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?
A binding machine would be so useful in my classroom. Thank you very much!
The laminator would be most helpful to me as a mom who home schools. Thank you.
I am always printing great resources from the internet, but laminating them would extend their life, and make them reuseable.
I would love to win the laminator! I do not always have time in the day to go to the Teacher Resource Center. Having this on hand, would be amazing!
It would save me time & would help me greatly! If I had it on hand, it would save me time & money! I like to laminate, games, nametags, resources! #Hopetowinthis!!!
I would love the laminator. I am a first year preschool teacher who needs her own personal one!
Because a binding machine would be soo helpful. Thank you for the chance.
Why would I love to win the binding machine……let me count the ways….. Class books, year end gift books (like a year book) small binders for each kid with stuff inside for them to do when they are done with their “work”, getting myself organized…I am sure I am forgetting something!
I would love to have a laminator to make my life so much easier!
Wow! No teacher should ever be without a laminator! It is a wonderful tool for being able to use items over and over. IT is also great for preserving student work:)
I need a heavy duty stapler in my school life. Regular staplers aren’t always up to the job.