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Ms. Pratt from San Ramon, CA is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Getting Comfortable Reading

Help me give my students a variety of flexible seating options in our classroom.

  • $355 goal

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Flexible seating is a remarkable concept that can greatly benefit sixth graders in their learning environment. Imagine a classroom where students have the freedom to choose where and how they sit. Flexible seating allows students to select seating arrangements that best suit their learning preferences and needs. Flexible seating encourages a sense of autonomy and responsibility, empowering students to make decisions about their learning environment. When sixth graders can choose to sit in bean bags or work in cozy corners, they become more engaged and motivated, as they feel a sense of ownership over their space. This fosters a positive attitude towards learning and nurtures a culture of independence.

When students are at ease physically, their minds are more receptive to absorbing information and immersing themselves in the content.

Comfortable seating, such as bean bags or cushioned chairs, reduces distractions and encourages longer periods of engagement with books, fostering a love for reading and improving overall comprehension. This positive connection between comfort and reading can lead to increased motivation to explore new books and ideas, contributing to the development of strong literacy skills and a lifelong passion for learning.

Ms. Pratt Iron Horse Middle School Grades 6-8

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San Ramon, CA View local requests 59 students impacted 10donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Posh Creations Bean Bag Chair for Kids, Teens, and Adults Includes Removable and Machine Washable Cover, Soft Faux Rabbit Fur - Brown, 38in - Large • Amazon Business $51.74 3 $155.22
6 Pcs Round Throw Pillow Wood Slice Chair Pillow Decorative Wood Sofa Pillow Tree Stump Floor Cushion Natural Wood Cushion Pillow 3D Digital Printing Forest Decor for Bedroom Living Room (Stylish) • Amazon Business $44.99 2 $89.98

Materials cost

$245.20

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $22.44

3rd party payment processing fee

$3.68

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$301.32

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$53.17

Total project goal

$354.49

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $354.49

8 Donors

-$294.49

Donations toward project cost

-$250.32

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$44.17

match offer

-$60.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$51.00

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$9.00

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 $0.00

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