Welcome to the Classroom Setup Mini-Series! We’re kicking things off with one of the most important (and sometimes overwhelming) parts - classroom organization.

Whether you're in a brand-new classroom or just trying to make your space work better this year, I’m sharing the tried-and-true tips that have helped me create systems that actually work for both teachers and students. We’ll talk about where to start, what to prioritize, how to use containers and labels to boost independence, and why it’s totally okay (and expected!) to tweak things as the year goes on.

In this episode I share how to:

• Organize by category and purpose (not just appearance)
• Avoid traffic jams at the supply station
• Use my favorite teacher hack: student numbers
• Keep things clutter-free and kid-friendly
• Build systems that you can grow into

Label Options:

• Nature Classroom Decorations Labels
• Chalkboard Classroom Labels
• Watercolor Classroom Supply Labels - Sets in Each Rainbow Color

Resources:

• Summer Learning for First Year Kinder Teachers

Related Episodes:

• Back to Basics: Classroom Organization ~ Ep. 41

Keep Learning:

• The Kindergarten Must-Haves: Classroom Supplies and Materials

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Mentioned in this episode:

Caring Critters Books

Felipe the Feeling Frog: https://www.kindergartencafe.org/felipe/

Trixie the Thoughtful Turtle: https://www.kindergartencafe.org/trixie/