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Mrs. Gates from Noble, OK is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Getting Us Back Together!!

Help me give my students the necessary items to participate in soft starts at the beginning of their school day and flexible seating in our classroom.

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Research has proven that the use of flexible seating, play-based learning and soft starts each morning in classrooms is more effective than traditional desks, direct-instruction approaches or blasting the students with work right when they walk into our classrooms. Some studies have shown in addition to improving play skills and narrative language ability, flexible seating, play-based learning and student choice has a positive influence on students’ cooperation, collaboration and communication among each other.

Most students have not been able to play with others in a close proximity since COVID-19 has started.

We have been instructing our students to have their personal space, face in the chromebook, etc. when they should be able to have those childhood interactions of playing with friends and communicating with others. Being able to give my students the opportunity to learn the peer communication skills will result in a positive attitude toward their learning.

Soft Starts and flexible seating in our classroom will encourage my students "work into" their day and have the choice of seating to make their learning the best it can be. Increased attentiveness and engagement with their own learning and with their peers is extremely important at this time in their lives.

Each item in this project is for reinforcing of concepts, completing STEAM activities with our whole class, or learning to cooperate and communicate with classmates. The bonus of this project is these items will be able to be utilized for years to come and with numerous students.

Some benefits for flexible seating can include increased engagement in lessons, intrinsic motivation, getting rid of excess energy, creating a better oxygen flow to the brain, and improving posture. Matthew T. Mahar wrote a paper which linked physical activity to higher academic performance, better health, and improved behavior.

Mrs. Gates John K Hubbard Elementary School Grades 3-5

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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

100 students impacted 2donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
HOOBRO Bar Table and Chairs Set, 47.2” Rectangular Pub Bar Table and 2 Bar Stools, 3-Piece Breakfast Table Set for Kitchen Living Room, Dining Room, Sturdy Metal Frame, Rustic Brown BF52BT01 • Amazon Business $131.99 2 $263.98
Vivora Luno Exercise Ball Chair, Clay Cover, Felt, Standard Size (22 to 24 inches), for Home Offices, Balance Training, Yoga Ball • Amazon Business $44.99 2 $89.98
ELONGDI 130 Pieces - Magnetic Building Sticks Building Blocks Set, Magnet Educational Toys Magnetic Blocks Sticks Stacking Toys Set, Non-Toxic Building Toy 3D Puzzle with Storage Bag • Amazon Business $18.69 3 $56.07
Brain Flakes 500 Piece Interlocking Plastic Disc Set - A Creative and Educational Alternative to Building Blocks - Tested for Children's Safety - A Great Stem Toy for Both Boys and Girls • Amazon Business $16.99 3 $50.97
Play-Doh Bulk Winter Colors 12-Pack of Non-Toxic Modeling Compound, 4-Ounce Cans • Amazon Business $13.99 3 $41.97
Upgraded Magnetic Blocks Tough Building Tiles STEM Toys for 3+ Year Old Boys and Girls Learning by Playing Games for Toddlers Kids Toys Compatible with Major Brands Building Blocks - Starter Set • Amazon Business $19.99 2 $39.98
OUCJIED 150 Pieces Building Blocks STEM Toys | Plastic Connector Toys | Interlocking Blocks Solid Plastic Creativity Toy for Preschool Kids Boys and Girls Aged 3+ • Amazon Business $13.29 3 $39.87
TOYLI Smart Coins 500 Pieces Interlocking Discs Set, STEM Connectors Kids Toy Building Blocks, STEM, Learning, Color Recognition, Circle Shapes for Girls Boys, Kids, Construction Gift • Amazon Business $18.99 2 $37.98
WorWoder Kids Magnetic Building Blocks Magic Magnetic 3D Puzzle Cubes, Set of 7 Multi Shapes Magnetic Blocks with 54 Guide Cards, Intelligence Developing and Stress Relief Fidget Toys for Kids Adults • Amazon Business $15.99 2 $31.98
BUILDZI by TENZI - The Fast Stacking Building Block Game for The Whole Family - 2 to 4 Players Ages 6 to 96 - Plus Fun Party Games for up to 8 Players • Amazon Business $29.95 1 $29.95
Full Size 3×3×3 2.2in Cube Set,Puzzle Party Toy, Eco-Friendly Material with Vivid Colors,Party Favor School Supplies Puzzle Game Set for Kids and Adults,Boys and Girls（10 Packs） • Amazon Business $22.99 1 $22.99
LESONG Brain Teasers Metal and Wooden Puzzles for Kids and Adults 9 Pack, Mind, IQ, and Logic Test and Handheld Disentanglement Games, 3D Coil Cast Wire Chain and Durable Wood Educational Toys • Amazon Business $19.59 1 $19.59
BSIRI Tic Tac Toe for Kids and Adults Coffee Table Living Room Decor and Desk Decor Family Games Night Classic Board Games Wood Rustic for Families Size 4 Inch • Amazon Business $8.59 2 $17.18
Learning Resources Intermediate Pattern Block Design Cards, Pattern, Pattern Blocks for Kids, Pattern Block Activities, for Grades 2-6, 36 Activities • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Ravensburger 12974 Pet School Pals 150 Piece Puzzles for Kids, Every Piece is Unique, Pieces Fit Together Perfectly • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
Coogam Metal Wire Puzzle Set of 16 with Pouch,Brain Teaser IQ Test Disentanglemen Iron Link Unlock Interlock Game Chinese Ring Magic Trick Toy for Party Favor Kids Adults Challenge • Amazon Business $10.98 1 $10.98

Materials cost

$782.45

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $63.77

3rd party payment processing fee

$11.74

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$887.96

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$156.70

Total project goal

$1,044.66

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $1,044.66

2 Donors

-$1,044.66

Donations toward project cost

-$887.96

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$156.70

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