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Classroom Must Haves (Veteran Teacher Approved)
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All the things you need to make your classroom a fun and productive learning space! With 20+ years as a classroom educator, I’ve got the inside scoop on all the good stuff! Teacher and student approved!
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Decor Items
 
Classroom Tools and Equipment
 
Games
 
Just for Teachers

Decor Items

 
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Light up your board with these remote controlled, LED strip lights. Multiple color options and flash/fade options.
Govee 32.8FT RGB LED Strip Lights w/ Remote
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Cool find for my ELA classroom! Middle school approved!
Neon Sign Read Books Be Kind LED Light
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Hang your favorite things all around your classroom. Damage free!
Command Indoor Mini Light Clips, 45 Clips & 54 Strips
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Don’t waste your time with bulletin board paper! Better Than Paper lasts forever and comes in so many options!
White Wood Better Than Paper Bulletin Board Roll
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Light up your classroom and soothe the senses at the same time!
Noa Store Sensory LED Ocean Wave Projector Lamp
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Lift your laptop in style! Acrylic and sleek!
PANO-MOUNTS Acrylic Countertop Organizer 11.8in
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These last forever and hang/hold everything with ease!
1000pcs 3/4in Hook and Loop Sticky Dots
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Classroom Tools and Equipment

 
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A must have for an ELA teacher. Help kids annotate in style without writing in your books!
700PCS Transparent Clear Sticky Notes 3x3"
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A must have for small group, earth-friendly learning.
SUNEE 30 Packs Oversized Dry Erase Pocket Sleeves 10x14
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Take notes, play games, and other endless possibilities with these boards! Fun colors and kids love them!
3 Pack 8.5" LCD Writing Tablet for Kids
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If you know, you know! A teacher favorite!
Paper Mate InkJoy Gel & Flair Pens, 28 Ct
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Book tabs for the ELA classroom. Teach students to organize their thinking without damage to books/papers!
ELII 3200pcs Multi-Colored Writable Book Tabs
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Let’s face it, we clean the classroom more than we want to! Must have!
HOMEXCEL Microfiber Cleaning Cloth 8 Pack
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A classic classroom addition for nostalgic fun!
Mr. Sketch Scented Chisel Tip Markers, 22ct
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The best kept teacher secret!
Mavalus Tape - White 3/4" X 324" - 2 Pack
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The best option for young hands. I even use thee as an adult. Mechanical Tri-write pencils with refillable lead.
Paper Mate Triangular Mechanical Pencils 1.3mm, 8 Count
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The best for printing in fun colors!
Neenah Astrobrights Letter Size Paper 24lb
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A must have for making flash cards!
1 Hole Punch, 5 Sheet, 2 Pack, Silver
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A must have for making flash cards!
Loose Leaf Binder Rings 1-Inch 100 Pack
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Easy file storage for students by class. Highly recommend!
Pendaflex Letter Hanging File Folders, 25ct
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Easy file storage for students by class. Highly recommend!
Tunnkit Collapsible Hanging File Organizer, 4-Pack
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A classroom laminator and laminating sheets are a must have for every teacher.
Scotch Thermal Laminating Pouches, 200 Ct, Clear, 3 mil, Letter Size
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Better than the spray! White boards need to be clean and crisp. The wipes are the way to go!
EXPO White Board Care Dry Erase Wipes, 50 Ct
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Avery labels are quick and easy!
Avery Easy Peel Printable Address Labels 8160
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Every teacher needs these! Organize games, lessons, supplies and more for easy access.
EOOUT 30pcs Mesh Zipper Pouch Bags, 8 Sizes, Colors
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The best label maker! Easy to use and syncs to your phone. Multiple fonts, designs, and label options.
NIIMBOT D110 Mini Bluetooth Label Maker
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Thermal labels for the Nimbot label maker. So many choices and label options.
NIIMBOT Label Maker Tape 12x40mm 3 Rolls
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The best sharpener for colored pencils! Don’t break your pencil sharpener! Buy this instead!
JARLINK Electric Pencil Sharpener, Auto Stop, AC/Battery, Green
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Games

 
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Fast paced word shouting game! Fun for the classroom to expand vocabulary knowledge or to play with family or friends at home!
Exploding Kittens Really Loud Librarians Game
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Classroom games for indoor recess! Minimum storage but maximum fun with travel size games!
COLORGO 8-in-1 Mini Magnetic Chess Game Set
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Teaching poetry? Add this game for hands on fun! Middle school approved!
Exploding Kittens Poetry for Neanderthals Game
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Teaching the genre of mystery? Why not add a game for hands on fun!
WELL BALANCED Road Trip Mysteries Game
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Indoor recess can be a drag. Not with this favorite game for indoor play! Middle school approved!
CATAN Dice Game - Portable Strategy Fun
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Just for Teachers

 
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Perfect for AirPods or your Loop earplugs! Never lose your earpiece again!
Earplug Lanyard 2 pcs Magnetic Silicone
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Cheap and quick option for a teacher planner.
Elan HARDCOVER 8 Period Teacher Lesson Plan
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Personalize your classroom books and make sure they come back to you when borrowed.
Custom Book Embosser - Floral Initials
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Need some peace and quiet while still being able to hear your students? These will solve all of your sensory problems!
Loop Switch 2 Adjustable Ear Plugs - 3 Modes
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The best paper cutter out there. You get what you pay for. I’ve been teaching for 20+ years. Trust me!
X-ACTO Heavy Duty Wood Guillotine Trimmer 15"
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I own this and it is great! This allows me to stand and teach while having enough room for my notes, books, document camera, etc.
VIVO 29in Single Top Standing Desk Converter
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Affordable and easy to use. Every teacher needs one!
IPEVO V4K 8MP USB Document Camera Green
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