How to organize your school desk

Learn how to keep your school supplies tidy so you can find what you need quickly and keep your focus on your work.

1. Clear everything out. Take every single item out of your desk. Put everything on a flat surface like the floor or a table so you can see what you have.
2. Sort and clean. Group your items into piles: things you use every day, things you use sometimes, and things that are broken or finished. Throw away trash, and use your damp cloth to wipe out the inside of your desk.
3. Create homes for your items. Place your most-used items in the easiest spots to reach. Use your bins to keep smaller items like paperclips, erasers, and markers from rolling around.
4. Label your zones. If you are using bins, write what goes inside on a piece of tape and stick it to the front. This helps you remember where everything lives.