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The sub bag: what to bring

18 things to carry into a room you've never seen, in four groups: for you, paper and pens, for the class, and what to ask about before you bring it.

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For you

Paper and pens

For the class

Ask before you bring

How to use it

  1. Pack it the night you're called. Tick each thing as it goes in the bag.
  2. Restock after each day: the ticks stay on this phone until you start over.
  3. Print the list and keep it in the bag's front pocket.

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Questions

Should a substitute bring rewards or treats?

Ask the office first. Many schools have rules about rewards and food, and some students have allergies, so the list puts these under “ask before you bring”.

What should I bring for a class with no plan?

A printed day's plan at the grade you're called for most, a subject pack, a read-aloud book, and a few mazes. With those, any room has a day.

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