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Preschool Must Haves From A Veteran Preschool Teacher
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items I’ve been a preschool teacher since 2019, and creating a warm and exciting place to learn has been such a joy. These are some of my favorite products. I cover class decor, stuff the teacher needs, art supplies, and educational toys.
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Happy Campers theme
Art Supplies
Learning Toys
For the teacher
Stickers
Teacher Attire
Happy Campers theme
I have banners like these hanging outside our classroom door. They are so cute and help our friends identify our space while getting familiar with the school.
Chiisong 3 Pcs Camping Adventure Banners
Every year we do an entire unit on camping. It is our classroom theme, but for that week we put up a tent, read all of the camping books, and tie dye t-shirts.
2 Pack Campfire Plush Toys for Camping Decor
I’m obsessed with using these as flexible seating options in the classroom!
Leinuosen 4 Pcs Tree Stump Floor Cushions
This birthday chart is the sweetest.
FYSUIMU Woodland Birthday Chart Poster
This goes so well with the camping theme. I use it to store our learning portfolios.
Teacher Created Dark Wood 10 Pocket Chart
I’m slowly swapping out all of my plastic bins in the classroom to these!
Rectangular Waterproof Collapsible Storage Bin
I move these around and that’s their spot for the day. We use them for first and last name recognition, and phone number recognition
40pcs Woodland Friends Reusable Name Plates
This has been the sweetest clock for our classroom!
ALAZA Woodland Forest Animal Silent Wall Clock
I want this rug for my classroom so bad!
Erosebridal Campfire Area Rug 6'6"x4'11"
Art Supplies
Parents always used to complain about the dollar tree dot markers staining their clothing and skin, these washable ones were a game changer!
Dot Markers for Toddlers 8 Colors Washable
Washi tape is an unconventional art supply in a preschool classroom - but it’s something I love! We use it in the free art station, and they love adding pops of color to their art. They also use it to make bracelets and as a tool to measure by matchi...
24 Rolls Colorful Cartoon Animal Washi Tape
These are fun Father’s Day gifts! Let the kids paint them on their own, and add their name and year to the bottom.
Zhanmai 24 Wooden Cars DIY Paint Set
We use these for fine motor skills and making sun catchers.
Morepack 120 Pcs 7.5x7.5 Colored Cellophane Sheets
We use these every year to make Mother’s Day totes!
Carbrea 12 Pack Canvas Tote Bags - Beige
Learning Toys
I don’t have these for my classroom, but I want them! Magnets make everything more fun, and I know my kids wouldn’t put them down.
EAMAY Magnetic Color Sorting Set for Kids
We have the ikea sensory bin in our classroom and this fits right on top. We use alphabet erasers, playdoh, and other stuff to elevate the play experience.
Alphabet Wooden Insert: Montessori Sensory Bin - Fits IKEA FLISAT
For the teacher
I ordered this because I couldn’t find an album
In store that was the right size for all of our class photos. Now I can flip through and see all of the little lives I’ve touched over the years. It took me far too long to get these class photos organi...
Artmag 5x7 Photo Album Leather Cover 50P
It took me far too many years to get this timer. The kids love it, and they love to help set it. Now when it goes off they know it’s time to transition.
Rainbow Visual Timer 60 Min Silent Clock
I love this lanyard!
Custom Beaded Teacher Lanyard ID Holder , Nurse Lanyard, Best Custom Gift, Custom Name Grade Title, Custom Lanyard , Best Gift For Teachers
Stickers
X is for X-Ray
500PCS Radiology X Ray Stickers Roll Waterproof
Teacher Attire
Perfect tops for school. They keep me cool, and keep me covered. These are a little long which is great because I’m 5’10”
Ficerd 3 Pack 3/4 Sleeve Round Neck Tops
I honestly have made a uniform out of my overalls. These are lightweight, flexible, and keep me covered. I have 4 pairs of the shorts.
Women's Heirloom Gardening 7" Short Overalls
I have the peony’s, wildflowers, ducks in rain boots, highland cows, pink poppies, monarch butterflies, and hedgehogs. The kids love them, and these are so comfortable.
Women's Heirloom Gardening Bib Overalls