating options such as wiggle stools and butterfly stools for their busy and active bodies so they can maximize their busy and active minds!

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My Students

A lot of my kindergarteners come into school a little nervous but with open hearts and minds ready for adventure! In my class, we spend time getting to know each other’s strengths and weaknesses so we can support each other in all our endeavors.

We become a family as we learn and grow together.

It is always so rewarding watching the kids work together to reach their individual goals. Witnessing their growth throughout the year in all aspects is why I love teaching kindergarten.

My Project

Kindergarten is such a huge milestone in every kid’s life! I love teaching kindergarten because the kids come in fresh with open minds and hearts ready to learn. It is also many kids’ first time in a school/classroom setting. With that being said, these 5 and 6 year olds are going from being able to move a lot throughout the day, to being expected to sit and focus for long periods of time. My goal is to have different, flexible seating options for my students at each table.

Studies have shown that when you add movement to learning, they comprehend and retain that information better.

Even though the majority of my lessons are movement based, there are times where sitting is necessary. This can be very difficult at this age. With these various seating options, I believe my students will be able to focus more on what we are learning rather than their need to move. Help me give these kids the freedom to exercise their minds and bodies at the same time, giving them the ultimate opportunity to do their best learning!

Mrs. Smith Desert Sage Elementary School Grades PreK-2

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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

50 students impacted 6donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Storex Wiggle Stool, Adjustable Height 12”, 14”, 16”, or 18” for Active Seating in The Classroom, Teal (00306U01C) • Amazon Business $46.24 5 $231.20
FDP 10442-CT SoftScape Butterfly Stool Modular Seating Set for Toddlers and Kids, 10" Height • Amazon Business $125.34 1 $125.34
B. Toys by Battat Spaces by Battat – Kids Furniture Set – 1 Craft Table & 2 Kids Chairs with Natural Wooden Legs (Ivory) • Amazon Business $84.95 1 $84.95
Trideer Balance Disc Wobble Cushion Wiggle Seat on Office Desk Chair, Strengthen Core Stability, Relive Back Pain & Improve Posture & Physical Therapy (Home & Classroom & Gym) • Amazon Business $14.99 5 $74.95
BalanceFrom Anti-Burst and Slip Resistant Exercise Ball Yoga Ball Fitness Ball Birthing Ball with Quick Pump, 2,000-Pound Capacity (38-45cm, S, Gray) • Amazon Business $9.61 5 $48.05

Materials cost

$564.49

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $34.15

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.47

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$637.11

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$112.43

Total project goal

$749.54

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $749.54

2 Donors

-$749.54

Donations toward project cost

-$637.11

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$112.43

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