As a teacher in a low socio economic community where children often come w/o the requested/required school supplies I purchase many things they will need to have on hand. I appreciate it when I can get a good quality product for a low price since I am spending my own not school money.
Keeping up with 6 children can be a daunting task.It is sometimes difficult to remember who said what and individual issues that need to be addressed. I find it helpful to have a different color of notebook for each child. I write down things that I must remember for each kid. Nobody feels forgotten this way. It helps me feel more organized.