Why A Teacher Toolbox Will Make You Happy
It took me a few years to jump on the “teacher toolbox” train, but when I did, it was a LIFECHANGER! Staying organized (fun school supply-wise) has always been a struggle, but this toolbox keeps everything in one place. Plus, I no longer have bins, jars, and other organizers all over my desktop. Everything fits inside of this toolbox organizer!
A Teacher Toolbox Keeps Clutter Away
I don’t know about you, but when I feel cluttered and unorganized, my focus is COMPLETELY off. Rather than completing my lesson plans for the next week, I am distracted by all things school supplies scattered over my table.
Fun flair pens and sticky notes = DISTRACTION.
Sounds silly, yes I know. But if you are anything like me, you know EXACTLY what I am talking about.
Since clutter has its own home now, I feel better about leaving work earlier. Which in turn. makes me happier because I can get to my own kids sooner. Also, I get to make dinner, put away laundry, go through backpacks, and so on.
Another quick note…My desk is so much easier to clean and dust with ONE item on top rather than several!
Customization!
Who does not love customized classroom storage and organization?!?
Labels can be made to match any color, theme, or design you wish. Also, the toolbox itself can be spray painted to be any color you wish. I chose to stick with the gray color so I can easily switch it up with any room theme. But who knows. maybe this will be the year I change the color!
In a simple Google search, you will so SO many varieties of toolboxes and labels. At the end of this post, there are also links to the labels that I have created, with more coming!
Make Teacher Toolbox Labels Editable
With labels where the text is editable, your toolbox can be customized to hold any supplies you wish! All of your fun teacher supplies will have a forever home. 💝
The two blue boxes on each label below are where to type the text. The fonts are set so they will be the same as the labels below. All you need is Adobe (free version) and you can create your own!
Teacher Toolbox Supplies
These models of toolboxes seem to change as often as cars so I couldn’t find the exact one that I have. But all of these toolboxes are Akro-Mils so the quality will be the same!
There are several varieties to choose from on Amazon. Just click one of the images below to view.
I am actually considering a second teacher toolbox to house direction cards and other visuals used for teaching!
Teacher Toolbox, in Summary!
Do you stay late to organize/pick up these random office supplies and teaching tools after the kiddos leave for the day? ✋
Do you feel like you can’t focus until you clean up your work table or desk? ✋
Do you procrastinate completing work until you have a clear area? ✋
Do I need to go on???
By using a teacher toolbox, I have been able to be more focused, organized, and purposeful with my time. After my students leave, I can leave shortly after. My planning time is NOT spent organizing my desk, because it is already done.
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Editable Teacher Toolbox Labels
And more coming soon! Click to view the listings!