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Mrs. Padilla from Los Angeles, CA is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Calming Area

Help me give my students the opportunity to learn about emotions in our calssroom.

  • $932 goal

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This project is a part of the Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month celebration because it supports a Latino teacher or a school where the majority of students are Latino.

My Project

The malterials will help my students identify and label emotions which is an important first step. Children who learn how to understand emotions in themselves and others are better able to regulate their own responses to strong emotions. Providing students with a safe place where they can regulate emotions has been proven to help kids control impulsive behavior, improve communication skills, better understand and positively cope with their emotions. Learning about emotions also helps build better relationships. Helping children become aware of their emotions can help them talk about their feelings more clearly, avoid or resolve conflicts better, and move past difficult feelings more easily.

Mrs. Padilla 36th Street Early Education Center 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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More than three‑quarters 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 1donor

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
LEGO 10698 Large Creative Brick Box Classic Age 4-99 / 790 Pieces / New • Amazon Business $69.99 2 $139.98
Strictly Briks Classic Brick Stackable Baseplates Set - Rainbow, 12 Pieces Set - 10 x 10 Inch Building Baseplates for Ages 3 and Up, Compatible with All Major Brands • Amazon Business $36.98 2 $73.96
My Feelings My Choices Flip Book Tool for teaching handling 22 different emotions for children (5"x6.5") Young N Refined • Amazon Business $16.95 4 $67.80
Big Joe Milano Beanbag Chair Navy Smartmax • Amazon Business $49.00 1 $49.00
Pull, Stretch and Squeeze Stress Balls by YoYa Toys - 3 Pack - Elastic Construction Sensory Balls - Ideal for Stress and Anxiety Relief, Special Needs, Autism, Disorders and More • Amazon Business $21.99 2 $43.98
Play-Doh Modeling Compound 24-Pack Case of Colors, Non-Toxic, Multi-Color, 3-Ounce Cans, Ages 2 and up (Amazon Exclusive) • Amazon Business $20.99 2 $41.98
Cllayees 16 Pcs Wooden Stacking Blocks Rocks Building Toys, Colored Solid Wood Stones Pre-School Educational Games Creative Toys for Kids Toddlers • Amazon Business $11.99 3 $35.97
hand2mind Mindful Maze Boards, Finger Path Breathing Boards, Calming Corner Toys, Mindfulness for Kids, Social Emotional Learning, Sensory Toys for Sensory Play, Anxiety Relief Items, Play Therapy • Amazon Business $13.87 2 $27.74
A Little SPOT of Emotion 8 Plush Toys with Feelings Book Box Set • Amazon Business $26.08 1 $26.08
hand2mind Express Your Feelings Pocket Chart, Classroom Decor, Feelings Chart, Preschool Teacher Supplies, Daycare Essentials, Social Emotional Learning Activities, Calm Down Corner Classroom Supplies • Amazon Business $24.99 1 $24.99
Learning Resources Good Behaviour Buckets, Social Emotional Toy, Preschool Toy, Ages 3+, Multi • Amazon Business $21.99 1 $21.99
Creativity for Kids Sensory Bin: Outer Space - Preschool and Toddler Sensory Toys, Fine Motor Skills Toys and Sensory Activities for Kids Ages 3+ • Amazon Business $19.99 1 $19.99
hand2mind Learn About Feelings Set, Social Skills Games for Kids, 10 Social Emotional Learning Activities, 30 Emotion Cards, 1 Feelings Chart, Calming Corner, Play Therapy Games, Preschool Learning • Amazon Business $19.18 1 $19.18
TeeTurtle | The Original Reversible Octopus Plushie | Patented Design | Sensory Fidget Toy for Stress Relief | Light + Dark Purple | Happy + Angry | Show your mood without saying a word! • Amazon Business $15.00 1 $15.00
TeeTurtle | The Original Reversible Octopus Plushie | Patented Design | Black and Rainbow | Show your mood without saying a word! • Amazon Business $15.00 1 $15.00
TeeTurtle | The Original Reversible Unicorn Plushie | Patented Design | Light/Dark Rainbow | Show Your Mood Without Saying a Word! • Amazon Business $15.00 1 $15.00
Andi Cppss 9PCS Mental Health Posters for Wall Art, Emotional Counseling Wall Decor, Therapy Counseling Positive Encouragement Wall Art, CBT Therapy Wall Decor for Office, Anxiety Treatment Posters • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Breathe Like a Bear: 30 Mindful Moments for Kids to Feel Calm and Focused Anytime, Anywhere (Mindfulness Moments for Kids) • Amazon Business $12.89 1 $12.89
6 Pieces Feelings Posters Feelings Chart and Keep Calm Emotions Chart Posters Behavior Management Poster for Toddlers Preschool Kindergarten and Elementary School Calm Down Corner Decorations • Amazon Business $10.99 1 $10.99
The Color Monster: A Story About Emotions • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99
Carson Dellosa Be Clever Wherever Calm Down Kit, Kindergarten-Grade 5 Calming Strategies and Relaxation Exercises with Reference Charts, EZ-Spin Wheel, Fidgets, Reference Sticker (10 pc) • Amazon Business $5.00 1 $5.00

Materials cost

$688.50

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $63.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$10.33

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$791.83

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$139.73

Total project goal

$931.56

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $931.56

1 Donor

-$791.83

Donations toward project cost

-$791.83

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$0.00

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$139.73

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 $0.00

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