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Ms. Liz from Brooklyn, NY is requesting flexible seating through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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The Calming Corner

Help me give my students a calming corner for when they are feeling anxious or stressed!

  • $482 goal

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My Students

My class is the perfect mix of students from different backgrounds, abilities, and interests. While some are strong readers, others are still mastering letter recognition and sounds. Similarly, some students have excelled at mathematical concepts and practices, yet others are still trying to identify numerals one through ten. Although their skills fall all across the spectrum, one thing they all have in common is their love for school, learning, and life!

In the classroom, inclusion and a sense of community is just as important as education!

We work together to keep the room safe and harmonious; we celebrate one another and our differences, and we always strive to lift others up with kind words. Even though at times some may struggle with the curriculum, getting along, and following directions, one thing I can count on from this vivacious and curious group of children is that they never give up! They are the future!

My Project

This is my first year teaching a self contained class. My class consists of students with different disabilities that require differentiation and modification to make the curriculum accessible for all! My students need frequent redirection and time for 'breaks' after a non preferred task. I want to offer my students a calming corner in my room where they can relieve anxiety through stress balls, calming lights, feelings books and a chart, as well as sensory toys to stimulate them. My students would benefit greatly from a break after completing a difficult task or when they are not feeling they are their best self in the calming corner!

Ms. Liz PS 139 Alexine A Fenty Grades PreK-2

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

12 students impacted 5donors

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
Round Pillow Cushion for Couch Velvet Decorative Small Throw Pillow Solid Color for Living Room Bed Floor 13.7”, Navy Blue • Amazon Business $18.99 3 $56.97
PAGISOFE Grey Fluffy Shag Area Rugs for Bedroom 5x7, Soft Fuzzy Shaggy Rugs for Living Room Carpet Nursery Floor Girls Dorm Room Rug • Amazon Business $52.24 1 $52.24
A Little SPOT of Emotion 8 Plush Toys with Feelings Book Box Set • Amazon Business $26.32 1 $26.32
Himalayan Glow 1002 Crystal, 5-7 Lbs, Salt Lamp • Amazon Business $24.47 1 $24.47
KLT Sensory Stress Balls Set - Squishy Balls Fidget Toy for Kids 12 Pack - Stress Relief Balls for Adults Anxiety - Autism Sensory Toy with Water Beads- Squeeze Toys for Hand Exercise(Stress Balls) • Amazon Business $22.95 1 $22.95
Small Fish Sensory Stress Ball Set for Kids and Adults, 12 Pack Stress Relief Fidget Balls Filled with Water Beads to Relax, Decompress, and Focus, Squishy Toys for Children with Autism, and ADHD • Amazon Business $22.95 1 $22.95
Color Changing Mood Pencil for Kid 2B Changing Pencil Assorted Color Thermochromic Pencils with Eraser for Students (60 Pieces) • Amazon Business $21.99 1 $21.99
HeyWhey Liquid Motion Bubbler Timer- Ideal Sensory Toy for Kids and Adults, 3-Pack, Calming Stress Relief Fidget Toys for Kids with ADHD, Anxiety, and Autism,Desk Decor for Special Education Classroom • Amazon Business $19.95 1 $19.95
24 Pack Bundle Sensory Fidget Toys Set-Liquid Motion Timer/Grape Ball/Mochi Squishy/Stretchy String/Flippy Chain/Easter Egg/Marble Mesh/Squeeze Bean/Cube for Autistic Kids, ADHD, Anti-Stress Toys • Amazon Business $17.99 1 $17.99
Thought-Spot I Know What to Do Feeling/Moods Book & Poster; Different Moods/Emotions; Autism; ADHD; Helps Kids Identify Feelings and Make Positive Choices; Laminated (FLIPBOOK) • Amazon Business $17.95 1 $17.95
Anxus Liquid Motion Bubbler Timer and Moving Sand Art Picture 2 Pack, Art Activity Calm Relaxing Stress Relief Fidget Toys,Desk Decor(Blue) • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Sand Timer ,XINBAOHONG Hourglass Sand Timer 5 Minutes 15 Minutes Timer Clock for Kids Games Classroom Home Office Kitchen Use (Pack of 2) (6.3''X 3.2'', 5 Min(Blue) and 15 Min(Green)) • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
Emoji Feelings Chart and Keep Calm Posters - Laminated 14x19.5 - Emotions Chart, Educational Classroom Posters and Decorations, Back to School Supplies, Virtual Learning, Preschool Kindergarten and Elementary School • Amazon Business $15.99 1 $15.99
JARCOLD Sensory Fidget Bubble Toy, Stress Reliever ,Squeeze Sensory Toy, Silicone Stress Reliever Toy, Set of 4, Square • Amazon Business $11.99 1 $11.99
Educational Insights Playfoam Shape & Learn Alphabet Set, Flash Card Set, Preschoolers Learn to Write, Valentines Day Gift for Boys & Girls, Ages 3+ • Amazon Business $10.32 1 $10.32
Impresa Products 5-Pack of Stretchy String Fidget / Sensory Toys (BPA/Phthalate/Latex-Free) - Stretches from 10 Inches to 8 Feet! • Amazon Business $9.89 1 $9.89
nutty toys 8 pk Pop Tube Sensory Toys - Fine Motor Skills & Learning for Toddlers, Top ADHD Fidget 2022, Unique Kids & Adults Valentines Day Gift Idea for Him & Her, Best Tween Boy & Girl Present • Amazon Business $8.97 1 $8.97

Materials cost

$373.92

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$5.61

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$409.53

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$72.27

Total project goal

$481.80

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $481.80

5 Donors

-$481.80

Donations toward project cost

-$409.53

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$72.27

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