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binders too
By Dawn

I use binders too, but I try to keep them 1 1/2" or less, not the big ones. I also use the page protectors. But I have a little different organizing system than the poster above. My binders are organized by unit or theme,
and the lesson plans are in there as well. So the binder is set up like this:
First thing in the binder: a rough calendar of what to teach each day.
Then come the lesson plans for day 1, with a tab that says Day 1. Behind that, is the master for whatever worksheets, overheads, etc. that I use with that lesson. Any masters that would go along with that day, I add behind that

lesson.

Then comes the lp for day 2, and so on.

Then comes a section with a tab labeled "extensions"--this is where I put any other stuff I've found related to this unit, that I might someday be able to use for independent projects or centers etc.

At the end of the binder, I put any quizzes, tests, project assignment sheets, etc. that I use with that unit. And a tab marks that spot, labeled "assessment."

I also try to save everything that I've created myself on a CD at the end of the year. I change things a little every year, so I try to update all my files and save them...that way I don't have to retype them next year.

This is not something I did in one year, right off the bat. I gradually evolved this system and it works really well for me, bc I never have to duplicate my work, and I can always find what I need without the "file cabinet panic" search.