Well right now mine is organized in these large green tubs from Target. It works well because I can access them easily. Each center is in a gallon ziplock bag and labeled with the name and they are in ABC order. I really love it, but I am outgrowing these tubs! There are probably about 100 centers in each tub!
I need to either A. Find bigger tubs! or B. Find a new system! How do you organize your centers and games? Link up with some photos!
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I like the green tubs!
ReplyDeleteJennifer
First Grade Blue SKies
Ooh-so fancy and super organized.
ReplyDeleteAdrianne
kidscogworks.com
These tubs are way too small! There has to be a better way! lol
ReplyDeleteI have mine organized the same exact way. I bought a shelf that has 6 cubby spaces and added the baskets in each one. I'm running out of room too!!
ReplyDeleteCan't wait to see what others do.
Laurie
http://firstgradelyonsden.blogspot.com/
@Laurie yes I really don't want to buy more bins and shelves! I have no space!
ReplyDeleteGreat post. I was just thinking about this today. So far, my system will not work if I need to retrieve anything quickly. I am keeping these centers in too many different places. Can't wait to see all the organized centers properly stored and labeled.
ReplyDeleteI'm just dabbling into centers since I moved from third to second, so I can't wait to gain great center storage ideas from this linky party either!
ReplyDeleteLisa
Stories From Second
I am totally out of room! I think I may have to start hanging things from the bulkheads! I wish I had a 2 story room! :)
ReplyDeleteHilary
Rockin' Teacher Materials
Oh my goodness, I was just staring around my room and wondering what new system I should begin as I feel like mine is becoming cumbersome and unorganized. Thank you SO much for posting this on the very same day I was baffled! Can't wait to see what everyone does in their room!
ReplyDeleteI agree with your green tub problem. I am somewhat organizing my centers in containers, but the more I buy from TpT and create on my own, I'm running out of room so right there, there's a few here and a few there! Epic Fail!
ReplyDeleteI'll be linking up tomorrow after I take pictures. I'm looking forward to seeing everyone's awesome systems.
Jamie at 2nd Grade Stuff
Looks great. I like the green one.
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing! I'm getting ready to completely organize my centers and units. I've already finished organizing all of my teacher files on my computer (what a task!) and now it's onto the real deal. I'm looking forward to seeing how everyone else organizes theirs so I can get some ideas! Thanks again!
ReplyDeleteKayla
Primary Junction
I'm collecting quite a few too! I need all of the help I can get
ReplyDeleteRight now I don't have too many so they are in large manilla envelopes and in a wicker basket. But it is about full, so I was thinking about using the magazine organizer things. You know the cardboard ones that help floppy magazines and notebooks stand up. But I don't want to invest in that though if it's not a good idea. I can't wait to hear everyone else's.
ReplyDeleteI haven't done this, but it's in my plan. Some of my coworkers have their "work stations" -we don't call them centers any more- organized by standard. With Common Core coming next year for a lot of us, this seemed like a good idea. She has a "Time" tub, "Money" tub, "Number Sense", "Facts", "Problem Solving" etc. Maybe having tubs set up like that would help people see if they had too many centers for one topic and not enough for another? Just an idea and I'd love to hear other's views on this since I am also trying to organize and am not sure how. (I taught middle school and am now in primary)
ReplyDeleteI use hanging plastic totes and the wire storage rack from Really Good Stuff. I label each bag with a standard. Each bag is large enough to hold two or three centers. I put the wife racks on a low bookshelf and any manipulatives that go with those centers are on the bottom shelf. That way everything is in one place.
ReplyDeleteYes I have my math work stations (I still call them centers though..lol) set up that way...by subject. They are all in tubs and I rotate the math work stations according to subject. That is why I put my centers in ABC order to see what I have a lot of and in what in subject. That part really helps!
ReplyDelete@Amy how many bags did you have to purchase? Did that get expensive?
ReplyDeleteI used money I get from my PTSO. One rack and 12 bags is $30. I ca fit several centers in each bag. I have one rack and 24 bags for math and the same for literacy skills. I am getting ready to order more bags. I believe each rack can hold up to 70 bags. It is expensive up front but in the long run its worth it. This system will last for a long time and it's so easy to use and keep organized.
ReplyDeleteThese all look so great! Thanks for sharing, and I am so looking forward to being your newest follower.
ReplyDeleteAllyson
http://cupcakescandycanes.blogspot.com
Would crates work better. Our school has centers in a central location that we can go and check them out. Room is my issue. I do not have a place to keep them if I had them.
ReplyDeleteI have a large clear bin with a lid that I have my games organized by topic for math. Addition, 100 boards, place Value etc. My center tubs are numbered and students know which tub they are assigned to. The students are responsible for cleaning up and returning tub is it place. Students enjoy being in charge of the tubs.
ReplyDeleteI started laminating 9x11 manila envelopes since my ziplocks were looking beat up. Use an exacto knife to open up the pocket and voila! Bought 100 at office depot for $6. Works wonderfully and keeps better than ziplock bags IMHO. =)
ReplyDeleteNice Blog ,Thanks for sharing......
ReplyDeleteNice Blog,Thanks for sharing.....
ReplyDeleteYou could possibly use crates then add the seating to the top. The crates will now work double duty! They slide easily under tables & shelves or can replace some seating in centers done with chairs! This will be one of my MANY summer projects!
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