4 Best Organizational Decisions I Have Made in My Classroom

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  • čas přidán 6. 09. 2024

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  • @driplordzah2378
    @driplordzah2378 Před 3 lety +54

    Hey Mrs.Ferre I don't know if you remember me im Zah'kail Dixon I just wanted to say I'm in seventh grade now I miss u teaching at pemberton

    • @meandeveryoneelse61
      @meandeveryoneelse61 Před 3 lety

      Miss ferre or Mrs Emerson is correct Mrs is married. ferre is her maiden name so miss

  • @lisonlife9982
    @lisonlife9982 Před 3 lety +83

    Oh my gosh, the tree in the background! Can't.stop.watching 😂

    • @colesweet9846
      @colesweet9846 Před 3 lety +2

      I was thinking the same thing

    • @jenniferbowles3572
      @jenniferbowles3572 Před 3 lety +5

      I know! I was hoping it wasn't a creeper! Then, I realized it was a tree.

    • @PocketfulofPrimary
      @PocketfulofPrimary  Před 3 lety +7

      LOL! Sorry everyone! It was super windy when I was recording!

    • @heatherfreeman5220
      @heatherfreeman5220 Před 3 lety +5

      me too i kept thinking there was a person out there looking in the window. YOU IN DANGER GIRL.

    • @williamolsen259
      @williamolsen259 Před 3 lety +4

      Haha! I thought it was Billy filming her and just wobbling for fun!

  • @wendyrobinson667
    @wendyrobinson667 Před 3 lety +10

    Can we talk about how silky your hair is? It is always so shiny and pretty 😍! What products do you use?

    • @PocketfulofPrimary
      @PocketfulofPrimary  Před 3 lety

      Aww, thank you so much Wendy! 🖤 Honestly, I don't use any fancy products. I use Suave Daily Clarifying shampoo and conditioner and I spray a coconut oil on my hair after my shower!

  • @tatumlily5644
    @tatumlily5644 Před 3 lety +6

    I want to be a teacher so badly. I’m also obsessed with organizing so watching your organizing videos helps me get through my homework.

  • @alexisbermudez242
    @alexisbermudez242 Před 3 lety +4

    I’ve been watching you since middle school now I’m in college working on my bachelors in elementary education! I’m so great full to have you as a guide through my teaching journey♥️

  • @jenniferbowles3572
    @jenniferbowles3572 Před 3 lety +4

    I just want to say that I so appreciate the enthusiasm for teaching that you convey in these videos. I teach 7th grade and have been fully virtual since March 13, 2020. I used to look forward to going to work every day but struggle now with motivation. Hearing your enthusiasm is a great pick-me-up, so thank you!

    • @SocialStudies401
      @SocialStudies401 Před 3 lety +1

      I also teach a virtual 7th grade since march! Challenging is an understatement!

    • @jenniferbowles3572
      @jenniferbowles3572 Před 3 lety

      @@SocialStudies401 For sure!

    • @PocketfulofPrimary
      @PocketfulofPrimary  Před 3 lety +2

      Thank you so much for watching! I'm happy my enthusiasm helps motivate you

  • @CatherineAnnRoman707
    @CatherineAnnRoman707 Před 3 lety +15

    This is motivating me to completely redo my room at the end of January!!

  • @jenholme92
    @jenholme92 Před 2 lety

    Those book bins also make excellent Chromebook storage. We have one to one Chromebooks, but no storage carts. I ordered two sets of calender numbers, one taped to the Chromebook, and one to the bin. It also holds there personal earbuds. Best solution I have used in ten years.

  • @amandawilkins8403
    @amandawilkins8403 Před 3 lety +1

    Thank you for the helpful organizational tips, Michelle. I am also a fan of clear bins. I am teaching in a hybrid setting with some students in-person and others on Zoom at the same time. I have a large clear bin for each student’s materials because they can’t share anything due to COVID. I can easily tell when a student is running low on supplies. I also love those plastic “woven” baskets. I use a lot of neutral colors in my room, so those would fit well. Thank you for sharing these products and your tips. I hope you are doing well during this crazy time in teaching! 😊

    • @PocketfulofPrimary
      @PocketfulofPrimary  Před 3 lety

      I love that idea Amanda! Thank you for sharing and for watching! 🖤

  • @maryinprimary7188
    @maryinprimary7188 Před 3 lety +2

    These are awesome tips! You’re definitely right where everyone runs to the Dollar store for storage bins, but it’d be best to invest in sturdier ones that will last longer! Thanks Michelle!

