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Yes, I Really Use These In My Classroom
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items If it’s not on this list, you’re not making it to Friday 😅📚 Here's a list of items I use in my classroom to keep me sane and happy throughout the day when everything wants to go wrong!
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Items to help keep me productive and efficent!
Classroom: Home away from home
Keeping Students Occupied!
Items to help keep me productive and efficent!
For teachers that love to have students label their interactive notebooks, I use these to create a cover for them to stick on their notebook. It allows me to get create, plus they're stickers, so no tape needed!
Avery Half-Sheet Printable Shipping Labels 5.5x8.5
We have a laminator at our school we call "The Crank" because of the crank we have to use to laminate. All too often, it's not working or out of laminate to use. So I caved and bought this and have NOT regretted it. Now, I don't typically use to to l...
Scotch Thermal Laminator
These make anything I laminate to sturdy! I was surprised by how thick it was.
Scotch Thermal Laminating Pouches, 100 Count, 8.5" x 11", 3 mil Thick
I literally use these every day when taking notes. They don't bleed, are really vibrant, AND are super thin, which I love.
Penagic Gel Pens 12 Colors, 0.5mm Fine Point
Sometimes, I get lost in my mountain of papers to grade, which students turned in their work on time, which were late, or just weren't here. Having a stamp I can quickly use has really helped me stay on top of it!
Late work stamp, Absent work stamp, Mark student absent stamp, Custom teacher stamps, teacher tool
I like to had a to-do list notepad next to my keyboard, so I can keep an eye on what tasks I still need to complete. However, I don't like the daily ones because sometimes it's something I need to get done that week. Something simple like this is per...
Graphique Library Card To-Do List Notepad 6x8
Listen, most of the time, the dispenser part of this works just fine. However, my students will also just lift the lid and grab a pencil, which works just as well for me. I just like how many it holds. I also have a pencil box for used pencils so eve...
2Fold Stainless Steel Pencil Dispenser - Holds 200 Pencils
Having my phone next to me but not in my way, plus a cute way to store some colorful pens and pencils. This is a MUST on my desk.
COSOOS Fast Wireless Charger & Desk Organizer
We use a program called "School Status" to connect with parents and have documentation. I love it, but I DON'T love the app we'd have to download if we want to call the parents. Instead, I use these to connect to my laptop and make calls from there. ...
PocBuds Wireless Earbuds 80hrs Playtime IPX7
Keeping my supplies and closet organized in my classroom! I love these things so much. I have like 8 of them holding pens, pencils, gluesticks, notepads, highlighters, etc. They're a good size and stackable!
Vtopmart 4 Pack Clear Small Stackable Drawers
If there's anything on my whiteboard I want to stay on there without the risk of accidentally wiping off, THESE are it. Unless you wet the board or scrub it hard, this will stay if a student accidentally swipes it. Plus the colors are really nice!
Loddie Doddie 24-Pack 6mm Chalk Markers
THESE ARE THE BEST ERASERS, I WILL TAKE NO CRITICISMS.
Pentel Hi-Polymer White Eraser, 10/Box
Classroom: Home away from home
If you're able to have a mini-fridge, splurge on yourself and get one! My number one goal throughout the year is to never be hungry, and now I can keep all sorta of little healthy snacks in here, plus my lunch, so I won't every be hungry again! Hahah...
Galanz 2.7 Cu ft One Door Mini Fridge, Stainless Steel Look, New, Width 19.1"
I can not tell you how many times coworkers or even students compliment my keyboard, and I always tell them Amazon! I love this keyboard so much. It's so cute and gives a nice pop of color at my desk.
MOFII Wireless Keyboard & Mouse Combo, Green
I actually have this behind my door so when students are lining up in the last couple of minutes of class, there's a little message from me to them. Usually it says "have a great day" or some reminder about tutorials/test coming up. Every once in a w...
Daily Schedule Pocket Chart with 7 Pockets & 3 Hangers
I wanted something simple to hold my monitor, and this was perfect. I usually have things I reach for often under the monitor stand for easy access. I also like that it's not super big, so I have more room for other little knickknacks.
Monitor Stand Black - Threshold™
Listen, now this totally depends on your school's policy on things like this, but my district isn't super strict as long as the smell isn't something really overwhelming. But tbh, I'd probably have it even if it wasn't allowed! I have high schoolers ...
Glade PlugIns Scented Oil Air Freshener Warmer - 2ct
I stock up on this scent when it comes around. It smells so good!!
Glade PlugIns Scented Oil Air Freshener Refills - Embers & Sandalwood - 1.34oz/2ct
One of my go-to scents for my classroom. Definitely gives off cozy vibes!
Glade PlugIns Scented Oil Air Freshener Refills - Cashmere Woods - 1.34oz/2pk
My other go-to scent for my classroom when I want something just nice and clean.
Glade PlugIns Scented Oil Air Freshener Clean Linen Refill - 3.35oz/5ct
Keeping Students Occupied!
Sometimes, my students finish with their work early and rather than give them MORE work, let's give them something fun! Some of my students LOVE word searches and always ask for them after completing their work. Any word search will do, but why not a...
Unofficial Harry Potter Word Search Book
Now that Anime and Manga are more popular, why not print some fun anime themed word searches! Play the soundtrack while they work on it!
Anime & Manga Crosswords, Word Searches, Bingo Cards
Monopoly is a CLASSIC board game that's perfect for any business class when you have free time! I have a Statistics and Business Decisions class and students will play this on test days.
Monopoly Board Game, Family Board Game for 2 to 6 Players
This game can be so addictive to play and it's perfect for younger students needing to practice their adding skills! ;)
WE Games Shut The Box Wooden Dice Game
Coloring pages are a MUST to keep students occupied in the classroom and to create a more zen atmosphere.
Free Coloring Pages|Crayola
Can't color without colored pencils and these are a nice big set!! I'd recommend maybe storing them else where though. Somehow, no matter what, they always get mixed together after a while.
Crayola Colored Pencils Classpack 240 Ct