Portable Homework Station {Back to School Blog Hop}
How is it already August? How am I already buying school supplies and school clothes? Well the summer may have flown by but me and my blog friends have some projects to get you in the mood for back to school. Check out these amazing back to school projects and get in the school spirit!
1. Back to School Mantle by The Crafted Sparrow
2. Churched up Backpacks by Maybe I Will
3. Back to School Wreath by Among the Young
4. Flour-less Cookies by Hollyhocks & Honeybees
5. Portable Homework Station by The Benson Street
6. ABC Book Page Bunting by She’s Crafty
7. Back to School Trends by Flats to Flip Flops
8. Back to School Shopping List by Free Time Frolics
I love school supplies. What I don’t love… disorganized school supplies. I can be found shopping at all the office supplies stores getting the awesome deals. To keep it organized I’ve created Portable Homework Stations. These are especially great if kids do homework in multiple places (outside, grandma’s house, kitchen table, etc.).
What I used:
- totes (use any size that will fit your kids supplies, older kids might need a tote that will hold folders, notebooks and paper)
- pencils
- crayons
- erasers
- highlighters
- notepads
- pencil sharpener
- scissors
- glue
- calculator
- tape
- notecards
- binder clips
- paperclips
- any other things that your kids (or you) use frequently
Another easy trick to keep each kid’s homework station together (and no one’s stuff gets mixed up) use washi tape. Tape names to the lids of the totes and place a coordinating piece of tape on each item of school supplies.
Throw everything in the tote and then find kids a spot to do their homework. They can have everything they need if they are out on the patio, grandma’s or even just at the kitchen table.
To keep small items like paperclips together, I used small containers from Ikea. Use as many as needed for different small parts.
I hope these portable homework station ideas will keep you and your kids organized all year long and that homework time will be easier. Keep it all together so they can focus on getting that homework done!
Make sure to visit all my fun blog friends and get in the back to school spirit.
Linking up with: Tatertots & Jello, Six Sisters’ Stuff, Craft-O-Maniac, Skip to My Lou, Sumo’s Sweet Stuff, Keeping it Simple, Marvelous Mondays, Time to Sparkle, Sugar Bee Crafts, Snap, Sugar & Dots, The 36th Avenue, Transformation Thursday, Love & Laundry, Fine Craft Guild, What’s Cooking with Ruthie
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I’m Emily, a mom and wife with a passion for crafting, celebrating holidays, and creating memorable moments. From Idaho to the world, The Benson Street is a treasure trove of easy, fun DIY projects, delightful printables, and delicious recipes. With over a decade of experience in blogging and a love for all things seasonal, I’m here to share my tips, ideas, and occasional mishaps. Join me in adding a dash of joy and creativity to every day! Read more…
Great idea! Bring on School.
What a cute idea! I especially like the washi tape personalization!!!
Cute idea!!! I love having all my kids “stuff” in one place!
Very nice! I teach a class each summer to middle school and high school students that focuses on organization and study skills. One of the things that we encourage them to do is to create a portable homework station like this. This is such a great key to ensuring success each year! Thanks for a great example!
The portable homework stations make it look like it would be fun to do some homework. 🙂
What a super cute idea!! My kids aren’t old enough for school yet–but Im sure it will be here before I know it…so Im pinning it for the not so far future use! 🙂 I would just love to have you share this at my link party—and anything else you want! I am your newest facebook follower too!
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What a great idea! Love the coordinating washi tape! 🙂
Emily, I adore these homework travel stations! Perfect for having to do homework on the go! Such a great idea!
I’d love it if you linked this up over at Living Well Spending Less for Thrifty Thursday this week! http://www.livingwellspendingless.com/category/thrifty-thursday/
Emily, I adore these portable homework stations. So perfect for doing homework on the go! Thanks for sharing such a great idea!
I’d love it if you linked this up over at Living Well Spending Less for Thrifty Thursday this week! http://www.livingwellspendingless.com/category/thrifty-thursday/
Great Idea! Keep it all organized.
What a great idea! I would love to feature this in a round up of homework stations on West Valley Moms blog including a link back to this post and one photo. Thanks so much for sharing this idea!
That would be fine!