I'm here to show you all how I organize all those bagillion {is that a number?} centers I have. Last year, I did lots of posts about organization that you can look at {here}.
Each center is put in it's theme-specific clear bin. Each bin is clearly labeled. It's all about labels, my friend.
If the game is more neutral or I use it only in a math concept, I put it in it's corresponding bin that I have for math.
Then, inside each bin, I have the games separated in ziploc bags. I love the freezer gallon sized ones. Thank you Costco for providing me a huge box of them! Inside of the ziploc is each piece for the game plus one recording sheet as my blackline. If I'm feeling really awesome, I put that blackline in a page protector. You know, to protect it. :)
And that's all folks! :) If you'd like my labels, you can download them {here}. Just do me a favor and click the file on GoogleDocs and click "download". They will download right to your computer. No need to click "share". :)
I use AVERY 5163 label size and I stick a piece of book tape over it to keep it durable.
Clipart and/or fonts are used with permission from:
DJ Inkers {djinkers.com}
Thistle Girl {thistlegirldesigns.com}
Kevin and Amanda {kevinandamanda.com}
Do you organize your centers this way? Or some other way? I'd love to hear about it!
29 comments:
Great idea! And according to my students, you can call a number anything you want to!
www.biglearnin.blogspot.com
Great organization! I keep all my centers in bins from the dollar section of Target!
I keep my centers in clear bin too. However, I have been searching the Dollar Store in hopes of finding shorter bins. Shoe boxes just don't fit on my book shelves.
You're cracking me up!!! You can wear heels!! I probably won't be, though, just so we're clear! :) I'm not a fashionista - I have no advice for you. Just come as you are - love you ALREADY!!!!! :)
I use clear tubs, too. With labels. Love it. We are smart. :)
A Teeny Tiny Teacher
I used to use baskets. I like your idea better.
Love your organization!! I have been trying to decide how to organize all my materials. I am going to check out your other organization tips! Thanks!!
Jennifer
The First Grade Dream
Love the organization!
Jennifer
First Grade Blue SKies
Love this! I wish I can find the time to organize all of my centers like you do....maybe SUMMER :)
-Lovely Nina
Lovely Little Learners
I just reorganized after several years and did the same exact thing!! Need to pitch a lot this summer, though!!
Enjoy California, I am jealous!!
Robynn
BusyBees
Rachelle,
Someday I will be as organized as you...or I would like to pay someone to make me look as organized as you. Either way.
:)
Shannon
Kindergarten Hoppenings
Love the clear tubs. I have been putting mine in large envelopes, but I think I will redo them in the clear tubs this summer :)
Enjoy your trip. We leave for Cali on Saturday!!!
Jodi
I always love seeing your organization Rachelle--it's so lovely and neat.
I wish I could fly west and meet you :( I do hope you have an absolute blast though!!
Kristen :)
Wowww this is impressive! You are motivating me to get going on some organization projects this summer!
Kelly
Kindergarten Kel
I can't wait to meet you in person on Saturday! I laughed when I saw your post becaue the subject was just what I was going to ask you about during the get-together. I hope your vacation is great. See you soon!
Catherine (from Vegas)
These look great! Thanks for sharing!!
Miss J
Smiles, Crayons, and Endless Stories
Love your clear bins. I don't have enough room for those, but I found the coolest file folders... that are closed on 3 sides and accordion-like, so the fit all the pieces and stand on their own. They come in a variety of colors, too, so I can color-code them. They take up very little space, but are roomy enough to hold everything.
❤Traci❤
Dragonflies in First
I love the labels and will be using those, thanks !!! I organize my centers in a very similar way. Have a fantastic time in So Cal......post lots of pics !!
Just found some great bins at Target and I'm having a Target giveway. Come check out my blog. I'm a newbie.
http://missnelsonsgotthecamera.blogspot.com/
Thanks for the great ideas for organizing centers.
lyons.cori@gmail.com
I am coming to you from Can Do Kinders. I do follow you and have found lots of great ideas. Thanks.
Megan
mhorman@north-cedar.k12.ia.us
Love the ideas the labels. Thank you!
Love your ideas for organizing! I wish you could come to my room and help me! LOL
Thanks for the tips!
Super idea! Just a thought ~ when I drop my materials in the tub, I laminate a copy of any paper materials to slide in the box. One side is blank and the other side is completed. When I put the materials out for use I add my lamintated sheet to the materials. This way students can self correct and if I need another copy or two I simply pick up the sheet and copy the blank side. :) Virginia
Hi...
I am new to all of these...centers. I live in Playa del Carmen in Mexico, and it has been really hard for me to get organized and find new material and things for the kids to do. I am SOOOOO THANKFUL for all the ideas I have gotten from all of you.It is not easy to get stuff down here, and when we can get some it is very expensive. So I really appreciate that there are people like all of you that share ideas, and material as well as designs with us. Hope to connect again soon. Liliana
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