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?
All of these are really a ‘must’ for anyone doing any teaching, whether at home or in a school/center situation. I have a very old paper cutter, and could really use a new one so that would be the item I would like to win.
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I would love the paper cutter because the cutting never ends in kindergarten!
Thank you so much for doing the giveaways! The laminator would really be helpful in our homeschooling!
I would love to have the biding machine. I loved using this machine when I taught preschool, and this would be a great addition to our learning at home
These are all great picks. My home laminator gets a LOT of use. I use the paper cutter at work a lot too and would love to have one for home use. I had never considered a binding machine but could definitely make use of one of those. And I appreciate the recommendation for a good quality, robust stapler. I have destroyed so many staplers over the use because of what I put them through.
I love your giveaways! Thank you so much!!!
I always wanted to own a laminator. I had one at work and used it a lot – now as a stay at home mom I really miss it. On second thought, I realize that we are moving to Europe within the next two years and I think a paper cutter might be the better option, since it doesn’t need any electricity… I like to have straight cuts and my scissor skills are not very professional ;-D
I would love to have a binding machine! We lived to write our own stories and make picture books! Also it’s great for other things too (play scripts, printed curriculum, etc.)
I would love the laminator. The school I am at doesn’t have one, (Or, at least not that I’m aware of!) and I think laminating is a great way to reuse things and save resources. (Plus I have one of those fancy colorful organization things that all teachers seem to have, so I need things to fill it with!) I think it would be a great boon to have.
This is such a sweet giveaway! I would honestly love any of those items, but especially the laminator! It would be nice to have one handy in my classroom or at home!
I use all of those tools daily! My laminating is slowly losing it’s power though so I would have to say a laminator right now.