As a professional teacher turned homeschool mom, I know my way around curriculum and educational supplies. These are perennial favorites.
Sections
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Math
Enrichment
Literacy
General Supplies
Preschool
Curriculum
Math
The fun way to learn how to tell time!
13.5" x 13" Large Wooden Judy® Clock Grade K-3
These are such a fun classic!
Learning Resources Baby Bear Counters - 102 pcs
This giant number line turns your child into a math manipulative!
Giant Number Line For Classroom Floor
We just started using this white board and have been very pleased with it!
SCRIBBLEDO Dry Erase Number Line Board
I love classic unifix cubes because they are the easiest for little hands to put together and take apart.
Unifix Cubes, Set of 240
I highly recommend having a set of base 10 blocks. We have been happy with this set.
Learning Resources Brights! Base 10 Starter Set
These are such fun geometric solids for teaching geometry!
Learning Resources View-Thru Geometric Solids
These are solid wood and will hold up for a long, long time.
Learning Resources Wooden Geometric Solids Set of 12
We have needed a meter stick for use with our math curriculum.
Learning Advantage Meter Stick
We have also needed to use yard sticks with our curriculum.
Metal Edged Yardstick Ruler, Inches & 1/8 Yard
We use this thermometer for both math and science.
Learning Resources Classroom Thermometer
You're going to want a balance scale.
Blue Nestable Double Bucket Balance Scale
This has been a great set for our liquid measurement units.
Plastic Graduated Cylinders & Beakers Set
These are great for sorting, counting, and patterning.
Plastic Square with 7 Color Tiles
Learning to count money is fun with this toy!
Learning Resources Pretend Play Cash Register
These are a classic and are perfect for teaching geometry.
Plastic Pattern Blocks | Set of 250
This is an awesome manipulative that you will use for years.
Place Value Flip Chart | Millions | Double-Sided
We added these to our classroom this year, and they are so wonderful for teaching place value.
Ten Frame Classroom Set - 16 Frames & 160 Counters
These are so fun. Add a light box to make them extra pretty!
Transparent Numbers Set - Mini Jar Set of 40
I highly recommend having a hundreds board for gaining mastery of numbers up to 100.
Wooden Math Hundred Board 1-100
Enrichment
So important to learn
52 Modern Manners for Kids: Romney, Brooke
A great life skill
Sewing For Kids: 30 Fun Hand & Machine Projects
Perfect for Beginners
Easy Piano Christmas for Beginners: Holiday Songs
We love these piano lessons! They are so convenient because we can do them anytime from the comfort of our own home. They are also the most affordable option we have found.
Hoffman Academy
Literacy
A nice way to start the day
One Question a Day for Kids: 3-Year Journal
Awesome tools!
LegiLiners
A fun way to practice phonics!
Letter Construction Activity Set
We love these letters for practicing spelling words.
66 Pcs Translucent Letters and Numbers
General Supplies
We have an Epson ecotank printer and LOVE it! It saves us SOOOO much money on ink and has easily paid for itself over and over again!
Epson Ecotank Printers
This is a must-have for assembling curriculum materials and printables yourself.
Spiral Coil Binding Machines
I love to laminate all the things because they last so much longer! These at-home laminators are an affordable option.
Scotch™ Brand Thermal Laminators | 3M United States
You need laminating pouches to go with your new laminator. Get lots because you're going to want to laminate everything!
Scotch™ Brand Laminating | 3M United States
When books fall apart (and they will!), you need this handy stapler to fix them!
Swivel Stapler
Ticonderoga makes THE best pencils. In fact, they're the only brand I will buy anymore. These pastel ones are so pretty!
Pastel Wood-Cased Pencils, Sharpened
These neon pencils are really fun and are made by the only pencil brand I buy - Ticonderoga!
Ticonderoga Neon Pencils
Most of the pencils we have are these classic yellow Ticonderoga ones - they're simply the best!
Ticonderoga Pencils
We use Expo markers every day. No other brand compares!
EXPO: Whiteboard and Dry Erase Board Markers & Accessories
You're going to want several timers. These visual ones are great for kids.
Visual Timer
This is THE pencil sharpener to have. These even held up in classrooms of 30+ kids year after year when I was teaching. Just buy this one and you'll never have to buy another one!
X-ACTO® Pencil Sharpener, School Pro® Electric ...
No matter which type you prefer, you need some clipboards to make doing school work around the house and on-the-go easy-peasy.
Clipboards
You're going to want some maps that are easily accessible. These large wall maps fit the bill, and they're attractive.
RMC Classic USA & World Laminated Map Set
Get a nice three hole punch, as you'll use it all the time.
3 Hole Punch
You'll probably need adult size and kid size scissors. I like the Scotch brand ones.
Scotch™ Brand Titanium Scissors | 3M United States
These aren't just for drawing! My kids love to do light table activities with them, too!
Light Pads For Tracing
Forget flair pens - I'm an Inkjoy kind of girl!
Paper Mate InkJoy Gel Pens Retractable 30ct
Preschool
Practice those fine motor skills
Paper Crafts for Kids: 25 Cut-Out Activities
Get outdoors!
The Outdoor Toddler Activity Book: 100+ Fun
Fine Motor Practice
Scissor Skills Activity Pad
I don't know any kids who don't love tape!
Tape Activity Book for Kids
So many possibilities!
Dot Markers
A beautiful toy!
Rainbow Sorting Activity Set
Curriculum
A solid resource if you're lacking a reading curriculum
Teach Your Child to Read in 100 Easy Lessons
We use BJU press homeschool materials. We have done both video led and parent led courses. There are pros and cons to both, but no matter which one you choose, you will be happy with this solid curriculum choice.
BJU Press Homeschool
A solid writing curriculum
Institute for Excellence in Writing
We are trying this program this semester. I am excited to give it a go!
All About Reading - Official Site | Homeschool Reading Program
I love writer's workshop and am happy to use parts of it with my own kids.
A Guide to the Writing Workshop: Primary Grades by Lucy Calkins
Technology
These work well, and we were pleasantly surprised by how long the cord is!
