Learning about classroom management techniques in teacher education classes sound easy enough: make sure you have established rules, you are making … [Read more...]
40 Ways to Store Teacher Supplies
Knowing multiple ways to store teacher supplies will assist you when you are forced to move to a different classroom. Some rooms are small, have … [Read more...]
Organize Your Weekly Lesson Plans!
When I did the post about Curriculum Mapping, Betsy K. asked in the comments about what my lesson planning crate was and how to organize lesson plans, … [Read more...]
The Teacher’s Ultimate Guide to Printing on Sticky Notes
Custom sticky notes in the classroom? That might sound difficult to pull off. What could you even use them for? It might even sound … [Read more...]
Fact Family Funhouse
Teaching a fact family lesson is one of my favorite topics! I love watching students light up when they realize how they can easily figure out how … [Read more...]
7 Classroom Luau Learning Ideas
Pool noodles seem like pretty much a summer swimming activity, but it turns out there are lots of ways to use pool noodles for DIY crafts! You can … [Read more...]
Make Your Own Multi-Pocket Writing Folders!
So - today I have a super easy and quick idea for all of you who don't want multiple pocket folders in your students' desks! DIY multipocket folders … [Read more...]
PVC Pipe Solutions!
PVC Pipe Ideas are popping all over Pinterest and beyond! There are so many things you can make with pvc pipe and today's guest blogger has several … [Read more...]
Winter Craft Paper Plate Fun!
Need a new fun winter craft for students? This class craft is easy and perfect even for older kids! When choosing winter arts and crafts for kids, … [Read more...]
DIY Countdown Calendar
Ok, you are heading into the Winter Break homestretch! Yay! But many of the students seem to believe that Santa is coming tomorrow! No! And their … [Read more...]
12 Days of Gratitude Jar!
Hey teaching friends! I know most of us tend to think about the 12 Days of Christmas when December hits, but I was reflecting on being thankful in … [Read more...]
The Gifting Tree
Need an idea for a "gift basket type" of fundraiser item, without having the hassle of coming up with a gift basket theme, going to 10 different … [Read more...]
Chalkboard Comprehension Centers
Need a fun and easy comprehension center your students will love to complete? I was at the Target Dollar Spot the other day (big surprise) and … [Read more...]
Four Chair Pocket Choices!
I know chair pockets are a hot topic this time of year because it is SUPER nice to be able to have a place where students can easily get to their … [Read more...]
DIY Phone Speaker
The best classroom teachers play music throughout the day: slow music to work, brain breaks to break up the day, and more. Maybe I am just saying that … [Read more...]
12 Fun Summer Ideas for Your Students
It's time for summer and you have no idea what to give your students or what to encourage him or her to do over the summer break that isn't just about … [Read more...]
Simple Lesson Assessment
Today I have a question from Jillian. Jillian writes and asks, "How do I know if students really understood the lesson after I've taught it? They … [Read more...]
Classroom Supplies Home Organization Tips
Hey everyone! Today, I wanted to answer a question that was posted on our Facebook page wall that is from Pamela O. She says, "Hi Charity, I am … [Read more...]
Student Gift Idea: Snowflake Window Clings! And a Freebie!
Hey all! Hope you had an awesome Thanksgiving Break and are prepping for the holidays! YAY! How about a new idea for students to create gifts for … [Read more...]
Chalk Quotes Like a Pro
Well, maybe not a pro. But you get the idea. lol! Hey teaching friends! I took my youngest to his first grade Open House the other night and I … [Read more...]
DIY Star Student Poster
Hey teaching friends and TGIF! As you know, I have teamed up with the fine folks over at Cricut to show some fun things you can do with the Cricut … [Read more...]
Welcome Back Banner Freebie!
Hey teaching friends! I whipped up a little freebie for you to use to welcome students, parents, and staff back-to-school! Perfect for Open House … [Read more...]
Supply Bags in a Snap!
Hey teaching friends! So - I was contacted by the amazing folks over at Cricut and they sent me a fun box of goodies in the mail, including a Cricut … [Read more...]
