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?
Amazing giveaway !
Thank you for this
The binding machine would be wonderful to have! We love to make our own workbooks etc.
I would love to receive a binding machine. My kiddos need a little encouragement sometimes to put their creative and knowledgeable ideas on paper. If they saw really awesome, bound books made by themselves and their friends, I think it would be a great motivator. Thank you the chance to be the recipient!
I am just now starting to put together supplies to teach my grandkids at home. I am so thankful to have you to put all this information together, because I had no idea how to start! I would love to have these great items to work with!
Thank you for all your hard work!!!
What a great listing! I would love a binding machine.
I agree 100% on your top 5 classroom supplies! I would love the stapler!
Oh my goodnesss. A home laminator would be amazing! Thank u.
It is hard to choose, but I think the stapler would get the most use. Thank you for this opportunity!
These are all fantastic tools for the classroom. I would love the binder to use when making books for the kids in the class.
The binding machine is a great idea! It would definitely make things easier for my classroom projects!
This realm of homeschooling as a grandmother is such a challenge and a huge blessing at the same time. I have enjoyed so much watching my grandson grow and learn these past few months. Your website has been a HUGE help to us. Even my grandaughter emjoys some of the activities when she gets home from kindergarten. The laminator is on my wish-list and would be a huge gift for us. I have 3 more grandchildren coming in 2022 and OH WOW I’m going to need this!
Thank you for all that you do to help ME and my baby grands!
Blessings,
Rachel
Awww thanks so much, Rachel! Makes me happy to hear that you’ve been able to use some of my resources!! And wow…3 new grandchildren in 2022! Congrats!