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Ms. Washington from Houston, TX is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Life Hacks...NINJA Style!

Help me give my students the gift of social-emotional learning opportunities by providing them with materials that are easy to understand, relatable, and non-threatening.

  • 9 donors
  • $868 goal

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Celebrating Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

Celebrate Hispanic & Latinx Heritage Month

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

Teenagers are often a challenging and perplexing group. At times, they want to be treated like the adults, but at other times, they seek the childlike comfort of a trusted adult. It can seem like they are not learning the lessons we expect them to. What seems simple for adults can feel daunting for teenagers, especially when it comes to handling conflict, stress, and anxiety, or maintaining a growth mindset. It may not seem "cool" to ask for help, and feelings like nervousness, jealousy, and fatigue can be overwhelming for a teenager who lacks the skills to cope. This is where the Ninja Life Hacks series becomes valuable.

The Ninja Life Hacks book series provides essential social-emotional learning opportunities that remain relevant and impactful even for high school students.

While they may appear simple at first glance, these books effectively address intricate emotional concepts, character development, and life skills that teenagers should be cultivating. They topics like perseverance, anxiety, growth mindset, and emotional regulation—critical skills for high school students as they face increasing academic pressures, social interactions, and prepare for their future. These books can serve as accessible entry points for meaningful discussions about mental health, emotional intelligence, and personal growth. They are quick reads, yet they offer significant insights and information.

Moreover, the ninja theme connects with students and provides practical strategies for dealing with real-life challenges. Research consistently indicates that social-emotional learning enhances academic performance, improves relationship skills, and boosts self-awareness—outcomes that are especially vital during the transformative high school years. Using this books, I can create safe spaces for students to explore and discuss emotional intelligence while enhancing critical literacy skills. The series' accessibility also makes it an excellent resource for English language learners and students with diverse learning needs, fostering an inclusive classroom environment.

Ms. Washington Elsik Ninth Grade Center Grades 9-12

Celebrate Black teachers and kids! This project supports a Black teacher or a school where the majority of students are Black.

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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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

168 students impacted 9donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
Ninja Life Hacks Ninjas Go! 8 Book Box Set (Books 73-80: Ninjas Go to the Dentist, Ninjas Go to Work, Ninjas Go to Space, Ninjas Go to the Library, Ninjas Go to a Party….) • Amazon Business $59.99 1 $59.99
Ninja Life Hacks Mover and Shaker 8 Book Box Set (Books 25-32: Patient, Organized, Smart, Confident, Stressed, Hopeful, Communication, Funny) • Amazon Business $59.69 1 $59.69
Ninja Life Hacks Emotions and Feelings 8 Book Box Set (Books 1-8: Angry, Inventor, Positive, Lazy, Helpful, Earth, Grumpy, Kind) • Amazon Business $53.67 1 $53.67
Ninja Life Hacks Growth Mindset 8 Book Box Set (Books 9-16: Perfect, Money, Anxious, Gritty, Dishonest, Shy, Unplugged, Diversity) • Amazon Business $53.47 1 $53.47
Ninja Life Hacks Leadership 8 Book Box Set (Books 17-24: Focused, Calm, Brave, Compassionate, Masked, Inclusive, Grateful, Hangry) • Amazon Business $52.85 1 $52.85
Ninja Life Hacks Mindsets 8 Book Box Set (Books 65-72: Accountable, Respectful, Flexible Thinking, Consent, Entrepreneur, Healthy, Negative, Adaptable) • Amazon Business $51.64 1 $51.64
Ninja Life Hacks Social Awareness and Relationship Skills Box Set (Books 49-56: Sharing Ninja, Love Ninja, Quiet Ninja, Humble Ninja, Supportive ... Ninja, Listening Ninja, Compassionate Ninja) • Amazon Business $47.81 1 $47.81
Ninja Life Hacks Self Management 8 Book Box Set (Books 33-40: Impulsive, Lonely, Sad, Ambitious, Zen, Feelings, Motivated, Self Disciplined) • Amazon Business $47.09 1 $47.09
Ninja Life Hacks Decision Making Box Set (Books 57-64: Hard-working Ninja, Disappointed Ninja, Integrity Ninja, Investor Ninja, Problem Solving Ninja, eNinja, Caring Ninja, Curious Ninja) • Amazon Business $46.59 1 $46.59
Ninjas On Holiday Box Set (Books 81-88: I Love You, Little Ninja, St. Patrick's Day Race, Kind Ninja and the Easter Egg Hunt, I Love You, Mom -Earth Ninja, I Love You, Dad -Grumpy Ninja….) • Amazon Business $46.36 1 $46.36
Ninja Life Hacks Self Awareness 8 Book Box Set (Books 41-48: Frustrated Ninja, Nervous Ninja, Jealous Ninja, Growth Mindset Ninja, Forgetful Ninja, ... Emotionally Intelligent Ninja, Memory Ninja) • Amazon Business $42.78 1 $42.78
Ninja Life Hacks: Meet the Ninjas: The Ultimate Ninja Guide to Life • Amazon Business $12.69 2 $25.38
Ninja Life Hacks: Let's Talk Conversation Cards: (Children's Daily Activities Books, Children's Card Games Books, Children's Self-Esteem Books, Social Skills Activities for Kids) • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
Angry Ninja: A Children’s Book About Fighting and Managing Anger (Ninja Life Hacks) • Amazon Business $12.91 1 $12.91
Neurodivergent Ninja: A Children’s Book About the Gifts of Neurodiversity (Ninja Life Hacks) • Amazon Business $12.91 1 $12.91
Sensory Ninja: A Children’s Book About Sensory Superpowers and SPD, Sensory Processing Disorder (Ninja Life Hacks) • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
Tired Ninja: A Children's Book About How Being Tired Affects Your Mood, Focus and Behavior (Ninja Life Hacks) • Amazon Business $11.98 1 $11.98
Happy Ninja: A Social, Emotional Book for Kids, Teens, and Adults About the Power of the Daily D.O.S.E. (Ninja Life Hacks) • Amazon Business $11.98 1 $11.98
Social Ninja: A Children's Book About Making Friends (Ninja Life Hacks) • Amazon Business $11.98 1 $11.98
Integrity Ninja: A Social, Emotional Children's Book About Being Honest and Keeping Your Promises (Ninja Life Hacks) • Amazon Business $11.98 1 $11.98
Ninja Life Hacks: Calm Ninja Activity Book: (Mindful Activity Books for Kids, Emotions and Feelings Activity Books, Social Skills Activities for Kids, Social Emotional Learning) • Amazon Business $7.87 1 $7.87

Materials cost

$696.91

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$10.45

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$737.36

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$130.12

Total project goal

$867.48

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $867.48

7 Donors

-$652.48

Donations toward project cost

-$554.61

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$97.87

match offer

-$215.00

Match offer toward project cost

-$182.75

Match offer to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$32.25

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