Simple Classroom Store System
Hey teaching friends! WHEW! I am hearing so many are already back in school, many with students already! If that is you then welcome back! I was … [Read more...]
Manipulatives Supply List Box
Hey teaching friends! I am BAAAAACK! :) I had the most AMAZING 3-week trip across Europe with my daughter to celebrate her high school … [Read more...]
Serving Up Place Value with Straws
Hey teaching friends! I know it is getting to be the end of the year and don't you love when you pull out a box of manipulatives, only to find half … [Read more...]
Binder Clip Centers Signs
Hey teaching friends! How about a fun and easy way to display your center signage? And I bet you might even have all the supplies you need already … [Read more...]
Storing Sight Words
Sorry I was MIA last week - I was actually in Cancun. It sure was hard getting back to work this week without someone making my bed, my meals, and … [Read more...]
Slider Baggie Counting
Hey friends! How about a fun video idea? I recorded a little something new today for you. :) Just grab a worksheet, baggie, sharpie, … [Read more...]
To Do List: Washi Tape Style
Hey teaching friends and Happy 2015! I know it has been a while and I have had some much-needed time off to focus on family. Now that it is 2015, I … [Read more...]
Marker Mug Magic
Hey teaching friends! It has been a crazy last couple of months to say the least! I hope your life is way more calm. :) Today I wanted to share … [Read more...]
Classroom Job Organization
Hey teaching friends! Today I have a fun and EASY way to set up a classroom jobs chart in your classroom using a few basic supplies that you can … [Read more...]
Learning with Washi Feathers!
Hey teaching friends! Happy Canadian Thanksgiving weekend to my colleagues up north! As I was thinking about the upcoming US Thanksgiving next … [Read more...]
3 BTS Binder Ideas
Hey teacher friends and welcome to Back to School! I know there are still a few of you who have another week or so, but for the most part, everyone … [Read more...]
Baggie Business
Hey teaching friends! Just stopping by today to share with you a pretty cool organized idea that was shared by Andrea C. on our Facebook fan page - … [Read more...]
Keeping Tabs on your PD Materials
Hey teaching friends! So, I was looking for a PD resource book the other day for an idea and I realized that I had loaned the book to a friend and it … [Read more...]
Counting on Cuteness
Hey teaching friends! Hope you are enjoying this lovely Saturday. Bonus points if you are on summer break too! Today I wanted to give a little … [Read more...]
Simple Centers
Hey teaching friends! I don't know about you, but sometimes I wonder if all these centers printables with elaborate activities and millions of pieces … [Read more...]
2-in-1 Technology Organization Option
Now that you have a classroom full of 2-in-1 devices, you are left to figure out how in the world you will get them organized so that they are passed … [Read more...]
A Rockin’ Student Teacher Gift
It's Faith again from Kindergarten Faith, and I am here for one last time. I have thoroughly loved being apart of this awesome blog and organization. … [Read more...]
Magazine Holders to Organize in the Classroom
Hello again! I can't believe it is already the end of the school year - in fact you may already be done when you are reading this - if you are I am … [Read more...]
Storing Tablets in the Classroom in 3 Easy Steps
New technology in the classroom is always super exciting for the teachers who get the joy of adopting new materials! This is often short-lived when … [Read more...]
Soaring with Spring Snacks
Hey teaching friends! I hope your April started out wonderfully and didn't get too many April Fool's pranks played on you. :) Today, I just … [Read more...]
Binder Clip Boards!
Hello again!!! It's Faith here from Kindergarten Faith. Well, if you remember my post from last month, I said that I multi-purpose a lot of things in … [Read more...]
Make Your Own Sunflower Photo Frame
Hi Everyone! I'm Sarah Tharpe Winchell. I'm looking forward sharing ideas with everyone on The Organized Classroom Blog this school year. I love … [Read more...]
Upcycled Flash Card Containers!
Hey teaching friends! Just stopping by today with a quick DIY tutorial! I had actually posted an idea on the Facebook fan page the other day from a … [Read more...]
