Here’s a list of resources middle school students can use to help you organize your room, school supplies, time, and other activities. These tools include websites, apps, videos, and helpful guides to make staying organized fun and easy:
YouTube Video: “How to Organize Your Room for Back to School”
This video provides practical tips for creating a functional and clutter-free space for studying and relaxing.
Website: IKEA’s Room Organization Ideas for Students
IKEA offers affordable, creative storage solutions perfect for middle schoolers, from desk organizers to under-bed storage.
YouTube Video: “Middle School Binder Organization”
Learn how to set up your school binder with color-coded tabs, labels, and how to keep it organized throughout the year.
Website: Organize 365’s Backpack Organization Tips
This site offers practical ideas for keeping a backpack tidy and ready for school with tips on minimizing clutter and using pockets wisely.
Read here
App: Sortly
Sortly is an app that can help you keep an inventory of your school supplies, books, and other essentials so you can always keep track of what you have and what you need.
App: Google Calendar
Google Calendar is a free and easy-to-use tool for managing time, setting reminders for homework, school events, and sports practice, and planning daily routines.
App: Todoist
Todoist helps students create to-do lists, manage homework deadlines, set reminders for chores, and prioritize tasks.
Website: Time Management for Teens Guide
This guide helps students build better time management skills with tips on creating schedules, avoiding procrastination, and balancing school with extracurricular activities.
Read here
App: Trello
Trello is an awesome bulletin board-style website that stores your info in different “cards” and “boards”. I’ve used it to plan trips, keep track of customers, collaborate on group projects (you can even tag people). Sign up for a free account here: https://trello.com/home
YouTube Video: “How to Organize Your Sports Equipment”
A step-by-step video guide on organizing sports gear using easy storage hacks, including keeping everything accessible and tidy.
App: ChoreMonster
ChoreMonster is a fun app that helps students manage their chores by turning them into games with rewards for completing tasks.
App: Cozi Family Organizer
Cozi is a family scheduling app that can be used to assign and track chores, keep family members on task, and plan daily routines.
6. Links for Organizing Studying
Quizlet can help you make flashcards for studying: https://quizlet.com/110262004/flashcard-quizlet-flash-cards/
MindMeister can help you create mind maps, charts, colorful notes and all kinds of layout patterns for visual learners or if you’re creating a visual aid. It’s free but you’ll need to sign up for an account: https://www.mindmeister.com/
23 helpful websites and apps for students to help you study: https://www.ashworthcollege.edu/blog/23-helpful-websites-apps-for-students-to-help-you-study/
I hope these resources provide you with tools to organize different areas of your life, from your school supplies to your schedules and chores. With the help of apps, videos, and interactive websites, staying organized can become a fun and productive habit!