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It’s my favorite things time!<\/p>\n

As the back-to-school season approaches, there\u2019s a special kind of excitement that fills the hearts of teachers. Amid the planning and preparation, one particular joy stands out: our irrational love for office supplies. From vibrant markers to planners, these amazing back-to-school products not only help organize our classrooms but also spark creativity and enthusiasm for the year ahead.<\/p>\n

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As a teacher, finding the right tools and products can make all the difference in creating an effective and engaging learning environment. Over the years, I\u2019ve come across some fantastic resources that have transformed my classroom and made teaching more enjoyable.<\/p>\n

Check out these back-to-school products and favorite things!<\/h3>\n

In this blog post, I\u2019m excited to share some of my favorite classroom gadgets and tools that have proven to be invaluable. Whether you\u2019re looking for ways to enhance your teaching methods, organize your classroom, or engage your students, these recommendations are sure to inspire and support you in your teaching journey. (These are all available on Amazon and other stores.\u00a0 Here’s the link<\/a> to Amazon in case you want to streamline your shopping!)<\/p>\n

My favorite markers<\/h4>\n

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I know a lot of people love Mr. Sketch markers, and I do too–but for anchor chart making and other daily tasks in the classroom, I prefer these.\u00a0 They DO NOT FADE (If you use Mr. Sketch, you know the pinks fade over time!) and the bullet point makes such nice even lines.\u00a0 They don’t bleed through chart paper and are pretty much my favorite. For back-to-school prep, they are amazing.\u00a0 I typically get the 8 packs because I adore the purple color.<\/p>\n

My latest favorite things–these amazing folders!<\/h4>\n

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So I use a lot of file folders in different ways, but I found these and I love them because of a cool little feature inside–a pocket!\u00a0 Sometimes I keep materials for a center or a group in a file folder, but some of the papers (especially cards or half sheets) slip out.\u00a0 These solve that problem and come in a ton of cool designs.\u00a0 I’m obsessed.<\/p>\n

How I store my zillions of task cards<\/h4>\n

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You know I love my task cards, and you may also know that organization is a struggle for me.\u00a0 When I found these storage tubs years ago meant for photo organization, I knew I had a solution.\u00a0 Boom!\u00a0 I can’t promise there is any rhyme or reason INSIDE the box, but my task cards all have a home so they don’t get lost. It’s certainly not in the category of back-to-school products, but it is one that I use all year long (and they start the school year nice and organized!)<\/p>\n

How my students show their work<\/h4>\n

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We use personal whiteboards ALL THE TIME and in lots of ways.\u00a0 I end up replacing a few every year, but they are SO worth the money to me.\u00a0 They live in a plastic crate on a cart with markers and mini erasers. Students can just grab them when needed.\u00a0 I also keep a stack at my back table for use in small groups.\u00a0 Here are just a few of the ways I use them!<\/em><\/p>\n