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Teacher's Toolkit: Must-Have Resources for Classroom Success
34 items
By
Nancy Martinez
As a former teacher, I know what helped me be more productive and successful so I wanted to share it with you!
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Organization
Fashion
In Class
Organization
These are great for organizing. I used to put calculators here!!
ANSTROUT 36 Pocket Chart for Cell Phones
Planners are essential in a teacher's life! You will have a lot in your brain, dump it in your planner.
2024-2025 Teacher Lesson Planner, 8.3" x 11"
These are awesome for displaying work or hanging flyers in your classroom.
VICNOVA 24 Magnetic Metal Chip Clips
Great for organizing all of the documents that are coming your way!
Colored Paper Clips & Binder Clips Set
My favorite pens!
Paper Mate Flair Felt Tip Pens, 12 Count
Having a planner is not enough! I needed to see it everywhere and having mini lists were very helpful.
Tiny Expressions Teacher Notepad & To Do List
This is something I wish I would've had during my teaching years. It helps you keep all of your documents in one place.
ThinkTex 26 Pockets Accordion File Organizer
I had a similar organizer and it made my desk very demure, very mindful.
Marbrasse 2-Drawer Pen Organizer, White
I always loved these for meetings, planning and thinking.
Amazon Basics 5x8 Lined Note Pads, 6 Count
I used to keep my coffee, teabags, sugar, creamers, napkins and more in this organizer.
CAXXA 3-Tier Rolling Storage Organizer Cart
These are great for kiddos to use with mini whiteboards.
Favide 24 Pack Magnetic Dry Eraser Cleansers
I never had a chance to have this but I honestly wish I would've.
Giantex 15 Drawers Rolling Storage Cart
I used to have these on my whiteboard to help my kiddos organize their assignments. It was very helpful and they loved it!
Cinch Magnetic Calendar Bundle - 3 Boards
Fashion
If you have a badge or a name card, these are the cutest!!
Be Kind Rainbow Badge Holder with Lanyard
These are great conversation starters for adults and kiddos, always love me a set of unique earrings.
Rhinestone Beaded Teacher Dangle Earrings
Get yourself a comfy and fashionable bag for work. I got myself a black one but I would love to try this one out.
LOVEVOOK 15.6" Laptop Backpack with USB Port
Get yourself a mug. You want to make your space feel like home and this really does it!
1 X I'm a Teacher Superpower Deep Black 18 Oz Mug
What's a better way to ensure you drink your water?
Coolife 16oz Teacher Cup w/Lids & Straws
Although tote bags are not my first go to, I have teacher friends that love them!
ZHMO Large Canvas Tote Bag with Pockets
I used to have a gray one of these and I loved it. It was comfortable and very cute!
MEROKEETY Women's Striped T-Shirt Dress
These were my favorite pants, I had them in beige.
Victoria High Waisted Dress Pants - Grey
I bought this set (blazer as well) and it was a hit!! Same color, it screams confidence.
Sasha Wide Leg Pant - Mustard
Always have a black dress!
Women's Rib Knit Midi Bodycon Dress - A New Day™ Black S
In Class
Timers are a must for classroom management and engagement!
Antonki 2 Pack Digital Kitchen Timers
Make any surface a whiteboard!
Table Spots for Teachers | 10 Pack Multicolor
No matter the age group, you will be surprised how much kiddos love stickers!!
Holographic Small Star Stickers, 6 Colors
I always wished I would have purchased these for my class when I was a teacher.
Teacher Stamps - Self Inking Set of 8
Check off assignments and put them in your case at the same time, life changing.
Sooez Clipboard with Storage, Green 8.5x11
These were always amazing for classroom participation, my kiddos loved them and it kept us all engaged.
32 Pack 9"x12" Double Sided Dry Erase Boards
Your school should be providing this but just in case they don't, you need one.
X-ACTO Teacher Pro Electric Pencil Sharpener
These are awesome for games in the classroom.
Learning Resources Answer Buzzers - Set of 4
My husband used one of these for his class and he loved it. It works well in a full classroom.
SHIDU Voice Amplifier Portable PA System
Your school should be providing these, if not, you need a bunch!
EXPO Low Odor Dry Erase Markers, 36 Count
If your school is not providing these, get a ton because your kiddos will always lose them
Amazon Basics #2 Pre-sharpened Pencils, 150
