With school starting in less than two weeks for some districts in the Greater Houston area, it is time for teachers to begin stocking up on back to school decorations and supplies to get classrooms ready for the new school year. Here are seven local businesses in the Houston area for teachers to visit during next week's annual Tax Free Weekend:
Adelyne's
In addition to teacher supplies—such as bulletin board materials, planners and office supplies often purchased at the start of the school year—Adelyne’s offers boutique clothing and gift items ranging from jewelry and candles to home decor and serving pieces. 11715 Spring Cypress Road, Tomball 281-205-7421 www.shopadelynes.com Hours: Tue.-Thu. 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Fri.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Sun. 11 a.m.-3 p.m., closed Mondays
Crystal Children & Teacher Supply
The store offers items for parents as well as teachers, including workbooks, flash cards, grade books, planners and educational games. 2517 Town Center Blvd., Sugar Land 281-491-7323 www.crystalteaches.com Hours: Mon-Sat. 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Sun. 1-6 p.m.
The Teacher Creature Store
The store offers teaching supplies, tutoring and classroom pets such as turtles, fish, frogs and hermit crabs. The store has recently expanded in a new location to provide room for more merchandise. 123 Main St., Ste. B, Spring. 832-674-3284. www.theteachercreaturestore.com Hours: Tue.-Sun.11 a.m.-5 p.m. (summer hours), Thu.-Sun. 11 a.m.-5 p.m., closed Mon.-Wed. (school year hours)
