EXTREME Classroom Makeover | Tips & Tricks for Setting up a Classroom (2nd grade)

[@LindsayLiving]

Hello, friends! Today I'm taking you into another part of my world - into my second grade classroom! Looking back it's fun to see how much I've accomplished since first walking in after summer construction. What do you think of the results? Please share with any teachers in your life looking for design ideas. 😊

[@krysten3308]

I love what you did. My kids would have been in awe of a classroom like this. The details that you put in to every little section really show. It’s so wonderful to see a teacher putting that time in to their room for the students.

[@LindsayLiving]

Thanks so much! I've gotten even more ideas since publishing this video. It's fun to create learning spaces that children can enjoy. 😊

[@rsnj4501]

My daughter is a 3rd grade teacher and I help her every year set up her classroom. It is soooo much work. Your classroom looks amazing 🤩 Thank you for being a teacher and for all you do 💕

[@LindsayLiving]

That is amazing! I love it when my mother is able to come help me. I hope your daughter has a great school year! 😊

[@felishapittman2778]

Your room is amazing! Your students were very blessed to have you as a teacher.

[@LindsayLiving]

Thank you so much! That means a lot. ❤️

[@deideosby7349]

I'm not a fan of so many colors, but you have captured me with your creative designs. It is the loveliest classroom I have encountered. I love that you had so much autonomy, the district had our entire school painted a subtle mustard yellow/gold. If we painted our classrooms they would have a stroke! Despite that, you have given me so much inspiration for my classroom setup. Thank you. Be blessed.

[@LindsayLiving]

Thank you so much! I'm well aware how unique my situation is - I have never been able to paint in a classroom during the many years I've been teaching until now. Grateful for a principal and director that appreciate my vision and support what I want to do for kids. Wishing you luck and creativity on your own classroom design. Designing classrooms is one of the most fun design projects I've had the pleasure of doing.

[@lisaadiff]

This is your passion for teaching, creativity, and happy energy in a room. So proud of you and your commitment to your students! ❤

[@LindsayLiving]

Thanks so much - that means so much. 😊

[@fiftyfive70]

I love how you named your tables after the Beatles and play their music. I'm going to copy this!

[@richvenselyuwinganaden4640]

Great job teacher Lindsay. Such an amazing love and efforts of a teacher.

[@LindsayLiving]

Wow, thank you!

[@nikkilacroix910]

SO beautiful! Probably my favorite classroom I've seen!

[@jennypeter2140]

Thanks for sharing your classroom. So fun to see you in your role as a teacher. Your classroom is so inspiring. Wow!! That is a ton of work! Well Done!

[@LindsayLiving]

Thanks so much! I knew this one might not appeal to all my subscribers expecting home content, but it was SO MUCH FUN documenting my classroom design process. Thanks for watching!

[@londonharvey1850]

Wow, this was the most beautiful classroom set up video! I loved the way it was filmed and it turned out so good! Thanks for sharing your space!

[@LindsayLiving]

Thank you so much!!

[@deewillson2757]

This is incredible!! Today was the first time I have ever setup my classroom. I am in awe of your classroom. Truly inspirational.

[@LindsayLiving]

This is the product of 13 years of experimentation and it’s definitely evolved a lot as I’ve been able to save and purchase more furniture and decor. Take it one step at a time - you will create something amazing for your students! 🤩

[@GrowWithTheFlow80]

Love it! From a fellow teacher and mom to a 2nd grader, 2nd grade is the best! Keep inspiring and be inspired. I love your organization. FAV PART: your 2nd grade photo at the door, that is the cutest idea!!

[@LindsayLiving]

Thanks so much! It's become a trend at our school. We have these darling wood frames in front of each room and all the teachers have started bringing in childhood photos to display outside. 😊

[@lilibethlai7918]

You're an amazing teacher...love your passion ❤️. All the best. Take care and stay safe 🙏 ❤️

[@LindsayLiving]

Thank you so much! That means a lot, truly. Take care!

[@heidiwitter4490]

I wish I could read your "Class Charter." It looks meaningful and sets a great stage.

[@LindsayLiving]

The Class Charter is a concept that comes directly from the RULER program developed at Yale. The program was created to support students' social/emotional needs at school and teaches a variety of strategies. Each Class Charter is completely unique to each group of students - written by them - to express how they want to feel when working together and the action steps we will all take to help each other feel that way every day in our classroom. You can read more about the RULER program for schools here: medicine.yale.edu/childstudy/services/community-and-schools-programs/center-for-emotional-intelligence/training/ruler/

[@bellahoward8786]

love your classroom i know if i was in second grade i would love it

[@LindsayLiving]

Thank you so much! That means a lot. It was a beautiful space and I'm so glad I documented it and can look back at the memories. 💛

[@talkwithchristie8353]

Wow 🎉🎉🎉. I'm in Nigeria and I love, yes I love what you've done and so wish we could get a piece of your creative work here. Thank you, your work is awesome.

[@LindsayLiving]

That is so sweet, thank you so much! I appreciate it so much. Teachers work so incredibly hard to create the backdrop for joyful learning. This room was truly magical. 🥰

[@arlenelewis5517]

Lindsay, your room looks fabulous. Lots of work, but a job well done. Have a great year!

[@LindsayLiving]

Aw! Thank you so much! Miss you! ❤️

[@ericapowell9144]

Love the green!

[@LindsayLiving]

I tried not to over think it but it was so hard to pick he right color. Luckily my mama is always there to help me narrow it down. Thanks for watching!

