First Grade Classroom Setup | Day 2 | Let's Arrange This Mess

[@MrsCallsCampers]

NEW SETUP VIDEOS! bit.ly/MCC2020setupplaylist

[@Kaylaandrea]

Im gonna be a freshman and im watching this😂thanks for entertaining me during my boring summer,i can already tell your gonna be a great teacher

[@MrsCallsCampers]

That's so exciting! I'm glad I could help out ♡

[@maggieking9033]

Kayyuhh ahhh me too😂

[@absthegabs]

Me too! 😂

[@brev378]

me toooo

[@shelby9546]

Im gonna be a freshman too 😂

[@biancarodriguez585]

Watching this while going into my senior year of high school is making me have such nostalgia of how simple life used to be in 1st grade! I always loved teacher items but I don’t think I could be a teacher personally. Love these videos!

[@dionasdiary]

this video series is sooo interesting.. I might wanna become a teacher

[@thuy-anle1793]

That's Diona good luck being a teacher in the future! :3

[@allison5067]

me too, i've always wanted to be a teacher:))

[@anniebroderick6317]

Me too only to decorate the classroom tho ! 😂

[@keydilee1237]

I have no idea why I find this entertaining but I love it💛

[@MrsCallsCampers]

Thanks girl!

[@hannahkeran4083]

wow the lists on your whiteboard are so satisfying

[@MrsCallsCampers]

Thanks! haha!

[@NeverEnoughThyme]

Hi Mayleen, If you are not going to use all of the chairs, you should use some of the tennis balls for your table legs. The tables you lowered leaves the bottom sharp and it will wear the felt pretty quickly.

[@almaluna1213]

I seriously love teacher like you because you guys make us love school and we as students will remember you guys forever:)

[@shontajackson4289]

As a fellow first grade teacher, you will probably do most of your lessons on the carpet so everyone is close to you and can see/hear. I wouldn’t worry too much about backs to the board, definitely think about having them turn to face you. When they are doing things in groups, partners, and/independent is when they will utilize the flexible sitting options, correct? Or would they always be spread out?

[@MrsCallsCampers]

That's what I was hoping! Thank you! Yes, that is exactly when we will use flex seating!

[@paytonmabbitt9697]

I’m going to be a Junior in High school and I’ve been wanting to be an elementary teacher since I was 5 but now have been kind of iffy about it and I’m so happy I found this so I can actually see what it’s like

[@MrsCallsCampers]

That's what I am here for!

[@Carol0718]

I am two years away from being a first year teacher and all of these videos made me super excited for my own classroom! and a little nervous bc this looks so stressful 😂😂

[@PuttingFourthEffort]

my head janitor is mr john too!! haha omg, i love you.

[@MrsCallsCampers]

Our Mr. John is the nicest man in the world 😭

[@zenettycruz8339]

PuttingFourthEffort

[@TheEmilyxx99]

I had a head janitor named mr John as a kid omg!😂

[@Courtnos302]

You are very enjoyable! The bins for the cubbies... can go back in the cubby for student materials, you can use them in your class library, or possibly as storage in your cabinets - out of sight if you do not like the colors - just don’t get rid of them... I’ve done #1,2, and the haul and I’ll be tuning in for the rest today and new ones as they come in. 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽😃

[@BrynnaLayne]

I'm binge watching all of these right now! Currently a sophomore ECE major (shooting for kindergarten). This is making me so excited!

[@zelmaa5736]

It's probably good that you moved the cabinet near the sink. I was thinking that if you put your jackets and some personal things in there, you may also want to put quick snacks and maybe coffee in there. If you are allowed to have a kettle near the sink then that would work really well to have supplies nearby. Do you know if you are allowed to have a kettle, microwave or little fridge?You are doing a great job. The tiered desks look very effective.

[@MrsCallsCampers]

I also am loving the cabinet near the sink! I am allowed the have a fridge (can't afford one right now!) Thank you so much! Also would love a coffee maker haha :)

[@meganduckett4372]

I’m low key going to binge all your set up videos 😂 I also love the flexible seating option. It’s something I would have never thought of in a million years

[@MrsCallsCampers]

I got the idea from others as well!

[@JeremyMichelbook]

That was the nicest looking whiteboard to do list. I loved it. It made my planner/bullet journal heart happy. 😂

[@MrsCallsCampers]

I would definitely bullet journal if I had more time. So satisfying!

