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 win the laminator. I have a paper cutter and up to this point it has been the best Christmas present ever! It saves so much time. Having a laminator would be great to save time and money by preserving the games and activities I print out or make. I hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving and a blessed Christmas time.
I would love to win a binding machine since I have all the other fabulous must-haves.
Amazing! I have all of these things except the binding machine so that is the one I’d pick! 🙂
So fun! I would absolutely love that binder machine! 😀 thank you for the chance to win!
Thank you so much for the chance! I would love the laminator!
I would love to have the stapler! I love to send home student made books and creations, so this would be so helpful!
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I have a laminator and binding machine. I would love a good stapler (the long ones that reach the middle of small books that need to be stapled) or the pencil sharpener. I could never get a good sharpened to last when I was teaching high school.
I would love any of those items! Thanks for doing such a great giveaway.
I would love the laminator or binder!