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 use clear contact paper to substitute for a laminater. … but i’d love the opportunity to try a real one! But actually there isn’t a thing in your list of 5 that I wouldn’t love to try. I don’t have any of them!
I am just starting out as a teacher and would love any of these! I subscribe to quite a few different blogs for help and I am so grateful for them! I am always looking for ideas and ways to improve so thank your for what you do!
These are all must have supplies! I have a home laminator too, but all the other supplies you have listed I am thankful that my school has. I have wondered what I’ll do if I transfer and my new school doesn’t have a binding machine. I’ve used it so much since I switched to kindergarten!
I don’t have a paper cutter and it would be super helpful to have one in my classroom so I don’t have to run all the way from one end of the school to the other to cut paper! It would help my hands from having to cut lots of paper at the same time…my fingers would love a break too!
That stapler would be heaven sent! I have yet to be able to find one that can handle stapling together books and packets!
I need this stapler in my life!
I would love a binding machine! It would be nice to be able to bind at home. I already have a laminator, pencil sharpener and paper cutter, the binding machine would be perfect for many different things!
I agree that having these items are essential! Luckily my campus has a binding machine on campus!
I’d love the cutter. Cutting out printables for my children’s learning can get a bit, “ugh.” It takes me so long to finish cutting anything, because I have to cut it out, laminate it, and cut it again.
This is such a great opportunity! Thank you! I would LOVE to have a binding machine in my room! Merry Christmas!