Image byGerd Altmann for Pixabay Edited by CEC from SWF
Thanks to contributing author: Christina Vunk
This time of year it is hard to escape the hundreds of ads and reminders about back to school shopping deals and must haves. Kids are getting excited to head back to school, (parents even more so) and teachers everywhere are getting ready to start what they hope will be the best year yet.
What many people don’t realize is that the workday for a teacher goes well beyond the school day hours. It goes home with them; wakes up with them; it is constant. Teachers are continually wondering what they can do to make each day better than the last. With all of this on their plates, why not create something with your child that can act as a little encouragement along the way? Have some fun with your kids and assemble a teacher’s “Survival Kit.” In your kit, include a list of the items and why they are there. I once had a student give me a set of Chapstick with a note that said “You’re the balm.” I loved it!
Image by 3D_Maennchen for Pixabay Edited by CEC from SWF
With that in mind, here are a few other examples to get you started:
Tea bag or infuser: to inspire “creativi-tea” Smarties: because you are a “smartie” Toothpick: to always pick out the best qualities in your students Mint: because your commit-“mint” is strong String: for when you get to the end of your rope (and need a little extra) Paperclip: to hold it all together Googly eyes: for the times when you need eyes in the back of your head Puzzle piece: without you the class wouldn’t be complete
Now comes the part where you get to decide what container to put them all in. A Ziploc bag or brown paper lunch bag decorated by your child is totally acceptable. Want to make it a little fancier? Try a pencil case or a little organizer basket that the teacher can use on his/her desk!
The best part about this is not only that it is fun and easy to put together, it’s economical too. Don’t have time before school starts to put one together? No problem...any teacher would appreciate this any time of the year. Have fun brainstorming and let us know what other ideas you came up with!
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