[@JeremyMichelbook]

Mrs. Call's Campers I don’t bullet journal as much as I used to. It does take time that I don’t have as much of anymore.

[@udderlycrafty6927]

I really like the 3 levels with the tables!

[@MrsCallsCampers]

Unfortunately...they are gone :( But great things are happening!

[@blechblech5043]

I’m seriously loving these videos! Binge watching them

[@ashm2011]

Love watching your videos. I remember buying tons of stuff for my classroom my first year too. Just a suggestion. I have my word wall by my word work / writing center. Then my students can reference words we have learned easily.

[@MrsCallsCampers]

Thank you so much! And that's a great tip! :)

[@upbeatcreativeteacher4850]

ash m yes I agree with you about usage and placement of word wall.

[@i.nienhuis3350]

I discovered your channel today and binge watched aaaaaalllll the videos 😍

[@MrsCallsCampers]

That's so crazy to me! Thank you so much!

[@jenrauhl]

Literally love your videos ! Ever since I was a kid I wanted to become a elementary teacher (still don’t know what grade) and I honestly can’t wait.

[@TheGirlyThings09]

I’m living for your videos!! I feel like I’m a kid again and I’m seeing my teacher plan stuff out behind the scenes 😂👀

[@theofficialbriannajackson3939]

I can’t wait to become a teacher I’m a elementary education major I plan on teaching 2nd grade.

[@theglamteacher7386]

I feel like that rug made such a statement in your room. Like it kinda transformed the room!

[@sarabajric8237]

I saw someone else's comment about putting hand prints on the blue board and think it's a great idea. Maybe you can put the children's birthdays on the hands too?!

[@noelle6440]

OMG I love you!! I find it so relaxing to watch videos like these! Also is anyone else obsessed with that whiteboard to-do list or is it just me?

[@ReadWriteandShine]

I need to take out the legs from one of my tables, what did you put under them? Is it felt? Also love the idea of making a big to do list on your white board! You will get way better at building things as a teacher I was horrible to begin with also however this year I have already noticed I am getting better even though it’s only been a year 🤣

[@MrsCallsCampers]

Haha that's awesome! Yes, felt! :) Thanks girl!

[@elizabethc.3046]

Just my two cents as to your question about kids sitting backward...you can teach them about "listening chair" where they turn around when you're giving instruction at the front of the room. Just be careful on who sits there and whether they can do listening chair. You could also call some students to sit up front on the floor. I call my three back groups to sit up front on the floor for our math lesson. (I teach 3rd.) I love all of your ideas and enthusiasm! Good luck on your first year teaching! :)

[@MrsCallsCampers]

Thank you! I've switched up my seating so it wont' be as much of an issue, but I still love the "listening chair" idea! Thank you!

[@eilidhscott8571]

I meant to comment this on your haul video but when you said you weren’t sure what to put in the two photo frames. In one, on the first day of school take a photo of you and your class and put that in there and then in the other one, take a picture of your class once it is fully ready (one because it’s your first ever class and two because you worked so hard and so you can remember what it looked like). I really love your channel btw. I want to be a teacher in the future and this makes me more and more excited as planning your room looks so fun. Anyway love your channel and you will be an amazing teacher. 👩‍🏫

[@ElizabethHarrison26]

Your room is coming along great! It can be so overwhelming - there is always a TON to do!

[@MrsCallsCampers]

The list keeps on growing! I hope you are having fun on vacation! :)

[@CarmenLizeth]

I'm going to be a freshman in college and you seem like a first grade teacher I would've loved to have!!!

[@noellezinn7626]

I'm a middle schooler, and this just really entertains me.....and I'm also watching this in March 2019......thx for this entertainment while I plead to be a teacher when I grow up and can't wait now to decorate my classroom. lol

[@amandacas1665]

I taught kindergarten this last year and had a similar issue with backs being to the white board but I trained the kiddos that when I said “teacher chairs” they’d turn their chairs so everyone would be facing the white board, then when it was independent time they turned their chairs back and worked away!! Good luck this year!!

[@MrsCallsCampers]

LOVE THAT!!!!!!! And thank you! I hope your year goes great as well!

