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QuestionWhat is an insertable hole puncher?Community AnswerIt is a hole puncher that has holes where you can link it into your binder. You should be able to purchase these at Staples or any other school/ office supply store.
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QuestionHow do I put in the scissors and other things?Community AnswerThey make pencil cases to go in your binder, so you can put your scissors, glue, post-it notes, pencils and so on in your binder.
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QuestionWould you recommend having a binder that holds everything together, or having multiple zipper binders for each subject so papers don't get lost?Community AnswerPut holes in everything and don't put things in pockets. Stuff in pockets falls out, and if all of your papers are stacked in a folder, you're more likely to miss or forget to do something.
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QuestionWhat can I use binders for?Community AnswerHomework assignments, notes, handouts or anything, really. .
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QuestionDo I put everything in it or just notes?Community AnswerYou should keep notes, homework, handouts, and classwork in the binder. Try not to keep doodles and random things in your binder that will take up too much space.
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QuestionIf I have five binders, do I need dividers for each one?Community AnswerIts a good idea, because you can have places for each different subject, instead of having everything thrown together.
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QuestionWhat can I do if I don't have any dividers?Community AnswerYou could always make a DIY version. Take a sheet of paper and attach a tag to the side so that it is easily accessible just like a regular divider. Then, simply hole punch it.
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QuestionHow many dividers should I have?Community AnswerYou will usually want to have one divider per subject, so it depends on the number of classes you're taking.
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QuestionDo I have to have binders or can I use folders with pockets?Community AnswerIdeally you would want a binder. You could organize the folder with pockets by date, but it will get messy and chances are things will fall out. I would highly recommend a binder.
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QuestionWhat is the best kind of binder for middle school?Community AnswerYou should ask your teachers which kind they prefer, because some may want a binder just for their subject while others may be fine with you having a larger binder and combining them with other subjects.
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QuestionShould I put all of my notebooks for sixth grade in my binder?Community AnswerI wouldn’t advise this. The weight of all the notebooks will likely bend or break the binder's rings.
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QuestionWhat if I want a binder for every class, but I can't go back and forth between my locker and class to get my stuff?Community AnswerIf your school allows you, try to carry a book bag around or try combining two classes you have near the same time into the same binder.
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QuestionHow can I keep an "everything binder" organized for school?Community AnswerMake sure you have enough dividers for each subject you're taking. You also want to make sure you clean out your binder weekly, so the clutter doesn't build up.
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QuestionIf I have 1 binder per class and I get homework in all subjects, how will I bring each binder home?Community AnswerWhen using one binder per class, use 1 inch binders. Five of these are only about 5 inches. One large binder would be 3 inches, but then you would always have to take all subjects home.
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QuestionShould I put all of my notes and worksheets for all of my subjects into one binder or separate ones for each subject?Community AnswerIt really depends on how many subjects you have. If you have 3 subjects, then you can use one binder. With 6 subjects, I would recommend having either a 2-inch binder or 2 1-inch binders.
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QuestionCan I keep everything for all of my classes in one binder?Community AnswerAs long as your teachers don't have any rules against this, sure. Just be advised that the binder might get kind of heavy, and you might even have difficulty closing it if you end up with lots of notes, handouts, etc.
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QuestionIn what grade should I start using binders?Community AnswerYou can start using binders whenever you want to or feel like you need to (or whenever your teacher tells you to use one). Kids usually start using binders around third grade.
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QuestionWhat colors should I get?Community AnswerYou can get whatever colors you prefer. You can always decorate them if you decide that you want different colors.
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QuestionHow do I organize on the spot without dividers?Community AnswerTry making your own dividers. If you can't do this, try organizing by the date or subject.
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QuestionWould a five subject notebook fit in a double ring binder?Community AnswerProbably not. The rings would most likely bend out of shape or break.
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QuestionHow would I organize your locker with all that stuff?Community AnswerIf your locker doesn't have one, buy a locker shelf. You should keep your first few class binders on top of the locker shelf and your last few class binders on the bottom of your locker shelf.
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QuestionHow do I organize my backpack?Community AnswerI like to keep all of my binders, textbooks, folders, pencil case, etc. in one pocket (my backpack has a compartment with a fabric “wall” so I have an extra slot) or compartment, then put my lunch (and sometimes my P.E. uniform) in the next compartment, then I go from there. Usually I only use one or two compartments regularly and the other compartments are for when I take my instruments or some kind of project home. Keep loose objects like pencils, pens, highlighters, calculators, etc. in a pencil bag in the front pocket of your backpack.
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QuestionHow can I best organize a home binder?Community AnswerIt is helpful to have dividers by subject in your home binder too. This way, if you need a specific paper (i.e. if your teacher forgets to put in the grade, or if you need to study for a test) it will be easier to find.
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QuestionHow should I organize my binder when I need to include two different subjects inside it?Community AnswerUse binder dividers to separate both the subjects. That way you can use one binder for two subjects.
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QuestionShould I put all kinds of pencil pouch tools like scissors, calculators, pencils, etc. inside the same pencil pouch?Community AnswerYou could, but if it works better for you to have a separate pencil pouch for different tools, that's perfectly fine too. It's really up to you, unless your teacher prefers you to do it differently. If you find it more convenient to put everything together, then you should do that.
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QuestionWhich categories should I include in my binder?Community AnswerHandouts, notes, vocabulary, homework, upcoming assignments and classwork is one way you could organize it.
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QuestionWhat types of binders can I use for school?Community AnswerIdeally, you should use a binder for every subject to be the most organised and prevent heaps of clutter. If your order of classes is the same every day, you could use 7.5cm binders (3in) to hold 2 subjects with 1 binder. If you have very little access to your locker, don't have lockers or are forgetful with your schoolwork, use an 'everything' binder, but I recommend cleaning it out on the weekends to prevent it getting messy. Make sure you have dividers in your binder(s) to keep yourself super organised.
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QuestionI want to use a binder for stuff but my teacher wants me to use it as my data binder. Would I have to get a new binder?Community AnswerYes. There are cheap binders though, so don't worry! There are binders at dollar stores and variety stores, and office supplies stores. You could also use notebooks as a substitute for binders if you really don't want to buy another binder.
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QuestionAre binders better than folders?Sejal WhitakerCommunity AnswerYes, binders are better than folders because more papers will fit in a binder. However, if only a few sheets need to be kept, a folder would be more ideal.
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QuestionWhat type of binder was shown in the pictures?Community AnswerIt is likely a Casemate binder because of the way it is shaped.
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