Comparison Shopping

I have been visiting my favorite school supply hang-outs and must say I am a little disappointed. Lots of the same things as last year. But I haven't given up hope! It's still early! I did find a few things, 

so watch for a post about that!

 I use a lot of Rubbermaid and Sterilite Containers in my world.

I love the 3 drawer units for all kids of things. 

But I also love the IKEA Expedits. (I think I love them, I don't own any YET.)

So my shopping "savviness" is struggling. I think that the IKEA price tag is to steep to cover on my own, but if I actually do the math..... let's see.

The 3 drawer unit could be found for $12.88. So 3 of those units would be comparable to one IKEA Expedit unit. This cute red one is $89.99. Bummer, I was hoping I could do the IKEA number..... So let's look at uses.

Drawer units:

Pros: price, versatility, easily moveable, lightweight

Cons: not as durable as wood, may need to be replaced sooner than Expedit

Expedit Units:

Pros: sturdy, could be used as room/area divider

Cons: price, possibly tippy if used as a divider, needs storage cubes or tubs to store things on shelf, 

Okay - How about if I don't buy anything yet....... and plan my room arrangement and classroom space...... and then MAYBE I can justify the Expedit :O)

Happy Teaching!

Classroom Arrangement - A Clean Slate

     I stopped by my classroom to see what progress the custodians were making as they waxed the floor and cleaned the carpet. I was excited to find that they were done and things were drying. I hope next time I stop by my furniture will be back inside so I can start arranging things for the school year. 
     I feel like really shaking things up this year. I plan to create a shelf space in my store room at home for lots of my teacher resources and free up space in my classroom. After 20 years in my district, I have spent LOTS of time sorting and dumping.

    Here's a link to all the photos to show you my "clean slate:" 
Classroom Photos



Happy Teaching,
Patsi K in MN