[@karlienichelle801]

' I'm not a professional. It's together though ' hahahaa

[@prongsverse]

Man I wish I had you as a teacher when I was in first grade! Truth be told I don’t really remember 1st grade especially now that I’ve moved away from where I lived during that time, but teachers like you really make school more enjoyable for students so thank you!! Ps: this is coming from a student who is going into their freshmen year of highschool 😪😬

[@MrsCallsCampers]

I barely remember first grade haha! I have probably two memories

[@amandahelphrey8374]

Girl!!! You and I are so much alike. I started teaching the same year as you, and I hope your year was just as great as mine!!! Here's to another great year!

[@MrsCallsCampers]

That's awesome Amanda! We;re in it together!

[@plut0d722]

Super late but I love the way you planned everything out on the computer!

[@lily-cn3vs]

I’m watching us going into eighth grade and her you’re entertaining my summer

[@crystalriches]

I am a Senior at University in Elementary Education and this series is so helpful. I didn't even know this was a community on KZbin! I am so excited right now.

[@MrsCallsCampers]

Welcome to the little lovely world :)

[@sydneeearnshaw1669]

I’m about to start my first year in college (Pursuing a career in elementary ed!) & am loving your vids :)

[@MrsCallsCampers]

Hey girl!

[@upbeatcreativeteacher4850]

Are you going to utilize the board behind your guided reading table? In my opinion I think that will be a better place for your word wall instead over your computers if you are mostly going to be using your white board.

[@MrsCallsCampers]

Yes! I have plans for that board :) Stay tuned!!

[@allison5067]

beginning to watch your channel has been such a blessing for me. i am only 13, but i've always wanted to be a teacher; and i can't wait to graduate hs and go to longwood!! thank you so much for inspiring me even more to pursue my dreams. i love your channel. keep up the lovely work. 💞📚

[@MrsCallsCampers]

Thanks sweet girl!

[@kellitravis2651]

Hang in there! Every classroom that I have moved into I have had to the exact same thing. I really feel as if principals need to be more proactive in this area. Curriculum that is not used any longer should be boxed and stored, and every classroom needs to have a level of expected cleanliness. Budgets are tight, but our schools should be able to be basically clean. It will get better. Take it one section at a time, and ask a friend to come help for a couple of hours. It goes faster when you have a buddy!

[@ravenyankovich7897]

the blue board you mentioned in your first video, i think you should paint mrs calls campers on it and put it somewhere in your room!

[@Grace-li8pt]

I love the seating you made,i'm going into highschool this year and I wish my previous teachers did something like that before,I think it will really help with your students alot. My mother worked with kids who have behavioral issues and she had yoga balls in her classroom for students who may be kind of losing it to just calm down.

[@MrsCallsCampers]

YES! So many people think it will be hard to manage/too much for littles, but the reason I am doing it is to help them manage themselves! Thank you for this! :)

[@sydneyglendenning5803]

I am so excited about this series! I'm about to head off to college to be an intervention teacher, and I'm so excited about It!

[@AmandaTeaches]

Do you buy all of your children books brand new? I use children's books in my high school classroom for some skill-specific lessons, but man those books can get expensive haha

[@MrsCallsCampers]

Some I purchased new! Others I found at McKay's or from thriftbooks.com :)

[@aliciagresham9555]

Hey, I have a suggestion. You could turn the blue wood that you have into a table or bench as a another flexible seating option.

[@hollywisniew2877]

Would LOVE to see a video on the books you chose as read-alouds! I am starting my 4th year this fall in elementary education (will graduate in 2020), and I'm already collecting books and things for my future classroom! I just love your videos, I've been binging since I just found you!!

[@MrsCallsCampers]

Okay great girlie! Will do!

[@brulee5741]

I’m going into college this coming fall. And right now, my major is Elementary Education (I think, still working things out lol). But yeah! This is really motivating me, and getting me excited for a future in teaching.

[@aliciamodica8217]

You are doing amazing on trying to set up your classroom

[@renunciate06]

The blue board may have been used to put on top of the air unit to block it in case it gets too hot/cold. I’ve had that problem before and sometime just having something blocking some of the air can work wonders.

[@MrsCallsCampers]

The old teacher used it to display boats lol

[@nataliem4290]

I must know where the beautiful rug is from! Loving this series :)

[@MrsCallsCampers]

Lakeshore!

[@katelynbray5531]

I'm so glad you love your school, I'm sure that makes it easier and more exciting 😃😀

[@MrsCallsCampers]

Yes!!!

