I work as a school counselor at a Title I school, which means the majority of my kiddos are from low-income families. The bulk of my job is to alleviate personal stressors in these children's lives so that they can be successful and effective members of society. The kids at my school are amazing little souls despite some of the horrors several of them have had to experience.
My Project
These counseling materials and activities will help students get away from their chaotic home lives and sometimes rigorous classrooms. My kids often come to my office to vent and receive encouragement.. It helps for them to engage in a meaningful and memorable conversation while playing a fun board game or relaxing their hands with some kinetic sand. Some of these items will be used for my "Calm Corner" where students who are experiencing intense feelings of sadness or anger come to cool down and get their mind away from a situation. These items are also good fidget toys for students who have a hard time paying attention and staying still and focused. I will use these items in my classroom when I have small groups and individual counseling.
More than three‑quarters 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
Kinetic Sand, Castle Containers 10-Color Pack for Kids Aged 3 and up
• Amazon Business
$19.99
2
$39.98
Gaiam Kids Stay-N-Play Children's Balance Ball - Flexible School Chair Active Classroom Desk Alternative Seating | Built-In Stay-Put Soft Stability Legs, Includes Air Pump, 45cm, Blue
• Amazon Business
$19.98
2
$39.96
Brookstone Play Sand Kit for Kids with Blue Sand, Wood Sand Box Tray and Molds
• Amazon Business
$29.99
1
$29.99
Making It Better: Activities for Children Living in a Stressful World
• Amazon Business
$24.95
1
$24.95
32 Pack Sensory Fidget Toys Set，Stress Relief Hand Toys for Adults Kids ADHD ADD Anxiety Autism, Perfect for Birthday Party Favors, School Classroom Rewards, Carnival Prizes, Pinata Goodie Bag Fillers
• Amazon Business
$19.99
1
$19.99
SadoTech White Wireless Doorbell Kit: Model C Wireless Doorbell for Home with 1 Push Button Transmitter and 1 Receiver - Waterproof, Long Range Wireless Door Bell - Battery Operated Door Bells
• Amazon Business
$18.99
1
$18.99
The Original Mood Flipbook for Kids; 20 Different Moods/Emotions; Autism; ADHD; Help Kids Identify Feelings and Make Positive Choices; Laminated Pages (Monster Flipbook)
• Amazon Business
$16.79
1
$16.79
VIAHART 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
$14.99
1
$14.99
LovesTown Emoji Stress Balls,24 Pcs Emoji Face Squeeze Balls for Hand Wrist Finger Exercise Stress Relief Therapy Squeeze
• Amazon Business
$13.99
1
$13.99
Materials cost
$219.63
Vendor shipping charges
FREE
Sales tax
$17.90
3rd party payment processing fee
$3.29
Fulfillment labor & materials
$30.00
Total project cost
$270.82
Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms
$47.79
Total project goal
$318.61
How we calculate what's needed
Total project goal
$318.61
1 Donor
-$318.61
Donations toward project cost
-$270.82
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