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Project Goal

My goal is to create a "Wellness Library" in the Wellness Room I created last year.

The room is a space where students can go to calm down, practice relaxation strategies, and work on counseling goals.

I want to outfit the room with a solid collection of books related to Wellness and Mental Health topics. I think children's books are a great tool for helping kids explore tough topics in a friendly and engaging way.

My goal is to curate a collection of books that represent the diversity of my students and the communities in which they live. Books would speak to topics including self-esteem, anti-racism, resilience, feelings, friendships, and social skills.

 

 

How Project Benefits Students

Many of my students have experienced past traumas and come from families that live below the poverty line. They need support to deal with big feelings associated with trauma, loss, and poverty.

I want to curate a collection of books that I can read with my students to help them get insight and guidance on the wide span of challenges they might face.

Research tells us that when students are stressed, they become unavailable for learning. I want to use children's books as a resource to support students in learning new skills and managing big emotions. When students feel safe and supported, the are ready to learn.

 

 

Expected Outcome(s)

As a result of the Wellness Library, students will learn new skills to manage challenging situations. In effect, they will miss out on a smaller amount of valuable learning time.

The library will also work to support literacy and a love of reading. When students can "see" themselves in the books they read, they develop a greater appreciation for literature and love of reading that will last a lifetime.  

 

Detailed Cost Summary

Worry & Anxiety (TOTAL: $64.73)-->

When My Worries Get Too Big by Lari Dunn Buron - $16.95
Too Shy for Show and Tell by Beth Bracken - $7.03
Shy by Deborah Freedman - $13.75
The Anti-Test Anxiety Society by Julia Cook - $8.22
Worry Says What? by Allison Edwards -$7.99
A Little Spot of Anxiety by Diane Alber - $10.79

Bravery/ Resilience (TOTAL: $49.81)-->

Spaghetti in a Hot Dog Bun by Maria Dismondy - $8.39
When You Are Brave by Pat Zietlow - $11.35
A Flicker of Hope by Julia Cook - $7.89
When You Begin by Jacqueline Woodson - $10.49
I Can’t Do That, Yet: Growth Mindset by Esther P. Cordova - $11.69

Mindfulness & Relaxation (TOTAL-->$118.10)

My Magic Breath by Nick Ortner - $10.49
Positive Ninja by Mary Nhin - $11.99
Breathing Makes it Better by Christopher Willard and Wendy O’Leary - $12.89
Mateo Finds His Wow by Gabi Garcia - $12.95
I Am Peace: A Book of Mindfulness by Susan Verde - $7.47
Listening to My Body by Gabi Garcia - $20.38
Your Fantastic Elastic Brain by Joann Deak - $11.99
My Strong Mind by Niels Van Hove - $17.95
A Peaceful Spot by Diane Alber - $11.99

Attention/Focus (TOTAL-->$38.89)

How to Save the Dragon by Madeleine Matthews - $15.00
My Whirling, Twirling Motor by Merriam Sarcia Saunders - $13.00
My Brain Needs Glasses by Annick Vincent - $10.89

Confidence & Affirmations: (TOTAL-$57.19)-->

You’re Here for a Reason by Nancy Tillman - $9.99
I Wish You More by Amy Krause Rosenthal - $7.49
Still I Fly by Nikki Ace – $9.79
Believing in Me by Poppy O’Neil - $8.79
I am Enough by Grace Byers - $9.47
I Can Do Hard Things by Gabi Garcia - $11.66

Feelings: (TOTAL-->$152.92)

The Anger Volcano by Amanda Greenslade - $16.19
Mad to Glad by Angie Harris - $9.79
The Boy with Big, Big Feelings by Britney Lee Winn - $13.43
A Terrible Thing Happened by Margaret M. Holmes - $12.74
Once I was Very, Very Scared by Chandra Ghosh Ippen - $18.43
When Sadness is at Your Door by Eva Eland - $14.82
Glad Monster, Sad Monster by Ed Emberley and Anne Miranda - $10.99
A Little Spot of Anger by Diane Alber - $10.79
Dear Black Boy, It’s Ok to Cry by Ebony Lewis - $20.00
When Sadness is at Your Door by Eva Eland - $14.82
Allie All Along by Sarah Lynne Reul - $10.92

Kindness & Empathy: ($107.57)-->

Be Kind by Pat Zietlow Miller - $9.98
I’m Not Just a Scribble by Diane Alber - $13.13
Just Ask by Sonia Sotomayer - $13.49
Words and Your Heart by Kate Jane Neal - $9.98
Come with Me by Holly M. McGee - $10.89
I Walk with Vanessa by Kerscoet - $10.89
The Bad Seed by Jory John - $11.73
The Big Umbrella by Amy June Bates - $16.19
All Are Welcome Here by Alexandra Penfold - $11.29

Diversity & Inclusion: (TOTAL- )
Something Happened in Our Town by Marianne Celano, PhD - $15.29
A Kids Book About Racism by Jelani Memory - $9.99
A Place Inside of Me by Zetta Elliot - $17.99
We're Different, We're the Same - $4.29
The Day You Begin by Jaqueline Woodson - $10.38
All Are Welcome by Alexandra Penfold - $12.41
Little Leaders: Bold Women in Black History - $6.90
Same, Same But Different by Jenny Sue Kostecki-Shaw - $12.59
Speak Up by Miranda Paul - $16.19

(10) Plastic Book Bins $6/item - $60










TOTAL: $589.21


 

 

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