1. Binder Clips for Cable Management
Organize your classroom’s plethora of cables and wires with binder clips from Dollar Tree. Clip them to the edge of your desk or workstation, thread charger cords and other cables through the metal loops, and voila! Cables are tidy and easily accessible.
2. Stackable Bins as Student Cubbies
Maximize space by using stackable bins as individual cubbies for students. Label each bin with a student’s name, and they can store their belongings neatly in one place. This hack will prevent personal items from cluttering the classroom.
3. Magnetic Strips for Metal Supplies
Purchase magnetic strips to store scissors, staplers, and other metal supplies on the side of a filing cabinet or any magnetic surface within reach. This makes supplies easy to find and saves precious drawer and counter space.
4. Over-the-Door Shoe Organizers for Supplies
Repurpose an over-the-door shoe organizer to store classroom supplies like markers, calculators, or flash cards in clear pockets. Hang it over the door or on a wall for an inexpensive organizational system which also makes inventory easy.
5. Hanging Baskets for Reading Corner
Create a cozy reading corner by hanging wire baskets from Dollar Tree on the wall to hold books and magazines. It’s an attractive way to display reading material while keeping it organized and accessible for student use.
6. Ice Cube Trays for Small Items
Ice cube trays can be perfect organizers for small items such as erasers, paper clips, and push pins. They can be tucked into drawers or placed on a shelf, keeping these small essentials sorted and within reach.
7. Accordion Files for Paperwork
Keep your paperwork in order with accordion files from Dollar Tree. They can be used to manage student assessments, permission slips, or handouts by subject or class period, making it easy to keep track of important documents.
These simple hacks can help any teacher transform their classroom into an organized learning environment without breaking the bank at their local Dollar Tree store.