Custom Chalkboard Workmats
Hey teaching friends! I know that finding inexpensive whiteboards or chalkboards can be tough. And yes, I am also aware that you can go to a home … [Read more...]
Absent Work Clips
Hey teaching friends! Need something super simple for making sure students who are absent get the work they missed when they return? I made these … [Read more...]
Make Your Own Table Top Pocket Chart
Hey teaching friends! I don't know about you, but I am a serious pocket chart junkie! I have just about every size and color they make. They have … [Read more...]
Create Your Own Big Book of Heart!
Hey teaching friends! Last week I posted about a fun idea I repinned on Pinterest, which came from The Art of Education blog. Here is the … [Read more...]
DIY Classroom Library Sticks
Hey teacher friends! I have had a few comments on the Facebook fan page lately about organizing your classroom libraries and wile I do have a few … [Read more...]
File Folder Game Organization
Hi teaching friends! I had a question on the Facebook fan page wall about file folder game organization and I thought I would share a fun (and cute) … [Read more...]
Concealing the Clutter
Hey teaching friends! I know many are finishing up the end of the school year, others are (rightfully) relaxing for the summer, and even more are … [Read more...]
Repurpose That Old Filing Cabinet!
Hey teaching friends! I hope everyone is fabulous! I have noticed throughout various media outlets that many teachers are beginning the process of … [Read more...]
Custom Teacher Desk Organizers
Hi teacher friends! I thought a fun DIY tutorial would be a great post as we are almost headed into the weekend. And this one is super simple and … [Read more...]
Washi Board Tools
Hey teaching friends! Today I was feeling a bit crafty and I was thinking of the good ole plain whiteboard that most likely takes up a big chunk of … [Read more...]
DIY Washi Tape End of Year Classroom Awards!
Hey teaching friends! I know I mentioned my new love for washi tape in the Easy DIY File Folders post a few weeks ago, but I am seriously smitten … [Read more...]
Make Your Own Bulletin Board Lettering Tutorial!
Hey teaching friends! I haven't done a video for y'all in a while, so I thought it was about time. :) I just finished posting my newest Interactive … [Read more...]
Easy DIY File Folders
Hi teaching friends! So, I have been so busy with the newest issue of The Organized Classroom Magazine, which is now live and ready, I haven't had a … [Read more...]
Breezy Birthday Treats!
Hey teaching friends! It was my little preschool man's birthday this past week and I looked and looked on Pinterest for a last-minute, easy, no food … [Read more...]
Cutting Out Cuteness
OK - in the title I literally meant cutting out. As in scissors. :) For those of you who might be new on the blog, I did a review back in July for … [Read more...]
How Do You Say A Number?
Here is a fun little DIY project for those of you that teach math! I created a "How do you say _____ frame" made out of a cheap dollar store 8"x10" … [Read more...]
Easy and Economical Valentines for Students
With class sizes these days, it can be hard getting Valentines gifts - even small ones - for all students in the classroom for holidays. As a parent, … [Read more...]
Shhhhhhh: Quieting Those Desk Tops
Hey OCB friends! Here is a quickie tip for those of you who have student desks with lids. I don't know about you, but it drives me bonkers to no end … [Read more...]
Never Lose Rubber Bands or Paper Clips Again!
Don't you HATE when you are searching for a rubber band or paper clip and you can't find one to save your life? OR I also am not a huge fan of … [Read more...]
PD Paper Solutions
Hey OCB friends! I hope you are all well and having a great 2013 thus far - I know I am! Yesterday on the Facebook fan page, Pam asked the following … [Read more...]
A Nice “Thankful for Our Students” Gift Tutorial!
So, the awesome people at Silhouette contacted me to see if I wanted to play with some vinyl. Ummmm, OK? You all know I am not super crafty, so I … [Read more...]
Make a Custom Desk Organizer!
Do you have desk drawers that are so scary, you can never find what you are looking for in the massive piles of supplies? If everything in your desk … [Read more...]