  • @PetitChouPumpkin
    @PetitChouPumpkin Před 3 lety +1

    The Lakeshore Learning neutral colored baskets are MY JAM! Perfect for all sorts of things.

    • @PocketfulofPrimary
      @PocketfulofPrimary  Před 3 lety

      Yes! They go with EVERYTHING and are so sturdy!

    • @PetitChouPumpkin
      @PetitChouPumpkin Před 3 lety

      @@PocketfulofPrimary you can also use binder clips to attach the labels to them!!!

  • @shellyreed4190
    @shellyreed4190 Před 3 lety +3

    I have the clear bins and I love them. I like that they have lids so my manipulatives don't get so dusty. These are great ideas than you so much!

  • @PipPreeceArt
    @PipPreeceArt Před 3 lety +1

    Thank you for another fab video Michelle! I've been watching your videos since I got my first teaching job and was finding it tough (I am in my fifth year now) and I honestly feel like you have shaped me as a teacher. I was so inspired by your Google Classrooms videos that I decided to get my Level 1 and 2 Google Certifications and now I am the guide for our Student Digital Leaders at school too. I love my job and have you to thank for the confidence I have these days! If you're ever looking for a teacher pal on the other side of the pond I would be happy to be it! Thanks again, Pip

  • @prettygirll3
    @prettygirll3 Před 3 lety +1

    Nice suggestions! Definitely getting those magnetic book shelves because the rooms in my school all have 1-2 walls that are magnetized.

    • @PocketfulofPrimary
      @PocketfulofPrimary  Před 3 lety

      Oh my goodness... magnetic walls sound AMAZING! The magnetic bookshelves are great because they actually hold a lot of weight in them!

  • @deborahkaye9539
    @deborahkaye9539 Před 3 lety

    lol...so great to hear ideas from other organization freaks like me...at my school they know everything is my world is crazy organized and matchy-matchy (their term for me!). My room is black, white, and lime green for the last 4 years, so the neon green stuff interests me. Thank you. Wishing I lived in the States so I could purchase some of those magnetic book shelves. Brilliant! Thank you for all of your work on these videos. In the last year, I've learned so much from you as we, here in Ontario, Canada, have been online teaching. Heading back to the classroom tomorrow morning. Bye, bye, online teaching..may it never rear its ugly head again!!

  • @mrsloveandsushi
    @mrsloveandsushi Před 3 lety +1

    I don’t even teach in a classroom anymore (now I’m a homeschooling mom to 2), but I still love your videos with tips and I LOVE Lakeshore!

  • @marysmemoriesinmotion8537

    The plastic baskets are super cute

  • @mollyerika7350
    @mollyerika7350 Před 3 lety +5

    Queen of organization since you taught 2nd grade!!

    • @PocketfulofPrimary
      @PocketfulofPrimary  Před 3 lety

      Honestly I've been organizing since I was a kid LOL!

    • @williamolsen259
      @williamolsen259 Před 3 lety

      @@PocketfulofPrimary Me to! I would always want my bedroom clean before I went to bed!

  • @mckee309
    @mckee309 Před 3 lety

    For those viewers in Canada, Wintergreen Learning Materials is a distributor for Lakeshore. I have also had good success using the Sterilite clip boxes (easy to pack and store).

  • @SocialStudies401
    @SocialStudies401 Před 3 lety +3

    THANK YOU! It's such a shock for every teacher when they enter the field just HOW MUCH MONEY we all spend on our classroom! You can see in my classroom set up videos i worship clear bins as well. They help you PACK and UNPACK your classroom quickly as you know where everything is and what's in the bin. I just posted a video entitled #FirstYearTeacherAdvice that was a tip in it! I learned so much in my first year teaching ESL Middle School Social Studies. Your video just proves how much TEACHERS ROCK!

