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?
Wow! This is an AMAZING giveaway! I have been eyeing a laminator so this would be perfect! I completely agree with all your essentials and have had my Xacto Pencil Sharpener for 13 years!!!
Wow! That’s pretty neat that your pencil sharpener has lasted so long!
I would love the binding machine. I never even considered owning one- I thought it was one of those magical things that only Staples can do 🤣
I can’t tell you how many times I wished I had a binder! This would be awesome! Thanks for doing these giveaways!
Love the giveaway as much as your cute ideas and activiites!
Oh all of these items would be very resourceful at home or at the workplace! I would have to choose the laminator. As said above at my workplace we are not allowed to use the laminator and sometime our beautiful creation come back in a distorted blob! I also feel that I would use the laminator a lot at home for my child’s artwork and photos. What a great variety of tools! Thank you for sharing.
I would love the paper cutter! I bought the Scotch laminator on your recommendation a few months ago and love it!
Yay! So happy to hear you love the laminator!
I would LOVE to win the binding machine!! This would help me so much with binding all of my adapted books for my students!!
Love the paper cutter!
I’ve had a laminator on my wishlist for a while now. Thanks for the fun giveaway!
Paper cutter for sure!