My indoor classroom does not have a lot of space so I have been working on ways to try and provide the centers/environment I really want my kids to enjoy and at the same time, not make things too crowded…
One of the changes I made was to remove a large, but very nice bookshelf, out of the classroom and add this “book shelf” on my wall…
I borrowed this idea from Corner House Blog and even followed her suggestion to go to Home Depot to get the materials and have them cut the Vinyl guttering into the right size for me. Funny thing was, when I asked if they could cut the guttering into three pieces for me (I gave them the lengths I needed) – they said that the guttering could not be cut – that it would splinter or possibly shatter if they ran it through the saw.  So I whipped out my Iphone and logged into Corner House Blog and said, “well this Home Depot didn’t have a problem!”  After looking at the blog post, they miraculously cut the guttering for me! I was so excited!!
My husband attached the guttering on the wall so it wouldn’t fall off (which is what would have happened if I put it up). Â The guttering is light weight – so my students and I had a little chat about how to take care of the shelves and set some rules. Â We haven’t had a problem and my students love it…