It’s been a little over a month since we’ve been back in school. My daughter started Kindergarten this year and I’ll admit that I was less than prepared when it came to setting up a designated spot for her to do her homework…Frankly, I was completely shocked to see the workload a Kindergartener came home with…
I don’t even remember having homework until I was in like 3rd-4th grade!
So I knew I had to get a handle on the organization at home before it completely overwhelmed me.
I waited until the first week she started bringing home homework and papers to really get a feel for what she needed so I wouldn’t overspend on unnecessary items, and after using this system for about 2 weeks now I know its working great so I feel comfortable sharing with you! 🙂
Originally, I thought I would use one of those plastic containers that I use for my closet pharmacies, but realized I didn’t need 3 drawers for supplies and that still didn’t have a space to house her workbooks and folders. So I went to Staples and found these…
For under $20 I thought it would be perfectly functional along with being an attractive option since my plan was to have this left out on my kitchen counter where my daughter usually does her homework.
I love how the top has raised sides to easily and neatly corral her books and folders, yet still keep them easily accessible for her.
The one drawer is deep enough and the perfect size for storing all of the supplies she needs to complete her homework. Here’s a look inside…
Supply List-
- mechanical pencils
- pens
- extra erasers
- mini stapler
- extra staples
- glue stick
- colorful markers
- tape
- scissors
- box of crayons
- index cards
- index card filer
Now everything is right there, and easily accessible for her to complete her homework when she gets home from school.
And even though it mainly stays out on the corner of our kitchen counter, it’s completely portable just in case she wants to switch locations someday.
Have you created a homework station or caddy for you kids yet? It’s never too late to get organized!
I’d love to hear what you do to make homework go a bit more smoothly either by leaving a comment below or on my Facebook page!
Talk to you soon guys, take care.
XO
Great idea. I love it. So simple, yet houses everything she needs. Thanks for sharing.
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I totally need to do this! Sometimes kindergarten homework needs pencils, sometimes crayons, sometimes scissors. I’m always running around looking for supplies. Good idea!
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Thanks Sarah 🙂 Zoe loves it, and so do I for the very reasons you listed above! Homework goes a little more smoothly now that I don’t have to keep running back and forth to my office pulling out supplies!
I need to do this. Everything is just out on the counter right now.
It will be so worth it Andrea! Let me know how it turns out!
I have a plastic box with a hinged lid that hair ties came in for little girls years go I bought at Walmart. I have used the box ever since I bought it (and emptied of hair stuff) for our homework box
It has everything my kids from pk to 5th grade need for homework. It has a set of markers, box of crayons, giant eraser, tons of pencils both regular and mechanical, colored pencils, each kid has scissors and there are several types of glue and glue sticks, tape and also a few pencil sharpeners. It comes down for school work and goes back on top of the cabinets when we are done so no one gets into or looses the contents. We have other supplies for crafts and when they want I color or make something but that box is school work only. It has been an awesome tool in our home for 6 years now and I have used it through public and homeschooling!
My little guy is starting 1st grade, and I want to be more organized than we were last year. I like this idea, although I think I could use a second drawer. Do you know if they make something similar but with two drawers? Thanks for the idea!
Hmm…good question. I bought this one at Staples, and I honestly cant remember if the sold stackable drawers to add to it. Worth a look though! It was part of the Martha Stewart line, and I’m 98% sure they still carry it 🙂