  • @hperrow1
    @hperrow1 Před 3 lety +4

    Great tips and fun video as usual! 💚I squawked out loud when you had the cameo appearance from BBT! Thanks for all of your awesome down to earth entertaining advice💚

    • @PocketfulofPrimary
      @PocketfulofPrimary  Před 3 lety +1

      Hahaha, so many people tell me I look like her so I had to include it!

    • @hperrow1
      @hperrow1 Před 3 lety

      @@PocketfulofPrimary she has an amazing podcast now! Check it out!
      Breakdown

  • @SeeHowItGoes
    @SeeHowItGoes Před 2 lety

    6:25 I can’t believe you used a clip of any from the big band theory! I discovered you yesterday and you reminded me of her instantly!

  • @francesharrigan1374
    @francesharrigan1374 Před 3 lety +4

    I laughed so hard when Amy Fowler Cooper appeared on the screen. 😆 Yes that’s exactly what I was thinking. #yeahwhatshesaid

  • @cassandrawilliams3759
    @cassandrawilliams3759 Před 3 lety

    This has been so motivational to me as a future educator. Many of these strategies are realistic and easy to implement. Does anyone have any more tips for classroom organization?

  • @russellpalatiere8852
    @russellpalatiere8852 Před 3 lety

    This is awesome! I wish there was a Lakeshore learning near me in VA. I love the clear bins with lids and the plastic bigger bins that are dishwasher safe!! Maximizing your space is the game changer, it takes a minute to learn and a lifetime to master. I wish my dad maximized his space, I helped him out way too much before school in my high school years!

  • @AnaRuiz-cj4uq
    @AnaRuiz-cj4uq Před 3 lety +1

    I loved the organizational tips Michelle... Thank you very much!

  • @amthebest21
    @amthebest21 Před 3 lety +2

    I am going to start using these things now thank you so much for the advice

  • @Anna-ut6wx
    @Anna-ut6wx Před 3 lety +1

    Organization is always a struggle 🤔 Im currently majoring in Graphic Design with the goal of becoming an animator/art teacher. This video definitely helps! Ive been watching for maybe two years? This channel defiantly makes me want to work harder in school to be a teacher.

    • @PocketfulofPrimary
      @PocketfulofPrimary  Před 3 lety +1

      Best of luck to you as you begin your new career!

    • @Anna-ut6wx
      @Anna-ut6wx Před 3 lety

      @@PocketfulofPrimary Thankyou! Good luck as you continue yours! 🙂🙂

  • @lexiehulsey283
    @lexiehulsey283 Před 3 lety +2

    Do promotional codes ever expire? I will start student teaching soon, but not yet.

  • @CatherineAnnRoman707
    @CatherineAnnRoman707 Před 3 lety +2

    Also I LOVE your sweater Michelle! 😍

  • @ericawittmers-graves6676

    Michelle you have given me inspiriation throughout this different year. THANK YOU>

  • @Thetatraderz
    @Thetatraderz Před 3 lety +1

    I need to get some of those baskets!

  • @teresitasalazar8472
    @teresitasalazar8472 Před 3 lety

    I love when you do things like this

  • @janafrantikova9908
    @janafrantikova9908 Před 3 lety

    Could you please make a video about teachers' backstage prep? I've understood, than US teachers buy their class supplies with their own money. Is it so? So if a teacher is not willing to spend their money, children don't have books, glue sticks ets? I teach in Czech rep. And most schools provide the basic supplies for teachers

  • @tawhidachowdhury2671
    @tawhidachowdhury2671 Před 3 lety +13

    Where did you get that sweater from it looks so pretty on you!

  • @podanddeliver8190
    @podanddeliver8190 Před 3 lety

    Great video: 1. Clear storage containers for supplies 2. Investing in durable and washable bins 3. Use color coding 4. Maximize your space. "Try to use every square inch of your classroom."

  • @lupitaochoa9529
    @lupitaochoa9529 Před 3 lety +2

    LOVING that sweater!

