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Mrs. Gondek-Stanko from Oak Park, MI is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Help Get Trauma-Informed School Workbooks to All Students

Help me give my students and myself the necessary tools to streamline my process with the kids

  • 5 donors
  • $278 still needed

expires Nov 22

  • 5 donors
  • $278 still needed
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My Project

In a school setting, trauma-informed worksheets and therapy books play a crucial role in supporting children of all ages by providing structured guidance and therapeutic tools to navigate their emotions and experiences. These resources are meticulously designed to address the diverse needs of students who may have encountered various forms of trauma, ranging from domestic violence to natural disasters or loss.

Firstly, trauma-informed worksheets offer a safe and structured way for children to express their feelings and thoughts.

Through activities like journal prompts, drawing exercises, and reflection questions, students can articulate their emotions, which is often the first step towards healing. By engaging with these materials, children learn to identify and regulate their emotions, fostering emotional resilience and self-awareness.

Secondly, therapy books tailored for different age groups provide age-appropriate information and coping strategies. These books often use storytelling and illustrations to explain complex feelings and situations in a way that is accessible and relatable to children. They not only validate the child's experiences but also offer practical tools for managing stress and anxiety.

Moreover, integrating trauma-informed worksheets and therapy books into the school curriculum promotes a supportive environment where educators can better understand and respond to students' emotional needs. Teachers trained in trauma-informed practices can use these resources to create inclusive classrooms and develop personalized support plans for students who require additional assistance.

Mrs. Gondek-Stanko
Grades 3-5

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Text Revision Dsm-5-tr • Amazon Business $127.44 1 $127.44
Conducting Behavioral and Social-Emotional Assessments in MTSS: Screen to Intervene • Amazon Business $46.95 1 $46.95
Improving School Climate: Practical Strategies to Reduce Behavior Problems and Promote Social and Emotional Learning • Amazon Business $31.96 1 $31.96
CBT Toolbox for Depressed, Anxious & Suicidal Children and Adolescents: Over 220 Worksheets and Therapist Tips to Manage Moods, Build Positive Coping Skills & Develop Resiliency • Amazon Business $27.53 1 $27.53
Building Trauma-Sensitive Schools: Your Guide to Creating Safe, Supportive Learning Environments for All Students • Amazon Business $26.40 1 $26.40
Trauma-Informed Social-Emotional Toolbox for Children & Adolescents: 116 Worksheets & Skill-Building Exercises to Support Safety, Connection & Empowerment • Amazon Business $22.15 1 $22.15
Coping Skills for Teens Workbook: 60 Helpful Ways to Deal with Stress, Anxiety and Anger • Amazon Business $19.95 1 $19.95
Index Tabs for DSM-5-TR, 94 Printed DSM-V-TR Tabs and 18 Blank Tab Stickers, with Alignment Card and Abbreviation Description Cards for The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders. • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
The Dialectical Behavior Therapy Skills Workbook: Practical DBT Exercises for Learning Mindfulness, Interpersonal Effectiveness, Emotion Regulation, ... (A New Harbinger Self-Help Workbook) • Amazon Business $14.99 1 $14.99
Guided Art Therapy Card Deck: 75 Activities to Explore Your Feelings and Manage Your Emotional Well-Being • Amazon Business $13.59 1 $13.59
The Attachment Theory Workbook: Powerful Tools to Promote Understanding, Increase Stability, and Build Lasting Relationships (Attachment Theory in Practice) • Amazon Business $8.99 1 $8.99

Materials cost

$355.94

Vendor shipping charges

FREE

Sales tax

$0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.34

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$391.28

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$69.05

Total project goal

$460.33

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

$460.33

3 Donors

-$136.00

Donations toward project cost

-$123.10

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$12.90

match offer

-$38.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$32.30

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$5.70

Excluded support for DonorsChoose

-$8.82

Still needed View calculationHide calculation

$277.51

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