Save Time With Labels

Today I'm linking up with a fabulous group of bloggers in our first of many to come Bright Ideas Blog Hop.  Today we are giving you our Bright Ideas, these are time saving and why didn't I think of that tips and ideas.   Who can't use a fabulous new idea?  Today I'm sharing with you my ideas for labels.

Labels are my one of my favorite office supplies.  I own several sizes and use them for everything.  I like labels because I can use cute fonts to make everything match and look fancy.  I use a lot of labels to tag my students belongings in the classroom.  It takes too much time to write out everyones names each time you are passing out a new journal, pencil box or notebook.

You might think, labels are expensive.  Yes, they can be, but last year I stumbled upon labels at my local Dollar Store. They may be a little thin, but they get the job done.  240 labels for $1.00!  That's what I call a bargain.

At the beginning of the year I make multiple sets of class labels with my student names. Just last week I labeled these books I had in my cupboard.  It took about 1 minute.  I don't have to worry about trying to read my students' handwriting or worry that I'l make a mistake when writing out their names.  

I did a quick look around my classroom to make a list of all the ways I use labels.

• coat hooks
• cubbies
• pencil boxes
• glue tubs
• math journals
• writers notebook
• reading book box
• name bases for substitutes or field trips
• homework folders
• classroom supplies

So, the next time you are at your Dollar Store look for the labels.  I buy a few packs at a time, just to make sure I have enough whenever I need them.  

For another Bright Idea visit Jennifer over at Teaching with Grace