My Back-to-School Must Haves

 

The Teacher Factory is hosting a FUN linky party on the top 5 resources you couldn't live without in the classroom. Click on the link above to become part of it.  I have had way too much fun hopping around this linky party to see what everyone considers a must have.  I think it's only fair that I join in! 

#1  Stikki Clips. 
I use them for various reasons throughout the year. They work great on a bulletin board for student work! 

 

#2  Command Hooks

Do I really need an explanation?  The possibilities are ENDLESS!!!

 

 

#3 A New Lunchbox

I get a new one EVERY year for obvious reaons.  I think I get just as excited about finding a new one for the new school year as our kiddos do.  Last year, I had one a 31 lunch bag given to me and I LOVED it so I'll probably be looking for a new one this year!

#4 Colored Ink Cartridges

I use a colored printer that came with the computer I bought after graduating college (11 years ago) and it works better than any of the 3 fancy ones I have bought for home use....it amazes me! I usually only have to buy 2 colored cartridges a year....crazy right???

 

#5 Plastic Sleeve Protectors

I use these to organize my kid's BEE binders (daily organizational binder). I also use them to turn any worksheet into a reusable dry-erase sheet...perfect for centers!

  

 

Wow....now I am really motivated about shopping on this tax free weekend!  I even have a baby sitter lined up so I can join my girlfriend for a fun day of shopping for school supplies, clothes, shoes, and of course we HAVE to enjoy a great lunch out.  I can't wait!

First Day of Kindergarten Linky Party

Okay, all you marvelous Kindergarten teachers out there; I am calling on you for help!  I still have a whole month before school starts (and most of that will be spent setting up my new classroom) but I can't stop wondering about those first few weeks of K, especially the very first day.  So If you have a post on your blog about your first day of kindergarten plans then this party is for you!  If you don't have a post yet, take the time to write it all down and share with the rest of us.  I can't wait to read all of your fantastic ideas!

I know it is most common for the creator of a linky party to post her own thoughts and ideas but I haven't taught K for YEARS so I honestly have no idea what my plans will look like for the first few days!  That's why I am creating this party.  I have also linked up with the Teaching Blog Addict's Ultimate Linky Party. Be sure to copy the image above at the top of your post and link it back to this post so others can join in.  Let's see how many link-ups we can get!