Toy Bin Labels

[funda62]

We've recently moved and before I start unpacking toys I want to label the bins they go in. After blocks though I'm hitting a blank. What labels do you have on your bins/shelves for toys? I need lots of ideas. I promise I'll post pictures when its all done!

TIA

[kayte]

I bought clear plastic pockets used to stick businaess cards on to folders from office depot

<img src=http://www.officedepot.com/pictures/SK/LG/462654_sk_lg.jpg>

I took pictures of all DD's toys, printed them in photoshop elements (there is a print option to print them business card size) and slide them into the holders.

This system works great for us because I rotate toys in three different rooms and away in the closet. It makes it really easy to change the pabels.

HTH

[kcimato]

go to www.eichild.com

They have a free label maker. You buy the stickies(Avery) from Office Depot etc.

Scroll down to the bottom. It's on the right hand side.

[Tondi G]

Blocks
Balls
Cars/Trucks
Trains
Little People
Playmobile
Legos
Megabloks
Dress up
Tools

and the lovely one in my house Weapons... this would include light sabers, nerf blasters, super soakers, spiderman web-blasters.

[andie16]

In addition to pp's list:

music/instruments
puzzles
animals
balls
play doh
art supplies
lacing toys/beads

I guess it kind of depends on how small/large (specific/nonspecific) you want your shelves organized.

Good luck!

[katydid1971]

I have found pictures online of things that go into the bin, I then print them with a name label, ie Trains with a picture of Thomas. I put them on the bin with clear contact paper. It works really well because the child has a picture clue as well as the word. Very good for prereaders to use the picture clues.
Sarah

[american_mama]

I'm dealing with this right now, but haven't stuck the labels on and started the system. I got some good ideas here. I found photos or clipart at microsoft online, and used those with words.

Cars Trucks Etc. (thought about Vehicles)
People and Animals (thought about Characters)
Electronic Toys
Trains
Play Food and Dishes (thought about Kitchen)
Beads Laces Sorters

[JacksMommy]

Our bins are:

Cars, Trucks and Things That Go
Dress Up
Musical instruments
Stuffed animals/dolls
Play silks
Balls
Blocks
Zoobs
Two Misc bins

Laurel
Mama to Jack 6/02 and Maddy 12/04

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