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Home Away from Home~Must Haves for your Classroom
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items As teachers, we spend more time in our classrooms than our own home. I figured out pretty early in my career, our classroom space needed to feel like a second home not only for myself, but for my students and their learning environment. I've added my...
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Classroom Decor
Teacher Tools
Daily Needs
Sensory Overload
Classroom Decor
Looking for some inspiration to revamp your classroom? I like to change things up every few years and went with a rainbow theme this fall. Love spending time in my space, rainbows for the win!
This rug is everything! Transform your classroom into a calm, organized space where students feel focused and at ease. This colorful, durable rug isn't just decor, it's a game-changer for classroom management, group activities, and sensory regulation...
Flagship Color Rings Colorful Classroom Rug
Who doesn't love a theme? I am not allowed to paint my walls at school so I looked for the next best option. Decals are easy to install and can transform your classroom just like a can of paint. So many options to choose from.
Rainbow Wall Decals
Decals, part two! These compliment the rainbows so well and add life to any wall. So easy to install as they can be pulled on and off.
Multicolor Circle Clings for Classroom Wall
This organizer is a must have in my classroom. We use it for our community supplies: glue sticks, scissors, pencils, markers, crayons, whiteboards, and erasers.
Storage Organizer with 12 Plastic Bins
Every classroom needs a calendar. I love the ability to switch themes each month. This pocket chart allows that flexibility. Also, check out Learning in Wonderland on TPT for her calendar packet. It's a MUST!
The Ultimate Classroom Calendar Pocket Chart
This pocket chart is a must have if your students do any partner work. Check out Teach, Love, Iced Coffee on TPT for the ultimate partner pack to last you all year.
Partner Pocket Chart
Teacher Tools
Simple ways to make your day easier. Check out these teacher tools that have quickly made teacher my life so much easier.
I am constantly up and around my classroom and this simple tool allows me to engage with my students regardless of where I am in the classroom. If you use slides, you need this tool.
Presentation Clicker
Okay, hear me out. I was tired of walking to the printer if I needed a quick copy. During my planning hour, I wanted to optimize my time and running down the hallway to make copies was not cutting it for me. Having a printer in my classroom is a game...
Brother Color Laser Printer All-in-One
Yes, you need music in your classroom. We love background music during art projects and enjoy listening to my favorite tunes during plan time.
Bluetooth Speaker with HD Sound, Portable Wireless
Yes, I have one at school AND at home. How could you not for this price. Also, the laminate is thicker, which I love to laminate sayings in my classroom or decor on the walls. They will last so much longer.
Scotch Brand PRO Thermal Laminator
Yes, I have a fridge in my classroom and I can't believe I went so long without one. This is your sign to get your own or upgrade.
Classroom Refrigerator
Daily Needs
Keeping my classroom organized makes our day run smoother. These items allow my students to also be a part of creating and maintaining structure throughout the classroom.
Your classroom library is not complete without these bins. I use black in my classroom because they do not show dirt. Tiny hands bring lots of germs, these bins are easy to clean. Easy to label too!
12 Pieces Book Bins for Classroom
You need these boards in your classroom. Versatile for every need throughout the day. Anyone using UFLI? I use these instead of our building boards.
24 Pack Double Sided Whiteboard
These caddies keep student supplies together and portable. Do you plan to run small groups? These bins make transitions so much easier.
Black Portable Plastic Storage Caddy
STEM BINS are a staple in my classroom. I use them either first thing in the morning or after lunch/recess as we transition into our afternoon. These are the best bins eliminating the need to search through multiple containers.
Sterilite 6-Pack Clear Stackable Clip Boxes
Use these bags for your classroom library take-home books. Each student receives a bag at the beginning of the school year to transport decodables to and from school. Keeps your books safe and easy for parents to keep track of.
36pcs Mesh Zipper Pouch Bags
I don't know about you, but the last thing I feel like doing after school is clean up my classroom. Every student has a job and one is our vacuum group. They use these inexpensive dustpans to grab larger items on the floor throughout our classroom. E...
6 Pack Small Dustpan and Brush Set
You'll use it every day. That's it :)
Bissell 28806 Perfect Sweep Turbo
Sensory Overload
Do you have a comfy corner in your room? I keep adding to mine and have some great resources to share with you. So many kids need a break throughout the day and this space is a place to visit when you just need some time to yourself.
You would not believe the amount of students who take a shift in these headphones. Sensory overload is a thing and sometimes taking a break from the noise is needed. I take a pair on field trips, concerts, assemblies, the lunchroom, you name it. They...
Kids Ear Protection 2 Pack Noise Canceling
How do you get a child out of the comfy corner? A giant sand timer, that's how. Since incorporating this into my corner, I never have a battle with the transition back into group work. They do come in different time amounts. I have a 5 and 10 minute ...
hand2mind Orange Jumbo Sand Timer
These finger mazes were also great additions to the comfy corner. Easy to clean too!
hand2mind Mindful Maze Boards
Meet “Frank the Tank”. Yes, that is the name one of my students came up with and it stuck. He is the best pet dog a classroom could ask for. No need to feed, water, or take for long walks. He does LOVE to cuddle though. I have kids who will lay him o...
Dog Weighted Stuffed Animal
My students are OBSESSED with this board. It fulfills all their sensory needs. I've already gone through two. Great purchase!
PicassoTiles Magnetic Alphabet Board Dual Sided
Who wouldn't want to give these guys a hug? Gone are the days of sending a student down with a ream of paper for some heavy work, when I can send a hug ball.
HUGIMALS The Hug Ball - Blue 3 lb Weighted