[@janicegtz9257]

Thank you so much for posting a classroom makeover video! I am pleasantly surprised to find out you're a teacher! I have been watching your design videos for a while now and as a kindergarten teacher myself, I screamed to see you uploaded a classroom video! 😄 I enjoyed it so much, I hope you can post more of these, even if it's just more classroom organization tips, I'm sure it'll still be relevant to even organizing a kids room. Thanks again! ♥️

[@LindsayLiving]

Thanks so much, Janice! I'm so glad this one resonated with some subscribers - teaching is a huge part of my life so it feels great to share a little of that from time to time. I have a ton of organizational tips to share - so maybe more to come. 😊

[@rodoragray2044]

Thank you ❤

[@Courtnos302]

Beautiful

[@LindsayLiving]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@tracyinnes8840]

I taught overseas for 25 years and then moved home which was on the other side of the world. It was an adventure.

[@AlexKenas]

Green tones tend to be relevant for natural, terrestrial studies such as botany although black and white schemes tend to be relevant for astronomical studies while blue and white tends to be relevant for aquatic studies. Of course, decorations such as stickers, shells, rugs, lamps, furniture, ceiling ornaments and items further emphasize their subjects. However, such renovations may need to be reserved for specified areas for long term use.

[@lulyb]

I just stumbled across your channel today and have been binge watching. Your videos are so informative and well put together. Your energy and personality are a breath of fresh air. You look like Rosanna Pansino’s twin too! Anyway hope your channel continues to grow. I will keep watching and liking.

[@LindsayLiving]

That is amazing and so appreciated! I was unfamiliar with Rosanna Pansino -she's lovely. Thanks so much! I'm currently taking a couple weeks off from upload as I'm taking my brand to a new place moving forward - coming back with something fresh this Sunday!

[@nilambursafari]

Very nice class room❤

[@LindsayLiving]

Thank you! 😊

[@falconeddie4109]

Lovely classroom, I noticed on your daily classroom schedule that no Specials were listed. Are you at a charter school?

[@katyr7513]

You're classrooom is beautiful!!😊 Where did you get your labels for the Math Center and the storage bins in the cabinet?

[@LindsayLiving]

Those are from Ladybug Teacher Files on Teachers Pay Teachers. I have always been in love with her classroom style and it matched my color story perfectly with black and brights. ladybugsteacherfiles.com/

[@77claudiia]

Me encantooo tomare ideas d tu salón de clases para mi centro de desarrollo infantil 🤍

[@LindsayLiving]

¡Muchas gracias por ver mi vídeo! ¡Buena suerte diseñando tu centro de aprendizaje!

[@brendaestrada1782]

Where do you purchase student worksheets?

[@saracappello6805]

Your room is adorable! I often wonder if teachers truly like the "desks in a round" setup that is the standard today for elementary classrooms. I'm in that generation that still all faced the teacher from our individual desks. What's your opinion? Is it harder to keep kids' attention with today's setup or do you feel there's little difference?

[@LindsayLiving]

Thanks so much, Sara! That's a great question. I much prefer table groups as opposed to desks in rows. I always remind my students - we don't have one teacher and 22 students, we have 23 teachers and 23 students in our classroom. We have to discuss our ideas and learn from each other along the way. Groups foster partner learning and group learning. It's really classroom management skills and established routines that skilled teachers use to make all grouping situations work for student learning. If your lesson is truly as inspiring as it should be and students have the supports they need, and they are given adequate breaks throughout the day, they should be deeply engaged in their learning. 😊

[@brendaestrada1782]

Do you have to change the grade you teach often? If yes, do you leave your classroom as is for the next 2nd gade teacher?

[@ArielStanley-dt9gi]

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[@jfd1959]

I’m a retired Canadian teacher. Your classroom looks amazing, so many resources! I’m wondering, do you have to pay for a lot of your materials? It varied school to school when and where I taught. Salaries aren’t great (better in Canada I believe) so it was a sticking point for many. Hope you’re having a great year with wonderful kids.

[@LindsayLiving]

Thank you so much! Yes, I've purchased nearly everything you see here other than chairs, desks, and curricular materials. I've invested a lot in my career/classroom for my students. I wish it wasn't necessary to do so.

[@keepingitreal1560]

So what in the actual heck is that huge monstrosity you called a unit? I haven’t finished the video yet, but I just have to know. 😂. Love everything so far.

[@LindsayLiving]

Hahahaha! Right?! That is the appropriate response. My jaw hit the floor when I came in and saw this was the "building refresh" plan they didn't exactly make clear to us. Breaks my heart they do this to historic school buildings like mine.

[@fashnas9143]

I'm sorry for asking about this Miss, about all the things that you put in the classroom are bought by your own money or its all from school?

[@LindsayLiving]

Nearly everything was bought with my own money. Items furnished by my school/district in this video are the student desks and chairs, the group table, presentation station, computer and projector, easel, my teacher desk and the shelf behind it, and the curricular materials (teacher's guides and trade books, science kits, etc.). Everything else including the bookshelves, library full of books, other organizational furniture, all the decor, and a lot of learning tools and manipulatives, craft supplies, everything were provided by me.

[@fashnas9143]

​@@LindsayLiving ​ @LindsayLiving Thank you so much for answering my curious question Ms. Wish you really happy and luck on your life, don't be tired to always give us the experience knowledges 🥰

[@cynthiacasados3314]

you are VERY lucky to have a HUGE enormous room. Our classroom are less than 1/2 your classroom size.

[@LindsayLiving]

You are absolutely right! I was shocked at the size of this room when I moved in back in 2019 in comparison to other schools and classrooms I had worked in previously. I find the older the school the larger the classrooms - in my area at least. Schools built in the 1980s and after have much smaller classrooms due to an increase in school populations.