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Ms. Michelle from New York, NY is requesting educational kits & games through DonorsChoose, the most trusted classroom funding site for teachers.

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You Are Capable!

Help me give my students sensory items and snacks for the ability to regulate their emotions, so they can be ready to learn.

  • $710 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

I am committed to creating a dedicated space within the classroom where students can go to manage their emotions and feelings, giving them the best opportunity to learn and thrive.

A well-designed area focused on social-emotional learning is increasingly essential in classrooms.

With the limited items I currently have in the classroom geared towards their emotional regulation, students have already shown an ability to regulate and return to learning. The additional items in this space will continue to support students in developing key skills such as self-awareness, self-management, responsible decision-making, and social awareness. The resources in this “comfort corner” will help students recognize their emotions through visual aids and provide them with effective strategies for managing those feelings. Here, students can engage in coping activities through sensory play with items like fidget tools, building blocks, and other tactile toys.

When students express the need for a break, I want to offer them a place specifically designed to help regulate their nervous systems. This area will provide not only the tools and visual resources to help them understand and process their emotions but also small incentives, like snacks, which can serve as a motivator and reinforce positive engagement with the space.

By promoting emotional regulation, this space will empower students to achieve a calm and focused state, which is critical for meaningful learning. It will also foster the motivation and inspiration they need to fully embrace their role as students.

Ms. Michelle Washington Heights Expeditionary Learning School Grades 9-12

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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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

230 students impacted 2donors

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Where your donation goes
Materials Cost Quantity Total
4 Pack Stress Ball for Kids and Adults Slow Rising Balls Sensory Fidget Toy Anxiety Stress Relaxation Squeezing Balls Calming Tool, Vent Mood and Improve Focus, Squishy Ball Hand Grip Pressure Ball • Amazon Business $9.90 6 $59.40
Pringles Potato Crisps Chips, Lunch Snacks, On-the-Go Snacks, Original (36 Cups) • Amazon Business $19.59 3 $58.77
8 Mini Emotion Plush Toys with A Little SPOT of Feelings Hardcover Book Set (fidget toy set, social emotional learning, compassion, calming corner) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $52.00 1 $52.00
Magnetic Tiles Kids Toys STEM Magnet Toys for Toddler Magnetic Blocks Building Toys Preschool Learning Sensory Montessori Toys for 3+ Year Old Boys and Girls, Safe Creativity Toddler Kids Toys 40PCS • Amazon Business $24.99 2 $49.98
Nabisco Sweet Treats Cookie Variety Pack OREO, OREO Golden & CHIPS AHOY!, 30 Snack Packs (2 Cookies Per Pack) • Amazon Business $12.48 4 $49.92
SOUR PATCH KIDS & SWEDISH FISH Soft & Chewy Candy Variety Pack, Halloween Candy, 18 Snack Packs • Amazon Business $15.37 3 $46.11
Calm Strips: Original CLASS PACK 30 Piece Sensory Focus Tools (fidget toys, social emotional learning, teen mental health stickers, calming corner) • DonorsChoose Featured Favorites $42.00 1 $42.00
1000+ PCS Party Favors for Kids, Fidget Toys Pack, Birthday Gift,Christmas Stocking Stuffers,Christmas Gift,Treasure Box, Goodie Bag Stuffers, Carnival Prizes,Pinata Filler Sensory Toy for Classroom • Amazon Business $29.98 1 $29.98
Anger Management Toys - The Calm Ball - Coping Skills Tool, Anxiety Toys for Adults and Kids, Stress Relief Toys for Adults , Teens and Kids , Therapy Toys , Anxiety Relief , Social Emotional Learning • Amazon Business $28.95 1 $28.95
hand2mind Sensory Fidget Tubes, Calming Toys for Kids, Occupational Therapy Toys, Play Therapy, Stress Relief Toy, Comfort Items for Anxiety, Calm Down Corner Supplies (Set of 4) • Amazon Business $27.80 1 $27.80
50 Piece Fidget Toy Pack • Amazon Business $24.45 1 $24.45
VIAHART Brain Flakes 500 Piece Set, Ages 3+, Interlocking Plastic Disc Toy for Creative Building, Educational STEM Learning, Construction Block Play for Kids, Teens, Adults, Boys, and Girls • Amazon Business $16.99 1 $16.99
Emotions Feelings Wheel Chart Poster Mental Health Tapestry Counselor Therapy Office Decor Cotton Linen Wall Hanging Scroll Poster Wall Art Home Decor Kids Behavior Chart Social Emotional Learning • Amazon Business $16.96 1 $16.96
Scientoy Fidget Toy Set, 35 Pcs Sensory Toy for ADD, OCD, Autistic Children, Adults, Anxiety Autism to Stress Relief and Anti Anxiety with Motion Timer, Perfect for Classroom Reward with Gift Box • Amazon Business $16.95 1 $16.95
Yeetec 6 Pack 24 Links Wacky Tracks Snap and Click Fidget Toys, Finger Sensory Toys, Snake Puzzles for Stress Relief, Party Bag Fillers, Party Favours, Random Color • Amazon Business $4.99 3 $14.97
4E's Novelty Expandable Ball, Plastic Sensory Sphere for Kids and Adults • Amazon Business $13.42 1 $13.42
Feelings Coloring Book for Kids: Social Emotional Learning Mandala Words Book 1 (TEACH SEL) • Amazon Business $7.97 1 $7.97
Pop Secret Popcorn, Movie Theater Butter, Microwave Popcorn Bags, 3 Count Box • Amazon Business $2.58 3 $7.74

Materials cost

$564.36

Vendor shipping charges

 FREE

Sales tax

 $0.00

3rd party payment processing fee

$8.47

Fulfillment labor & materials

$30.00

Total project cost

$602.83

Suggested donation to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

$106.38

Total project goal

$709.21

How we calculate what's needed

Total project goal

 $709.21

2 Donors

-$709.21

Donations toward project cost

-$602.83

Donations to help DonorsChoose reach more classrooms

-$106.38

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