Double Trouble (Monday Made It, Freebie, Giveaway)

I'm linking up with my girl Tara for Monday Made It. I can't believe she's back at work already. Summer is coming to an END. Guess I'm next!!!! It's getting crunch time for me as well. I'm putting off curriculum mapping and lesson planning to craft because that's what I do best. How many more days til you go back? I go back Wednesday for PD.

Here are some of my Monday Made Its this week

First I went to my friend's house and we cut vinyl letters for my BEE binders. I'm hoping the vinyl will stay better than just regular stickers that I've used in the past. 

Next up I made these post-it holders for my desk. I got the idea from Alison who originally found the idea on Joann's blog. I think they will come in handy when I need to write a quick note to a student, parent, or coworker.

I always lose track of how many years I've been teaching so I counted my class pictures. Please tell me I'm not the only one. Well....counting class pictures still didn't help because I'm missing a couple of years of pictures. Each year the class picture looks a little different and it bothers me. I started brainstorming ideas because I also have no wall space left. I think I came up with the perfect solution for me. Maybe it will work for you as well?

Too many pictures and different borders each year! YUCK!!!

First, I scanned my class pictures and inserted them into a cute digital frames found here.

Here is my finished product Buzzing through the Years. I think I'm going to like it.

Rock the Shot Photo Sign Freebie

Last but not least- My lucky ducks were getting worn down so I made some insta-sticks with my partner in crime. I like how they are very plain. If you'd like a copy click here.

Double Trouble Freebie

This week has been a lot of fun. I've teamed up with a wonderful friend who lives practically next door. We've been busy this week creating and eating.  Double Trouble is what happens when two girls that love to create, eat, talk, and laugh get together. We hope you'll follow us too! Since there will be two of us creating... you can request custom items here.

Want to see today's giveaway? 

It's a $25 gift card to Outback/Carrabbas/ Bonefish

YUM!

a Rafflecopter giveaway

I'm off to check out the other creations

BEE Binders

click on pic to download free labels

Do you use organizational binders? I have always had some sort of reading folder and reading bag but a couple of years ago I switched to a 3 ring binder. This was the BEST tip/Organization idea I’ve ever done for my classroom.  Before binders, I was using plastic folders. I had folders for reading, folders for spelling, folders for homework. It was complete CHAOS! It was too confusing for the kids. I have found that I really like using the flexible plastic binders rather than the hard ones. I like using all one color and have found them for under 2 bucks at Wal-Mart. The only downfall is a cute spine and cover but not to fear you can still print out cute labels. Either way a 3 ring binder is the way to go! Many teachers have short catchy names for binders. I use B.E.E binders. BEE stands for Bring Everything Everyday. My students are great at remembering to bring their binders every day. When they arrive each morning, they take out any notes/money and homework and put their binders in the filing cabinet. Now what goes in this great binder?

3 hole Binder Pouch: I always find mine at Wal-mart for around .59 cents. This pouch is great for holding money, notes, and even small leveled books.

Plastic Folders-This is where their 100 book log is stored along with their guided reading book for the night.

Page Protectors- I have their monthly lunch menu, spelling lists, class list, and any other important information in page protectors.

How do you store 18 plus binders? I have a small 2 drawer filing cabinet that stores mine but you could easily use file folder storage crates. I put hanging file folders inside of the filing cabinet so the students place their binders with the spine facing upwards. My students know exactly where their binder belongs because they each have a specific color hanging folder with their number on the front. I also put their class number on the spine of their bee binder.

Click on the picture to download my BEE intro.

More BEE items