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 to have the paper cutter!
Great list, these are my favorites too, love the stapler!!!
I have enjoyed your site. I would love the home laminater, all the items are awesome! Thanks
I would love to have a laminator. Your resources are amazing! This give-away is a great idea for all the tired teachers/mamas out there. Thank you for your generosity!
I’d love to win the laminator!!
I completely agree with the pencil sharpener. I have used it for years in my primary classroom. I also love my personal straight edge cutter but now I just need the personal laminator. Many teacher friends have one in their classrooms and their center creations seem so much faster than mine. I would love the laminator!
This is a tough one because in my special needs classroom, I am using all of them every day; and although our school has them all, it’s either a wait or they are always broken. So, the one that I have to wait the most for and is broken the most is the laminator so the would come in the handiest and be so nice to have one of my own. I could get things done so much faster for my students and that in and of itself would be a blessing.
The paper cutter would be so handy!
Great giveaway. I have a laminator and the cutting board and couldn’t imagine not having them. Would love the heavy duty stapler.
The binding machine would be so helpful for our small low income eligible center