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book organization
By j

I have a system that works well for me. First, my wonderful hubby made me a huge shelving unit that spans the back wall of my garage at home. (Space wont allow for me to keep them at school , plus I want them at home for
my own kids to enjoy!) I organized my books by themes I teach ie.. dinosaurs,seasons, colors,transportation or type of book ie.. alphabet books, number books, wordless picture books.. Some by author if the book didn't have a home in any of my other categories ie.. Dr. Suess books, Eric Carle books.. I divide them in the bookcase using file folders as spacers. I write the category on the

tab and then place all of the books behind that folder. It has been a great system for me. Each week, i just pull the section of books I need, leaving the folder in place to mark its place for easy return. If a book qualifies for two categories, I just put a note inside the folder of one category stating where the book is shelved. Hope this is helpful..

About stealing.. I write my name in EVERTHING! And let parents know if things are missing. This mostly hppens with homework books.. the ones they are supposed to read at home and bring back the next day. Those who don't bring back, don't get a new book and parents are notified so they knowI know who has it at home. Unfortunately, I still find it happening. If only we could make them financially responsible for misplaced, stolen or damaged items!