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Homeschooling Supplies You Actually Need
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Homeschooling gets overwhelming fast, so this list focuses on the supplies that actually make your day smoother — not the random extras that end up collecting dust. These are the tools that keep lessons organized, kids engaged, and your space calm.
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Stress Free Set Up
 
Writing and Coloring Favorites
 
Flash Cards and Curriculum

Stress Free Set Up

These suggestions will help you quickly get your school room together and will help you save money in the long run.

 
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This is the perfect size for each kid to have their own.
Small Dry Erase Board 4pk w/ Markers
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This peel and stick marker board has been a game changer for our homeschool room. This is also reusable and removable.
Vusign 96x17.3 Whiteboard Sticker w/3 Pens
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Wall maps are an important part of the homeschool room.
Laminated World & US Map Poster Set 18x29
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Game‑changer for reusable worksheets, flashcards, chore charts, and learning games.
Amazon Basics 12-Inch Thermal Laminator, 20 Pouches
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Makes cutting worksheets, flashcards, and crafts way faster and cleaner than scissors.
Amazon Basics 15-Inch Heavy-Duty Paper Trimmer
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Color‑coding keeps each subject organized and reduces clutter.
Rosmonde Spiral Notebooks, 12 Pack, Wide Ruled
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Perfect storage solution for your school room.
Cube Storage Organizer w/ 9 Bins - Grey
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This is another great option for school room storage!
YFXCVSL 4 Tier 23QT Plastic Storage Bins with Lid
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Stacking clear bins with lids are perfect for keeping order in the school room.
IRIS USA 6 Qt. Craft Storage Bins 4-Pack
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Helps kids understand time, stay focused, and transition between subjects without meltdowns.
Yunbaoit 60-Min Visual Timer with Night Light
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Useful for online curriculum, educational apps, and digital worksheets.
HP 14" Laptop Intel N150 4GB 128GB SSD
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Scissors are used daily for the younger grades.
Scotch 5" Soft Touch Kids Scissors, 12 Ct
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This is a durable and sturdy table that folds away when you do not need it. This is perfect for schoolwork for multiple kids.
pollilar 6FT Folding Plastic Foldable Table
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These are perfect chairs for a homeschool room.
Nazhura 4 Pack Folding Chairs with Cushion
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This is a must for any homeschool room. Epson has been a great printer for homeschool.
Epson WF-2960 Wireless All-in-One Printer
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Writing and Coloring Favorites

Hands‑on creativity boosts learning and keeps kids engaged during breaks.

 
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If you have younger kids you will go through a lot of crayons. This will last you for years.
Crayola Crayon Tub 240ct, Bulk for Kids
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Older kids prefer colored pencils for their more detailed work.
Mr. Pen Colored Pencils 36 Pack Soft Core
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These are great for kids that have difficulty writing.
Paper Mate Triangular Mechanical Pencils 1.3mm, 30 Count
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My older kids love writing with these!
Paper Mate Clearpoint 0.7mm HB #2 Pencils, 2-Pack
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A variety of markers is a must when teaching several kids.
24 Count Washable Broad Line Markers for Kids
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This is great paint palette with many different colors to choose from.
Watercolor Paint 48 Colors Set with Brush
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This is an essential to have in your homeschool supplies.
EXPO Dry Erase Markers, Low Odor, 12 Ct
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These are the perfect markers for their individual marker boards.
EXPO Low Odor Dry Erase Markers, Fine Tip
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Glue for every type of school project they might have.
Elmer's Washable Liquid Glue 4oz + 2pk Purple Glue Stick
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Flash Cards and Curriculum

Simple structure, easy to follow, and perfect for days when you need a lighter workload.

 
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These flash cards are great for preschoolers and kindergarteners.
ZazzyKid 54 Double-Sided Flash Cards for Toddlers
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These are perfect for practicing your math skills.
PEASUG Multiplication & Division Flash Cards 30 Pcs
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This is a homeschool curriculum that the whole family can do no matter their grade or age. I use this and love it.
Christian Homeschool Curriculum for Multiple Ages | Gather ’Round – Gather 'Round Homeschool USA
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This is another curriculum I have used and loved.
Master Books Christian Homeschool Curriculum
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We loved this history curriculum. Teaches the good and bad throughout history.
Notgrass History Homeschool Curriculum
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My kids enjoyed doing this science curriculum especially when they were younger.
Apologia Science Homeschool Curriculum
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This has been a game changer for my kids that struggle with math. It breaks it down into simpler steps.
Math-U-See
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