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 could really use this laminator to conserve posters and signs; and art work for early learning educators I work with!
It would be nice to have a laminator I could keep in my classroom!!
These are some perfect must haves.
I love your resources. They are my go tos daily.
The binding machine would be absolutely wonderful!
I would love the laminator in order to work at home and spend more time with my family!
A laminator is essential in my child care facility for children’s hands on math and language activities! This would be a great gift. 🙂
I would love to win the laminator so I can print centers for my students that will last longer. I can also laminate parent gifts we create.
These definitely are essentials! What a great prize pack!
I would love to have the laminator to be able to do some thicker lamination on items that are handled by the students daily!
laminator is a must! Although the list could go on and on!! LOL packing tape in a standing dispenser is another!! OH!!! and velcro dots!
I would LOVE to win the paper cutter!!
Thanks for doing this!