CLASSROOM SETUP DAY 6 | GETTING CLOSE! | Elementary Classroom Setup 2021

[@ashleynorwood-barbera7068]

I’m sitting at my computer right now studying for my teacher certification exam that I take in two weeks 😬 and I see your video pop up…to study or watch your video…the struggle is real! Lol I obviously decided to watch your video, you just give me so much motivation to keep going and start teaching!

[@ashleynorwood-barbera7068]

@Mackenzie Belair thank you!

[@kendalynmoulder6531]

For the fridge, you could cut out colorful letters that look like alphabet magnets to spell out whatever label you put on it. Make them a little crooked maybe so it looks like a kid did it.

[@mxterkai6028]

I went to cosmetology school a few years ago, and we had "smile awards". We colored them and put the recipients name on them and why they made us smile that day. Similar idea. It works for adults too.

[@nicoleschoenwalder857]

This is my first year with tables. For years I had desks turned backwards and used them as tables. It worked just fine. You could have a shelf for each table group with a cubby (where they keep their things) and book box. I also have table caddies and used those for years as well. Book boxes next to their desks work just fine too. Good luck! I know whatever you come up with will be great!

[@jackiej5384]

First year, first-grade teacher here: I put my book boxes on a counter in order. In it, I have their reading folders and their bag that they put their "dessert books" in. For my phonics stuff, it is all stored in a ten-drawer cart and then my math toolkits are stored in the three drawer carts. They are grouped by pod for contact tracing purposes. It really helps. I love your videos, btw :)

[@myclassyadventures7537]

Great idea!

[@MrHahaxmoxo]

I have to have all of my second grader’s desks spaced three feet apart.. I look forward to being able to push them together for tables again one day! :)

[@jrmints80]

In your corner with the canopy you could add some outdoor themed wallpaper in the back to help it pop and make it look like a fun place to escape to and read.

[@michellemp1626]

Hi Kim! I'm an art elementary teacher and recently found your channel. I'm really enjoying your videos and have been inspired with some fun ideas for my K-5 Art studio. Your book buddies idea inspired me to have a basket or bucket of art buddies! I'm thinking students can borrow a book buddy to "watch" them work on their art project or hold them while they create....I'm also thinking of creating a "fridge" to place the beautiful drawings my students give me throughout the year- however I've found I tend to run out of room and so I'm thinking of having one of my sterlite drawers be a spot for "fridge" paper, the paper will be pre cut maybe 4"x4" and for the label of thinking of typing fridge in font style that looks like those alphabet magnets kids play with on their fridge. Sorry for this long comment, just wanted to share. Thanks for sharing your ideas! I hope you have a great end to your school year and a wonderful summer!!!

[@laurencatherine2568]

I'm not even a teacher yet but you have made me want to become a teacher! And I also love watching you videos so much, it makes me want to be in a classroom in teach ❤😊

[@dilyswt]

I put book boxes on top of low shelves. One student from each table gets the books for lessons. That way, there's a nice transition between lessons, and books that are not needed are put away. The class stays super tidy, it builds independence, etc. I make getting the book boxes a reward, and make sure kids who need to get up more often get involved. One year, I had weekly book distributors. Sometimes, I let kids choose who gets the table's books and any pots of special equipment or manipulatives. Depends on the class and the kids' needs. I also usually have a two-three minute table tidy/book swap/active brain break routine between lessons (if it's not break or lunch time). So if their table is tidy and set up for the next lesson, kids do whatever active brain break I come up with for the day, like jumping jacks or a quick dance. If the class is too hyper, or I need a breather, the brain break is taking out your reading book, which is the only book that they keep in their desk in my class. Or quiet time with some concentration/meditation music. The tidying happens so fast because kids want to join in. And everyone starts the next lesson in a good mood. Hope that helps.

[@kaylayoungblood9577]

Desk and bookshelf

[@madisonfreeman7310]

It's my first week of school, so I am behind on watching... I still hope you see this! If your school ends up saying that you can't use the book buddies, ask if you can use them only on Fridays...Like each child can choose one to read with on Friday, take them home and wash them! That might work!

