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Mrs. Amely from Los Angeles, CA is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Calming Area

Help me give my students a calming corner to calm down when they're feeling those big feelings and help them focus in class!

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My Project

I'd love to create a calming corner for my students to be able to use when they need a calming break from class or when those emotions get too big!

A calming corner is a useful tool to help teach students self-awareness and self-management skills.

It helps them realize when they are upset, what those feelings feel like, and how to advocate for themselves to take a break. It will be made of soft, comfortable chairs, a rug, sensory items, and calming activities to complete. Once the student is calm, they can return to class ready to learn!

Mrs. Amely Ricardo Lizarraga Elementary School Grades 3-5

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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Los Angeles, CA View local requests

Nearly all 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

100 students impacted 2donors

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
LC840 - Natural Accents Leaves Classroom Carpet - 4 x 6 • Lakeshore Learning Materials $179.00 1 $179.00
LC405BU - Flex-Space Washable Comfy Floor Seat - Blue • Lakeshore Learning Materials $69.99 2 $139.98
Kids Play Tent, Razee Large Playhouse Tent Indoor, Play House Kids Tent Castle Tent for Girls Boys, Play Cottage • Amazon Business $69.99 1 $69.99
A Little SPOT of Feelings 8 Book Box Set (Book 25-32: Empathy, Frustration, Calm, Belonging, Worry, Boredom, Flexible Thinking, & Feelings Detective) • Amazon Business $44.42 1 $44.42
LC91 - Lakeshore Clear-View Storage Box • Lakeshore Learning Materials $10.99 4 $43.96
A Little SPOT of Emotion 8 Plush Toys with Feelings Book Box Set • Amazon Business $35.99 1 $35.99
Amazon Basics 3-Tier Rolling Utility or Kitchen Cart - White • Amazon Business $32.28 1 $32.28
TT232 - Mold Play Sensory Sand Set • Lakeshore Learning Materials $29.99 1 $29.99
Strathmore 100 Series Youth Drawing Pad, 9 by 12", 40 Sheets • Amazon Business $5.45 4 $21.80
VR154 - Squish Squeeze Sensory Beads • Lakeshore Learning Materials $19.99 1 $19.99
Yoya Toys Liquimo - Liquid Motion Bubbler for Kids and Adults (3-Pack) - Hourglass Liquid Bubbler - Timer for Sensory Play, Fidget Toy - Stress Management - Cool Desk Décor • Amazon Business $18.99 1 $18.99
Scribbledo Set of 6 Small White Board Dry Erase Boards Classroom Pack Mini White Boards 9"x12” Personal Whiteboards for Students Teachers School Supplies Lapboards l 6 Mini Whiteboard Erasers Included • Amazon Business $17.69 1 $17.69
TeeTurtle | The Original Reversible Octopus Plushie | Patented Design | Green and Aqua | Show your mood without saying a word! • Amazon Business $15.00 1 $15.00
GiftAmaz Mindful Maze Boards, Calming Toys for Kids, Finger Path Breathing Boards, Calming Corner Items Kids Social Emotional Learning, Mindfulness Sensory Toys Box for Kid 3 4 5 6 Year • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Sensory Water Beads Toy for Kids 6 Pack, Shapes Learning Toy for Toddlers, Fidget Stress Toys for Autism/ Anxiety Relief for Adults, Unique Boy & Girl Stocking Stuffers (Shape) • Amazon Business $13.69 1 $13.69
EE953 - Calm Down Cubes • Lakeshore Learning Materials $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
EXPO Low Odor Dry Erase Markers, Chisel Tip, Assorted Colors, 8 Count • Amazon Business $9.99 1 $9.99
Crayola 8 Ct Broad Line Washable Markers • Amazon Business $3.59 2 $7.18

Materials cost

$740.81

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $67.78

3rd party payment processing fee

$11.11

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$849.70

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$149.95

Total project goal

$999.65

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $999.65

1 Donor

-$499.82

Donations toward project cost

-$424.85

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$74.97

match offer

-$499.82

Match offer toward project cost

-$424.85

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$74.97

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