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 definitely love the home laminator or binding machine! Both of those seem like great tools for at home or school! We do have a laminator at school, but a lot of times I have some last minute things at home or smaller projects that I don’t have time to do at work!
What a great idea! I’d love the binding machine!
I’d love to win any of these! Woo-hoo! 🙂
I would love to win the laminator. I’ve been following you for a long time and have been using your platforms and education print outs to help my son learn as he just turned 3 this last summer. We’ve been enjoying it and he has learned a lot from it. Thank you for doing this give away!
All great supplies to own! I have some, but I do not have the paper cutter! Thanks!
Honestly each one is a great gift! They would all be helpful, the laminator is my favorite, but a stapler, pencil sharpener, paper cutter.. alllllll amazing! Thank you so much! 💗✨
I would love the binding machine. So many times I have wished for one of these!
All of the items you have selected are great. They would work well in the library doing projects with students.
I think the stapler would be great
I would love to have the laminator. It would be great to have at home with my little boy. He loves it when I laminate things and he can use the dry erase markers. This is a GREAT give away.
What a wonderful giveaway! Thank you!