[@Personaltouchmotherhood]

If I were you I'd use that Black shelf you have to put student book bins since it's your student center

[@silvia4232]

Oh! For the basket you bought from the thrift store, would you ever consider making it into a “treasure chest / goodie box”? I remember being in second grade and always being motivated to behave and do my work because I knew I’d be getting a treat on Fridays haha.

[@vanessarodriguez9312]

Hi Mrs.Hauls!!! Its Vanessa i miss you so much and i am so lucky for you to be my 4th grade teacher before you left north holland i hope your having a great time!

[@jrebj00]

I don't teach elementary anymore but I had to giggle when I saw you moving desks, staring at them and them moving them again. I STILL do that and I teach middle school now :) Your room looks awesome.

[@readsandeats2263]

Your classroom going to be a wonderful place for the kids to learn. You could use the wicker basket as a book treasure chest in some way.

[@ambermoore8664]

Book boxes at seats last year was terrible! I keep on shelves. Much easier and they don’t fall over and spill every 5 seconds or get kicked if on the floor. I have 3 drawer sterilite bins at each table because chair pockets were not doable. Si far in kinder those work! If you have the chair pouch no need to a bin at desk. I also have caddy’s on tables so that covers supplies. They get one new pencil as they come in each day and it lives in the caddy for the day then goes to not sharp to get sharpened by a kid each day and we start over next day. I love your room btw… I want more black in mine now!!! And your fridge is totally cute.

[@reagangoudy7354]

One of my teachers did magic scrap in 4th grade you just unlocked a memory

[@ElementaryInTheMitten]

That's so awesome!! I seriously love it!

[@ella_andersson]

If you still don't like the canopy I'd try lowering it. Idk, just got the feeling it would look cute

[@mzzzzzzday]

I have desks in my class. We use them along with bookbins. I make a big deal making sure the desks are clean everyday and they only have what I want in them.

[@chrisoulalakkas7401]

"Every time I thought I was being rejected from something good, I was actually being re-directed to something better." - Steve Maraboli

[@caitlinthompson7725]

thank you, i needed to hear this today

[@dawncape27capecape18]

You could put pretend magnets on the fridge or something about what good goes where maybe?

[@MrYoTeach]

Frigidaire is one fridge brand you could use.

[@gladysdelatorre4979]

Maybe use the basket in your library area for book recommendations?! It’s so cute! 🥰 Your classroom is coming along great! Im jealous of the amount of space you have!

[@luciamancini3815]

Hi Kim! I'm a 3rd year teacher in central Italy next year....I like your classroom set up very much, we have very small classrooms here so we can't set a lot of things around! Congratulations for your channel and vlogs, and also for your enthusiasm! Happy new school year 21-22😘💪😁

[@mariemolloy2392]

Okay...you´ve sold me! I was in Michael´s today looking at the Cricuts and I came so close to buying one but I wasn´t sure which one or what other supplies I had to have. After watching this video I am going to go get the one that you have! Thanks for sharing and I wish you the best school year ever!

[@tuckermichael1209]

Are you going to hang Christmas lights on the wood wall again?

[@stacyamsden]

Your classroom is looking so beautiful! Love all your vlogs - best wishes for a wonderful year in 2nd grade.

[@madisonjohnson5870]

not even a teacher but this is my comfort channel 🥺

[@aracelichavez8380]

Where are you black book bins from?!

[@emeliamoore9467]

Thank you for the secret shout outs freebie! I was looking for something like this.

[@kaylayoungblood9577]

Book bins on the desk

[@secondarysuccess9326]

Your room is looking so great! I love your influential people classroom posters, and if you are ever looking for a suggestion to add to your collection, I would like to recommend Autumn Peltier, who is an Anishinaabe water-rights advocate. She is just 17, but she has addressed the UN and has been nominated for the International Peace Prize in 2017, 2018, and 2019. She was appointed Chief Water Commissioner by the Anishinabek Nation when she was 15!

[@victoriaLL345]

Such a cute room. Love the cricut projects.