  • @emma_playz4989
    @emma_playz4989 Před 3 lety +2

    Thumbs up if you go back to school all days or a few a week

  • @sanchezclaudia8620
    @sanchezclaudia8620 Před 3 lety

    Michelle, My goal is to organize my 6th grade classroom for the next school year, so this video came in at a perfect time! However, now you have made my choices for storage bins even harder!!!

    • @PocketfulofPrimary
      @PocketfulofPrimary  Před 3 lety +1

      LOL! I'm sorry to make your decision even harder but I'm sure you'll make the right choice for you!

  • @beyondbrunch
    @beyondbrunch Před rokem

    I know this video is 2 years old but I just stocked up on clear containers at Target.

  • @marthasilviaecheverria_mor6790

    I loved your video! Great ideas! I used to have a non plastic container for lost&found, thanks for the tip.

  • @SocialStudies401
    @SocialStudies401 Před 3 lety

    The Target Dollar section is truly a teacher trap! My classroom is full of great finds! Literally, my room tour video should just be a giant Target ad. #SponserUsTarget Cute finds! also the dollar store does have some nice things and it’s only a dollar! What place to save other than the dollar store!? ❤️

    • @PocketfulofPrimary
      @PocketfulofPrimary  Před 3 lety +2

      I agree but I will say that the bins and containers I have gotten from the Target dollar spot are not very durable at all. I think they are slightly higher quality than the dollar store but no where near as durable as the bins I mention in this video.

    • @SocialStudies401
      @SocialStudies401 Před 3 lety

      @@PocketfulofPrimary thank you for that insight! I will take note when I have to repurchase bins

  • @sustainableteacheryt
    @sustainableteacheryt Před 3 lety

    I loved your video so inspiring. I love order stuff!! However I don't have a fixed classroom in my school. But I'll save the ideas just in case I can use them someday!!

  • @PetitChouPumpkin
    @PetitChouPumpkin Před 3 lety

    I think it’s good for all students to have access to supplies! You have to put in the 10 extra minutes at the beginning of the year to teach them how, but then it’s accessible to all! That way it’s not just deemed to certain students.

    • @PocketfulofPrimary
      @PocketfulofPrimary  Před 3 lety +1

      I'm referring to supplies that I have bought with my own money... dry erase markers, Mr. Sketch markers, etc. These are typically not for student use... they are supplies for the teacher.

  • @laurenstewart9081
    @laurenstewart9081 Před 3 lety

    Good evening! I hope you're doing well. I enjoy watching your videos, however, I am curious where you found your black and white strip pen container? I have been looking all over the place for something like that for my classroom. Thank you in advance.

  • @Izzy_xx06
    @Izzy_xx06 Před 3 lety

    I live in Maryland tooooo

  • @AnaEstherTeacher
    @AnaEstherTeacher Před 3 lety

    Thanks for the video!

  • @lizsamuel3343
    @lizsamuel3343 Před 3 lety

    Thank you for all these tips.

  • @PrintPraySlay
    @PrintPraySlay Před 3 lety

    I teach in MD as well. We are talking about hybrid teaching this spring. Any tips?

  • @coffeepotsnpolkadots
    @coffeepotsnpolkadots Před 3 lety

    I always love your organization and planning videos 🥰

  • @mevrouwdeweerd
    @mevrouwdeweerd Před 3 lety +1

    Great advice, thanks! 🌷

  • @mariamalnuaimi6168
    @mariamalnuaimi6168 Před 3 lety +2

    Hi, We Missed you!💖

  • @alexist6377
    @alexist6377 Před 3 lety

    Where did but get your desk at I love it so much and what type of desk is it

  • @madeleinelillis6387
    @madeleinelillis6387 Před 3 lety

    Thank you so much for posting these videos! I have been following you for a while, and this is by far one of the most helpful videos you have posted. The clear storage containers are genius. I do have a quick question: The Lake Shore Learning clear bins are pretty expensive, are there any other websites you would recommend clear plastic bins that are just as durable?
    Thank you so much for everything!

