Back to School Anyone?

School begins here in my county on August 23rd. Teachers like me have to return a week before.  As I am preparing for my students, I thought about "Survival Kits". I have always liked "Survival Kits" so I decided to post a couple here.
http://familycrafts.about.com/od/giftsforteacher/ss/Teachers_Survival_Kit.htm

Teacher's Survival Kit

• Aspirin: When all else fails, take 2 and take a time out.
• Band-Aid: For when things get a little rough.
• Crayon: To color every day bright and cheerful.
• Ear Plugs: For when the noise get's too overwhelming.
• Life-Saver Candy: Because you are a life saver to many children.
• Marbles: To replace those you might loose from time to time.
• Mounds Candy Bar: For the mounds of knowledge you share.
• Paper Clip: For when you need help in holding things together.
• Peanuts: To remind you to be a little nutty sometimes.
• Puzzle Piece: Because you are a big piece of every child's life.
• Rubber Band: To remind you to be flexible.
• Starburst Candy: To give you a burst of energy when you need it.

I make these cute "Survival Kits" for my students. ( I can't remember what site I found this one, but there are a lot on the web)
                                                    

To Use With Lucky Charms

This special treat is to remind you that I’m glad you are in my class! Before you eat your treat have someone read this list to you. Search the bag for the marshmallow shapes hidden inside! You should find: 

• Yellow star- to remind you to always shine!
• Pot of gold- to remind you that you’re worth a million!
• Colorful rainbow- to remind you to promise to always do your best!
• Blue moon- to remind you that once in awhile, we all make mistakes, and that’s okay!
• Green clover- to give you good luck as you begin first grade!
• Purple horseshoe- to remind you that U matter!
• Red balloon- to remind you to soar above the clouds and try new things.
• And most of all- a pink heart to remind you that as your teacher, I care about you.