5 Must-Have Teaching Supplies
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Before I became a teacher, I underestimated how much work teaching would be and how much of my own money I would spend on my classroom and students! Teachers put so much time, money, and love into teaching and they all deserve a pay raise! Now that I’m a homeschool mom, I am also putting in so much time and money into teaching my three boys.
Over the years, I’ve used various tools to make teaching easier.
Today I’m sharing my top five teaching supplies. Of course, you could buy lots of other supplies, but these are my must-haves!
Top 5 Teaching Supplies
#1 – Home Laminator
I have used my Scotch Thermal Laminator for over 7 years and it’s still working great! I use it to laminate any printables I want to use with dry-erase markers or other printed items that I want to be more durable, such as printable games. Having this in my home is a game-changer and saves me money! Even my husband used it the other day for work! 😉
The one I purchased in 2013 is no longer available, but the one that is most similar is this one.
#2 – Binding Machine
I know this one might surprise you, but I love my binding machine! I have used this so many times! It’s great for making journals, packets, small booklets, and even my handprint calendar. It is also super easy to use.
#3 – Pencil Sharpener
Investing in a good pencil sharpener is a must! I’ve gone through some pretty cheap pencil sharpeners and it’s so frustrating spending money on something that breaks! This Xacto pencil sharpener is great for home or the classroom!
#4 – Stapler
Getting a good, heavy-duty stapler is so helpful! I love this Swingline one because you can staple a lot of pages at once!
#5 – Paper Cutter
So many printables for early childhood require cutting! I love using this paper cutter to save time. It makes cutting a breeze!
Of course, there are many more supplies I could add to this list. These are just my top 5!
What is a must-have for you?
I would definitely choose the laminator. Our laminator at school always seems to be broken or out of film when I need to use it to make new activities.
Would love to have a laminator at home!
That stapler looks amazing! I keep picking up used ones at yard sales!
Definitely a laminator! I laminate materials and use them for years. I would love to have my own so that when the school laminator is not working, I can still laminate and be ready!
I would love to win the paper cutter. I had never considered having one in my classroom, but it would be such a time saver!
The binding machine is a great idea! Never thought of it before. It will make things easier to organize the homeschooling materials.
The laminator, definitely! I am known as the laminating queen at my small preschool. It is my happy place! We wee without a laminator for a while when our old machine broke, & it really got me thinking that maybe I should have my own at home.
I am a first year kindergarten teacher. I was hired three days before teachers were to report for duty. I started with nothing. Fortunately co-workers gave me some basic materials to help me get ready for day one. I would love to add a binder to my room.
All of those supplies are definitely essential teaching supplies. My pencil sharpener just broke, so I need a new one! I would love to win this one!
Have always wanted to try one of these binding machines!!!! Have heard so many great things. I teacher preschool 🥰