    • @PocketfulofPrimary
      @PocketfulofPrimary  Před 3 lety

      Thanks Madeleine! I'm happy you enjoyed this video! 🖤 The only other clear containers I have used are the latch bins by Sterilite! They are also pricey... but they last years!

    • @madeleinelillis6387
      @madeleinelillis6387 Před 3 lety

      Thank you so much!

  • @thiseniperera5433
    @thiseniperera5433 Před 3 lety

    I love your videos, Michelle I even Subscribed to your channel and did the notification bell
    Good Job Girl!!!🥰

  • @MrQk-kb7vf
    @MrQk-kb7vf Před 3 lety

    thank you you are a inspore for a youtube channle for school

  • @breslynclaire5944
    @breslynclaire5944 Před 3 lety +3

    At 8:30 and 8:31 is there someone behind your window, cause I got scared for a second there

    • @breslynclaire5944
      @breslynclaire5944 Před 3 lety +1

      @@zizzyzoot7033 oh a tree it looked so much like a person

    • @PocketfulofPrimary
      @PocketfulofPrimary  Před 3 lety +1

      LOL! Yeah, it's a tree and it was super windy when I was recording

    • @breslynclaire5944
      @breslynclaire5944 Před 3 lety

      @@PocketfulofPrimary Oh, it must have been one windy day

  • @mariav2328
    @mariav2328 Před 3 lety

    Where is the link for your glasses? Love them

  • @benoodles
    @benoodles Před 3 lety

    How do you attach labels to the new basket looking bins?

  • @mayrabravo-gonzalez7740

    Hi, I just tried the link for the 25% off and it did not work because There is an extra word at the end...for. I love all your videos. I always find something useful to use. Keep them coming!

    • @PocketfulofPrimary
      @PocketfulofPrimary  Před 3 lety

      I fixed the link! You also can just enter the code at checkout to get the discount 👍🏻

  • @aimeedietrich107
    @aimeedietrich107 Před 3 lety +1

    don't see a link for the magnetic book shelf

  • @alexflaten8590
    @alexflaten8590 Před 3 lety

    Were do you get those awesome picture on your slides??

  • @Stevo_Drums
    @Stevo_Drums Před 3 lety

    Lakeshore discount code! Yes!! 😀

  • @emely5067
    @emely5067 Před 2 lety

    WHAT THEY GOT MARRIED I MISSED SOME CHAPTERS OMG CONGRATULATIONS

  • @edenndawit8359
    @edenndawit8359 Před 3 lety +1

    I love your videos :-)

  • @khanhfident
    @khanhfident Před 3 lety

    Love the sweater!

  • @stephaniearevalo7104
    @stephaniearevalo7104 Před 3 lety

    When will the wedding video be up?

  • @jag2333
    @jag2333 Před 3 lety

    Thank you for sharing 👍🥰

    • @PocketfulofPrimary
      @PocketfulofPrimary  Před 3 lety

      Thank you for watching Jo! 🖤

    • @jag2333
      @jag2333 Před 3 lety

      @@PocketfulofPrimaryYou're welcome and thank you for blessing me with your content

  • @saraprice8339
    @saraprice8339 Před 3 lety

    Do you realize how cool you are?!?!

  • @kpatrick492
    @kpatrick492 Před 2 lety

    Lake Shore Products last forever....

  • @TheUniqueclassroom
    @TheUniqueclassroom Před 3 lety +1

    Yes am early, hey Michelle

  • @valerieholler8928
    @valerieholler8928 Před 3 lety +2

    Sorry to say that this is an ad for Lakeshore more than anything else. That's too bad. =(

  • @ayushkumargupta2893
    @ayushkumargupta2893 Před 3 lety +2

    I am so early

  • @Ivy_Grace_Epperson
    @Ivy_Grace_Epperson Před 3 lety +1

    First!

  • @kellymurphy4632
    @kellymurphy4632 Před 3 lety

    So much plastic though, eventhough I love her vids!

  • @damienmcnear394
    @damienmcnear394 Před 3 lety

    Sharks machines sharks machines sharks machines sharks machines sharks machines

  • @walker6435K
    @walker6435K Před 3 lety

    One big commercial