For the year 2011 - 2012, I am going to try a different style of organizing. I would like the students to use folders with brads and pockets.I would like the a poly folder with grads and pockets. It will last longer than the paper folders. However, if you woild prefer to purchase the paper folders, they will need one for each 6 weeks (6 total). It would be great if they could bring the folders the first week of school. I will store the paper folders for them. They will Label the folders when they bring the folders to class. The students will need notebook paper for the folders. PLEASE DO NOT BUY A SPIRAL FOR TEXAS HISTORY. We will work on many creative activities. Your child will need glue, map colors,and scissors. Please make sure they have a pencil bag to put their materials. Thanks for you support in advance.