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Traveling School OT Essentials: Tools, Bags & Organization Strategies: Your road-warrior’s guide to tools, bags, and systems that make traveling between schools easier.

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As a school-based occupational therapist commuting between buildings, you face the challenge of juggling equipment, paperwork, and interventions — all while maintaining efficiency and organization. This curated list gathers smart tools, systems, and ...
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🧳 Bags & Mobile Storage

When you’re constantly on the move between schools, the right bag makes all the difference. These rolling totes, backpacks, and modular organizers help you carry therapy tools, paperwork, and supplies without straining your back — and keep everything...

 
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Scrapbook Totes are THE BEST way to organize all your equipment and lug it from school to school
Rolling Scrapbook Tote on Wheels
 
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Now yes, this is technically a makeup cart, but it works perfectly to organize even more equipment than the scrapbook bag!
JINGUAN Profesional Rolling 5 in 1 Case on Wheels
 
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Keeps your car OT “base camp” neat; you can load daily essentials into your rolling bag as needed.
Car Trunk Organizer 65L Collapsible with Lid
 
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Another way to keep yourself and your car organized!
Headrest Carseat Organizer - Black Oxford

🗂️ Organization Systems

Staying organized across multiple buildings is no small task. These folders, pouches, and modular containers make it easy to group materials by student, goal area, or activity — so you can grab what you need quickly, reset fast between sessions, and ...

 
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A set of clear mesh zip pouches (small to large) to sort therapy items like bands, putty, small manipulatives, tech cords, etc. Why it’s useful: You can swap pouches between bags or tote compartments instead of re-packaging every time. Visual clarity...
24pcs Mesh Zipper Pouch Bags
 
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This multi-pocket folder can help you keep student paperwork or worksamples organized.
Smead Project Organizer, 24 Pockets, Grey
 
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These photoboxes are another great way to store fine motor supplies! Even puzzles and crayons fit in here!
16 Inner Cases Multi-colored Plastic Storage Box
 
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This is a great way to store all youre writing utensils for sessions!
See-Thru Storage Caddy

🧠 Therapy Tools & Must-Haves

These are the tried-and-true materials you’ll want in your mobile toolkit — small, versatile items that support sensory regulation, fine motor skills, and executive functioning activities. Compact, portable, and multipurpose tools are key when space ...

 
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Strengthens fine motor skills and doubles as a sensory fidget. This should be in every OT's bag!
CanDo Theraputty Plus Hand Exercise Putty 6-Pc
 
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Easy-to-pack manipulatives for grasp, pinch, coordination, and strengthening activities.
Resistive Clothspins
 
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Versitile and handy! A dry-erase board is essential for the travelling therapist!
6pack 9x12 Dry Erase Boards - Lined & Blank
 
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These craft kids are a great way to bring a fine motor craft without needing to bring tons of equipment!
Winlyn 24 Sets Craft Kits For Kids
 
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These beads are the best. I use them in my OT sessions daily!
Plastic Lacing Beads for Kids (70 pieces)

🪄 OT Hacks & Efficiency Tips

Traveling OTs know that small systems make a big difference. These clever hacks and time-savers help you streamline your workflow — from packing checklists to labeling strategies and setup shortcuts — so you can focus more on your students and less o...

 
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The ABSOLUTE BEST OT RESOURCE. This is great for organization and printing quick worksheets on the go!
Tools To Grow, Inc.
 
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I love OT Schoolhouse for great recommendations!
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OT Toolbox is always so helpful!
School Based OT and Getting Organized Tips - The OT Toolbox
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🌟 Bonus Comforts

When you spend all day on the road, comfort counts. These personal-care and “just in case” items make traveling between schools more manageable — from snacks and water bottles to seat cushions and mini first aid essentials.

 
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Owala is the PERFECT water bottle for the person on the go. I use mine everyday
Owala FreeSip® Sway
 
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The perfect compact lunchbox for the OT on the go!
Bento Lunch Box Set
 
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The umbrella speaks for itself! A must have!
Travel Mini Umbrella
 
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Love bringing OT themed items with me on the go! This is so cute and a great way to promote our profession!
Occupational Therapist Kit