I'm a speech language pathologist and here's what I use every single day!
Kids love these. We roll a big die to see how many they get to pop (and targets they have to practice)!
Pop It Fidget - Walmart
Foam is safe! I use these dice every day.
Foam Dice Large - Walmart
Dot markers! There are so many printables online to use with these
Washable Dot Markers - Walmart
These are my teacher markers and are used for special occasions but when they come out, they are a hit!!
Mr. Sketch Scented Markers, Chisel Tip, Assorted Colors, 12 Count
Anything from Super Duper is good to have. I have all the articulation cards and they are permanently out on my table. I use the artic cards far more than any other decks FYI.
Fun / Card Decks - Super Duper Publications
Sometimes instead of dot markers I use stickers in the dots. Great fine motor task and a fun switch up!
Tiny Stickers - Walmart
So you don't need the pods but you do need the container. Take off the wrapper and add googly eyes. It's a fun put-in container
Cascade Dishwasher Pods in Cascade - Walmart.com
There's so much to do with puzzles. Vocabulary, asking for a piece, trading, making sounds and more
Wood Puzzles in Puzzles - Walmart.com
The best organizer for data collection or lesson planning!
Smead 24 Pocket Poly Project Organizer, 1/3-Cut Tab, Letter Size, Gray with Bright Colors (89206)
Adding to my collection this year - farm animals, animal sounds, Old MacDonald song, in/out - the list goes on!!
Melissa & Doug Wooden Take-Along Sorting Barn Toy with Flip-Up Roof and Handle 10 Wooden Farm Play Pieces
A new favorite for my students. There is something so GOOD about this toy!!
Spinning Stacking Toy for Kids, Rainbow Tower Dual-Color Spinning Wheels Premium Strong BPA-Free ABS Plastic Early Education Fun Learning and Engaging Brain Development Toys (Large 6th Floor)
So good I buy them for birthday presents for all my nieces and nephews!
Crayola Scribble Scrubbie Pets Glam Tub, Creative Toy, Color & Wash Animal Set, Coloring Gift for Kids
So satisfying to write with these
Paper Mate Flair Felt Tip Pens, Medium Point, Limited Edition Candy Pop Pack, Box of 24
easy way to make your walls pretty
Jimin Boho Flower Wall Stickers, Wildflower Floral Grass Peel and Stick, Wall Art Decals for Living Room Bedroom TV Wall
I organize by days of the week - I slide activities into the folders and am prepped for the entire week!
