Getting ready for the new year was always exciting when I was teaching. A fresh new start! If you are a new teacher or returning, a ready and organized class is always welcome.
Yesterday we shared some Classroom Hacks and Organization Ideas.
Here are some of the products I used in my classroom and I think every teacher needs these! Note: this post contains affiliate links.
Tips to set up your classroom
Pack of Dry Erase Markers – or ten. The supply closet never has enough and you will want to start the year out with a fresh stash!
Hand Bell – These are awesome. I used one with a dull tone (i.e. not very loud). Kids knew to freeze and look up when the bell dinged.
An Over-sized Tote Bag. – You need a large bag for the homework you will inevitably bring home.
Cart Organizer – Go vertical with your organization. Love the colors! Be sure to label the trays.
Hand Pointers – They are fun! Be sure to label it so it does not walk off to point at another board!
Birthday Bands – Make the birthday kiddo feel super special for the day. Gift them with a birthday band.
Answer Buzzers – Competition can add a level of fun to what could be an otherwise monotonous review. Add a buzzer.
Giant Chart Ring Set – A set of these, a hole punch and a stack of cardstock sheets and you have your own giant flip board.
Cart Tote on Wheels – I never had one and boy did I miss it. Next time I am in a classroom I am getting a solid cart!
Inflatable Globe – When kids get done early, let them explore the world with a globe.
Magnetic Pocket Pouches – Stick these to the board, the back of your door, to the sides of desks. THey are great for the odds and ends.
Desk Caddies – Do your kids work in groups or teams? These stacking caddies are a good way to portion resources to a group.
Large Pom-Poms – Toss pom-poms to kids in a pop quiz. Ask them for a question. The person who recieves the ball answers, then pass it back. Or play hot potato questions.
Magazine holders – These are perfect for organizing papers, supplies and books.
Giant Roll Dice. – I used these with test prep. Write the questions on the dice. Roll and answer. You can use them with prompts too!
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If you are a teacher, we would love to see a photo of your classroom set-up. Stop by our facebook page and upload a photo for us!!
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