[@daniisaurushax]

Hey thanks for uploading this, it’s so cool to see! I came across it randomly in my home feed. I miss school so much and always thought it would be so fun to be a teacher but I never finished high school so I obviously can’t haha. I loooove the leaf rug it’s so cute and fits so well!

[@madinikolas4772]

I’m so excited for you! I start student teaching this year and will hopefully be setting up like this in one year from now! I love watching these videos to see what it will be like, and get inspiration for my future classroom☺️ love these videos!

[@MrsCallsCampers]

I did the same thing, Madi! Make sure you keep track of your ideas! I plan on making videos geared towards student teachers, but I wish you all of the luck!

[@theglamteacher7386]

that to do list doeee lol. At least it's pretty!!! love the font choice

[@RachaelLyn]

I found your videos in my suggestions and I am so glad I watched! You are so fun and your kids are going to love having you as a teacher!! I am going into my 7th year as a teacher, my 5th year in Kindergarten. I too still like to buy ALL. THE. STUFF!!! However, each year does get easier, I promise! I got a ton of my books from library book sales (a paper grocery bag for $1), Half Priced Book Store in the clearance section, and then I buy so many, many books each month from Scholastic. You'll get there!

[@MrsCallsCampers]

Yay! Thanks so much! I can't wait to have an impressive library :)

[@aimeegranzier8908]

I love this!! makes me so excited to finish studying so that I can have my own class to set up and teach!!

[@MrsCallsCampers]

Yes! You got this girl!

[@lovermonkey3977]

Did anyone else see the little bug on the floor at 12:17? 😂 I love these videos knowing how much work some teachers put into their classrooms.

[@MrsCallsCampers]

His name is Joey, okay? He's shy.

[@zoeymichele1620]

Im going into 8th grade which is in the highschool and im watching these becuase theyre interesting 😂 and im subscribing ♡ keep doing these types of videos

[@bonniechurchwell7682]

I haven't watched all your videos yet so you might address this, but 5 and below often has yoga balls. I don't know how long they last though. And it might just be my area, but I also see them all the time in thrift stores.

[@MrsCallsCampers]

That's where I got mine! :)

[@lovelyavocado8365]

Beautiful Classroom!

[@MrsCallsCampers]

Thank you!

[@AlanaKaay]

Did anyone else see a bug at 12:18😂😂😂but I love these videos! I’m bored during summer so🤷🏽‍♀️💜

[@julie-vv4wz]

12:16 you can see a cockaroach on the right corner walking haha

[@SparklingSpeducator]

I also am on the search for more of those black book bins, but I am at the point where I am just going to order them online because I want all black!!!!

[@kathybrannon8166]

I’m playing catch-up on your videos so you may have found your Big Lots bins, but Pocketfullofprimary said in her last video that you can now order those online. Maybe cheek that out if you’re still in need. Never thought of using chair cushions as floor cushions. Great idea! Having access to 2000 copies a month is amazing! We get 500 so when you have 700 students in your room every 10 day period that doesn’t go very far😒

[@MrsCallsCampers]

Yes, that's here I got mine from! I ordered online :) And I am so sorry to hear that. Wish I could share!

[@shannagrace7374]

Hey use the boxes from the cubby thing for book boxes put lables on them and the kids get one to store thete books in

[@kaylees.3375]

My son is starting first grade soon and I'm in college to become an elementary school teacher so I'm enjoying your videos, thank you

[@MrsCallsCampers]

Thanks, Kaylee! That is so exciting! Good luck to you!

[@chloecatastrophe5210]

Well I am not a teacher but I am only in the fifth grade but I love your videos

[@angelinafitzgerald5752]

I like the hello small rug

[@nicolemartinez9361]

I’m not a teacher nor do I have a desire to be one but I find your videos very motivational! You make me feel like I need to get it together lol

[@xderangedbarnes]

whoah this is actually really cool lol

[@avacarey5882]

This is so helpful and I love all of you're videos. You are so organized just like me! I can't wait until I am old enough to be a teacher because I have wanted to be one since I was very young. I was also wondering if you have any advice for going in to 8th and how to stay organized and how to get good grades. Thank you so much!

[@morganmathews2693]

You can attach the car AC smell clips to your air conditioning unit and it will keep your classroom smelling fresh all year

[@MrsCallsCampers]

That's a great idea!

