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Dr. Richmond from Brooklyn, NY is requesting books through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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Still Mind: Building a Safe Space

Help me give my students tools to help support emotional and social well-being. This includes books, small toys, Conversation Cards, and more.

  • 7 donors
  • $642 goal

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My Project

I am requesting these mindfulness supplies for my students to support their emotional well-being and help them navigate the stresses of daily life. Many of my students face significant challenges, including exposure to trauma, family instability, and academic pressures. In this environment, it can be difficult for students to focus on their studies or regulate their emotions, which can affect their overall success and mental health.

Mindfulness practices have been shown to improve emotional regulation, reduce stress, and enhance focus, all of which are critical for students’ success in and out of the classroom.

By introducing mindfulness exercises, such as breathing techniques, guided meditation, and body awareness, students can learn to manage their emotions, reduce anxiety, and build resilience. This, in turn, helps create a more positive and productive learning environment where students are able to engage fully in their academic work and build stronger interpersonal relationships.

The supplies I am requesting, such as calming tools, coloring books, and mindfulness resources, will provide my students with practical ways to practice mindfulness both individually and in groups. These supplies will also help create a dedicated space for students to take breaks, reflect, and regain emotional balance when needed. By fostering mindfulness in a safe space, we are giving students the tools they need to navigate challenges with greater self-awareness and calmness.

Mindfulness is a powerful tool for promoting mental health and academic success, and I believe it will make a significant difference in the lives of my students. By supporting this request, we can offer students a chance to develop lifelong skills for managing stress and building emotional resilience, which will be beneficial in their overall success.

Dr. Richmond Science Technical & Research High School Grades 6-8

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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Brooklyn, NY View local requests

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

300 students impacted 7donors

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Materials Cost Quantity Total
6 Book Set: Lee & Low PRETEEN Mental Health Bundle #1 (ages 8-12) YA Books for Classroom Library - social emotional learning • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $90.00 1 $90.00
Smiley Face Foam Stress Balls • Nasco $11.01 5 $55.05
2 Plush Dolls: ZURI & DRE (12.75" & 11.5" representative toys for social emotional learning, calming corner) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $48.00 1 $48.00
Zhehao 20 Pieces Motivational Stress Ball Bulk for Adults Square Shape Brain Stress Relief Balls Quotes Foam Dice for Kids Classroom School Supplies Social Emotional Learning Anxiety Toys, 5 Colors • Amazon Business $18.99 2 $37.98
Cra-Z-art Crayon Bulk Class Pack 800ct 16 Assorted Colors Back To School Supply List Essential, Bulk Pack for School Supply Rooms and In Class For Teachers • Amazon Business $32.49 1 $32.49
Conversation Cards for Kids – 400 Convo Starters for Family Game Night or Dinner – Road Trip Must Haves – Travel Games for Children Age 8-12 – Connect and Build Social Emotional Learning Skills • Amazon Business $25.47 1 $25.47
Wheel of Feelings Tapestry Emotion Wheel Tapestry Large Feelings Wheel Tapestry Hanging Mental Health Behavior Chart for Social Emotional Learning Counseling Office Decor 51.2 x 59.1 In(Light Color) • Amazon Business $11.99 2 $23.98
A Kids Book About Empathy - social emotional learning collection (hardcover) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $20.00 1 $20.00
Mindfulness Coloring Book for Teens and Adults: A book filled with floral and tree mandalas that promote a stress relieving and calming coloring ... Coloring Books for Adults, Teens and Kids) • Amazon Business $9.99 2 $19.98
Hanaive 12 Pcs Learning Conversation Cubes Social Emotional Learning Activities Family Dice Game Speech Therapy for Kids Teacher Family Classroom (Wood) • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
Calm Your Mind Mindfulness Coloring Book • Amazon Business $8.99 2 $17.98
Mindfulness Coloring Book: A Relaxing Coloring Therapy Gift Book for Adults Relaxation with Stress Relieving, Nature Art Designs and Mindful Patterns to Relax Your Mind, Body and Soul • Amazon Business $7.97 2 $15.94
4 Pop FIDGET Toy Bundle (assorted designs; social emotional learning focus tools, sensory calming corner, mental health, emotional awareness fidgets) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $15.00 1 $15.00
Feelings Coloring Book for Kids: Social Emotional Learning Mandala Words Book 1 (TEACH SEL) • Amazon Business $7.17 2 $14.34
WILSHIN 72 Count Colored Pencils Set, Professional Color Pencils for Adult Coloring Books, Soft Core Artist Sketching Drawing Pencils Drawing Supplies for Adults Kids, Back to School Art Supplies Kit • Amazon Business $13.99 1 $13.99
The Magically Mindful Me: Mindfulness Coloring Book for Kids • Amazon Business $6.99 2 $13.98
The Kids' Book of Diversity: Empathy, Kindness and Respect for Differences (The Kids' Books of Social Emotional Learning) • Amazon Business $12.99 1 $12.99
Mindfulness Coloring Book for Teens & Adults • Amazon Business $6.29 2 $12.58
DREAMING MANDALA. Adult Coloring Book: Over 50 Prints of Beautiful Relaxing Mandala Art. Mindfulness Coloring Book for Adults Relaxation. Stress & Anxiety Relief ● Anti-Stress Patterns for Women & Men • Amazon Business $5.99 2 $11.98
Colored Pencils for Adult Coloring Books, 72 Count Colored Pencils Set for Sketching, Drawing, Coloring & Painting, Pre-sharpened Coloring Pencils for Kids Beginners, Ideal Art Supplies for Artists • Amazon Business $7.99 1 $7.99

Materials cost

$507.71

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$7.62

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$545.33

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$96.23

Total project goal

$641.56

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $641.56

5 Donors

-$325.77

Donations toward project cost

-$276.91

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$48.86

Matching donations from our partners

-$315.79

Match offers toward project cost

-$268.42

Match offers to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$47.37

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