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Everything I Use as a Teacher
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Being a homeschool teacher and a mom of six requires alot of supplies. These are the things I actually use every school day from planning, prep, and even printables from my own shop.
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Planning & Organizing
 
Printing & Prep
 
Classroom Supplies
 
Grading & Encouragement
 
From My Own Shop

Planning & Organizing

 
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I need planners everyday of the year. This year I chose a floral one, and this is a great layout in this planner. It works great for my needs.
Pen+Gear 12-Month Monthly Teacher Planner, July 2026-June 2027, Dark Navy Floral, 7.75" x 9.75"
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I like gel pens, and these blue ones are excellent to have on my desk.
Pilot G2 Blue Premium Gel Pens, Fine Point, Assorted Ink, 5 Count
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Post it notes are a must have for all teachers of every level.
Post-it Super Sticky Notes, 3 in. x 3 in., Supernova Neons, 4 Pads
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Pens, dry erase markers and highlighters can easily be organized and seperated with this desktop organizer.
Pen+Gear Metal Mesh Desktop Organizer, Black
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Binder clips are a definite necessity as a teacher especially in grading.
Pen+Gear Medium Metal Binder Clips, Black, 12 Count
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Desktop weekly planners are very helpful and a must have.
Pen+Gear Weekly Undated Large (12" x 7.5") Black and White 60 Sheets Desktop Planner Pad
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Printing & Prep

 
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This All-in-One printer is a must have for my homeschool needs.
HP DeskJet 2952 Wireless All-in-One Color Inkjet Printer, 3 Months Free Instant Ink, Black
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This ink is bold and deep.
HP 67 Black Original Ink Cartridge
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I keep 3-4 packs on hand at any time. I do alot of printing.
Pen + Gear Copy Paper, 8.5" x 11", 92 Bright, White, 20 lb., 1 Ream (500 Sheets)
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My Scotch laminator is the best tool I've got for making dry erase worksheets and study words.
Scotch Thermal Laminator Plus 2 Letter Size Pouches (TL902)
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Scotch pouches work with the Scotch laminator so, they are a must.
Scotch Thermal Laminating Pouches, 50 Count, 8.5in x 11in, 3 Mil Thick
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This is a must have especially for making wall decorations or cutting construction paper.
Westcott KleenEarth Paper Trimmer, Recycled Plastic, 12 Inch, Black
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Classroom Supplies

 
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I keep plenty #2 pencils handy especially for important test days.
Ticonderoga Wood Pencils, Unsharpened, #2HB .3 mm Lead, Yellow, 12 Count
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These dry erase markers are the best. I have dozens of them.
EXPO Dry Erase Markers, Chisel Tip, Black, 4 Count
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I have many different whiteboards, and this one is one of my favorites to use everyday.
Pen+Gear Magnetic Dry Erase Board, Black, Height 17" x Width 23" x Depth 0.65"
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I am often using my giant easel paper. It's great for going back and forth on a lesson.
Post-it Super Sticky Easel Pad, White, 25 in. x 30 in., 1 Pad
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We use alot of glue sticks in our school. Elmers brand are excellent.
Elmer's Disappearing Purple School Glue Sticks, Washable, 2 Count
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These are the best scissors. The ergonomic handle helps so much.
Fiskars 8 Inch Original, Orange Handled Scissors for Adults
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Grading & Encouragement

 
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This gradebook is a companion now. Lol
Ward Teacher's 9-10 Week Class Record Book, 1 Each (Quantity)
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765 is alot, and of course every teacher with young learners need them.
Hello Hobby Multicolor Teacher Reward Sticker Pad, School Icons, 765 Count
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These are great because some days I don't have time to peel and apply stickers. This is one time push.
8 Pcs Teacher Stamps, Self Inking Motivational Grading Stamps with Tray for Classroom and Homeschool Supplies
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I use these almost everyday.
Sharpie Tank-Style Highlighters, Chisel Tip, Assorted, 4 Count
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From My Own Shop

 
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Being a teacher requires lots of planning, so this all-in-one planner is my go to every school year.
Homeschool Mom Planner, 70 Page Undated Printable Planner, Lesson Plans Attendance Grades Reading Log, Homeschool Organizer PDF
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My kids do so well when their hard work is noticed, so I give out awards when they are working extra hard.
Student Awards Certificates Printable, 26 Classroom Award Certificates, End of Year Student Awards, Teacher Printable PDF
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Having a practice workbook with multiple subjects is great for morning work or after a lesson.
Daily Practice Workbook 1st to 2nd Grade, 60 Days Math Reading Science Social Studies, Homeschool Review Packet with Answer Key, PDF
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