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 love the binding machine. I always make class books with my students and it would be nice to be able to bind them.
The laminator or the binder would be great to have. 😊
I would love the paper cutter for I like doing a lot of crafts and this would help me a lot. I could use all the things you have posted but my 1st choice would be the paper cutter.
The laminator would really help me in my classroom. I have a few of the others tools but spend a lot of time and money going to get things laminated that I use with my students.
I think I would choose the laminator! I will say though, tough choice!
Ive been making end of year books for years ,in various ways. Ive never used a binding machine and think it might solve multiple problems. It would be a great thing to have!
I’d love to win the binding machine! I always need things bound and it would make my life so much easier!
I would love the laminator or the paper cutter. My paper cutter is small and it would be great to have a backup laminator!
These really are all indispensable!
I use my laminator all the time!
I’d love the stapler, though.
I’ve never heard of/considered a binding machine! I’d love to use one to try the suggestions you gave 😊