[@xoxofox232]

Finally I’ve been waiting for this! Loving these vlogs

[@MrsCallsCampers]

You are so sweet, thank you! I am having so much fun doing these. Editing Setup Day 3 tonight :)

[@bellarasher2893]

its first grade!!!! it should be colorful girl!

[@MrsCallsCampers]

Everyone's different. I want a calming/nature inspired classroom :)

[@malinm1615]

We had computers all the way in the back of the classroom, facing the wall. I don't know how that would work with the kids or with the windows. It did work really well, but it was in my middle-/highschool classroom and there were no windows on the back walls there

[@Eaj1997]

A tepee or tent could be helpful for kids who easily get overstimulated. It would give them a spot to calm down without the bright light or other children. I know it helps my cousin who has a slight learning disability! Just an idea 😊

[@oof1590]

This is strangely interesting and inspiring.

[@MrsCallsCampers]

Thank you!

[@breanneblaquiere2002]

I'm going into grade 11 high school and I don't start school till September

[@JeremyMichelbook]

I suck at putting furniture together. I always use the wrong screw or piece and jack it up. You’re not alone.

[@MrsCallsCampers]

Practice makes perfect?! :) Haha!

[@angelique5438]

I live in South Africa and I was in primary school in the early 2000s and NONE of my class rooms looked as good as the ones American teachers have. We had to buy our own supplies - if you don't have a ruler you had to ask a friend.

[@hwstudios7530]

My second grade teacher used to let the students stay late at school with her (with parents permission of course) and help her grade homework and other stuff like that. She said it was a reward for the good kids, but let’s be real, she just needed the help😂

[@MrsCallsCampers]

My second grade teacher let me do this, and I loved her for it!

[@cynthiia222]

I want to become a first grade teacher too💕

[@keelykanin1088]

Interesting seeing how other countries format their classrooms

[@lelel_yes5798]

This is making me want to be a teacher😂

[@MrsCallsCampers]

♡

[@JamieB2357]

New subscriber! When do you start school?

[@MrsCallsCampers]

August 6th! Full day is the 8th ♡

[@kindwinners4500]

Lol I’m just watching all of your videos because I’m really bored this summer! If you’re wondering why it’s because my first day at a french school is a week from tomorrow and I’m so exited and bored but I’m also nervous that the fact that the school is french will effect my learning but I did have to take an interview to make it in (and I made it) but since your going to be a teacher or even anyone seeing this comment do you have any advice

[@kellitravis2651]

You may not need the 5 drawer file cabinet. I always get a 3 drawer.

[@MrsCallsCampers]

I think I will use it!

[@AmberN1996]

Does anyone know the name of the program she was using to design her classroom on her laptop?? I’m almost into my first year of my Elementary Ed teaching program and I love watching these videos!!! Good luck and I hope you have a great school year!

[@evierodriguez1923]

does anyone see the bug crawling 12:17 on the floor by the age chairs

[@the5crows375]

I feel your pain. I am transferring schools and all my stuff is in my living room until I can go to work next week! I have 12 years worth of stuff plus all the stuff I've been grabbing over summer break! Love your channel and instragram...here's my instragram 5omething.2.crow.about

[@MrsCallsCampers]

12 years worth of classrooms in your living room? I have no words...but my thoughts are with you! :)

[@ChloeRamey]

This is what I'm doing with my summer after High School graduation. lol

[@baleighsilver8684]

Could you put your word wall on your black board, if your not gonna be using it for actual writing!?

[@meganduckett4372]

So you say you have the guided reading table, is that doubling as YOUR desk? Like where you’ll sit and work on stuff/watch over everyone?

[@MrsCallsCampers]

YES! :) But I won't be sitting there during the day for the most part. I'll be walking around and working with kiddos

[@Kbrown8531]

Im a new subscriber AND i am about to be a first year teacher teaching first grade as well!

[@MrsCallsCampers]

YAY! Are we friends on insta?!

[@Kbrown8531]

just followed you on my teacher account!

[@juliadanon8573]

What’s the app/program you used design your classroom!?

[@MrsCallsCampers]

Hi, Julia! You may have already found it by now, but check out my video on designing your classroom! goo.gl/fV5xbA

[@kynnasjourney8643]

Hey ms. Calls. I love your vids. But i also love your edits. What do you use to edit your intro and videos? Hope to hear back from you.