[@karinanazario862]

Your room is looking amazing!!! Also what a dream to get the new cricut!! Looks super cool!

[@taylorcaitlyn6573]

Always loveee your videos!! Your classroom is coming together so beautifully!! I am definitely turning my desks the wrong way too because the mess of inside the desks will drive me crazy!

[@theswiftieteacher]

I love the Book Buddies tub!! So cute!!!

[@ElementaryInTheMitten]

Thank you! 💛

[@rebeccaannrose1552]

Love these videos I am not a teacher but I am a parent and the videos are so fun to watch I hope you have a great school year when you do start 💕😘😊🥳

[@liab563]

The room looks great! Can't wait to see the final version. :)

[@staroramasdesigns9350]

What PD books do you recommend? Love your videos!

[@ClaudiaSanchez-1991]

Love your videos even though I teach 6th grade(Middle School). I have a Cricut Air 2 and I wished I could do the projects you do as effortlessly!!

[@calipsoreign4796]

The calendar flip hurt my superstitious soul 😬 😬 😬 Love the setup series!

[@teachingwithaboost9346]

Do you have any plans for the windows in your room?

[@adiacc6994]

Are you going to change the height of the desks? Those chairs look so small for the tall desks! The second grades at my school would have a hard time.

[@ElementaryInTheMitten]

They're already shortened to 2nd grade height. These are the same desks and chairs that were already in this second grade room. If I shortened them at all, students wouldn't have room to fit their legs between the chairs and the desks. 😊

[@kaylayoungblood9577]

Student supplies bins

[@kaylanimas]

Just got a 2nd grade job in Michigan myself and now I’m even more excited to watch your channel this school year! 🎉

[@ava-cn6ct]

Congrats!

[@brendabrowning8721]

Kim, maybe I missed it in a previous video... what’s the purpose of the cute baskets on your wall?

[@Oliveyourmoney]

She just likes them, it’s an esthetic thing.

[@StunningSpeducator]

I put my scentsy buddies into a muck tub

[@jenocean824]

Oh my gosh, I thought it was just me, but McDonald's Diet Coke IS the best!

[@jazybelle24]

Your classroom looks so good! I know the kids will feel safe and welcomed. Maybe you could put some dry dusters in the magic scrap bin or a few magic erasers. Thank you for always sharing your wonderful ideas!

[@RaeleenxMarie]

I’ve never cut without a mat before, did it leave scratch marks at all?

[@emilycarter9477]

I was thinking the same thing!

[@ElementaryInTheMitten]

You have to use the special "smart vinyl" from Cricut that's made for it, but it worked beautifully!

[@emilycarter9477]

I didn’t know you could use the cricut without a mat…is it because it’s a special kind of vinyl?

[@ElementaryInTheMitten]

Yes!! It's called "Smart Vinyl" from Cricut!

[@MrYoTeach]

Are you going to finish putting the word “wall” next to “wonder” so “wonder wall” is complete?

[@alichamanoj9676]

Looks awesome!! 👏

[@ElementaryInTheMitten]

Thank you, Alicha! 💛

[@frankieryan-law1299]

Do you use outlook or gmail for your school email account?

[@janinechansons]

Where did you get your desktop flip calendar?

[@ElementaryInTheMitten]

Big Lots!

[@daniagamer3603]

Why does this video only come in the playlist and not in the videos??

[@lesliekendra8101]

what fonts do you use?

[@ElementaryInTheMitten]

They're listed in the description box below the video! 😊

[@ella_andersson]

Also try not to seat any students so they will have their back against any board you will be holding lectures on that will be a pain for those students

[@rachellestewart9946]

Just a thought of you can't use the stuffed animals like me. I bought plastic dinosaurs for book buddies because they can be cleaned. I.Just bought every student a dinosaur from the dollar tree.

[@kaylayoungblood9577]

Couch

[@Oliveyourmoney]

Do you have classroom Jobs?

[@kaylayoungblood9577]

Coush

[@kaylayoungblood9577]

Gave

[@kaylayoungblood9577]

Trash bins

[@kaylayoungblood9577]

Desk and bookshelf