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🏫 Homeschool Supplies & Essentials That Keep Us (Mostly) Sane

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Shy Mom Club

Affordable homeschool supplies and everyday essentials for parents who want practical, organized, and stress-saving tools. These are the homeschool must-haves we rely on daily.

A homeschool essential for focus and routines (i.e. the Pomodoro method). Kids can see time passing, which makes transitions and lessons smoother (and saves me from constant “are we done yet?” questions).

TIME TIMER Home MOD - 60 Min Kids Visual

A really great pencil sharpener made in Japan = top tier quality. It sharpens smoothly without breaking the tip and the transparent case makes cleanup. Honestly, it’s so fun to use that I have to remind my kiddo it’s my turn to sharpen the pencils.

Sonic EK-4297-T Manual Pencil Sharpener

A really great pencil set made in Japan. Smooth graphite that’s perfect for drawing and everyday writing. My kiddo uses them for lessons, but I definitely steal a few for my own journaling and doodles.

TOMBOW 8900 Drawing Pencil, HB,Graphite 12-Pack

These erasers cleanly remove marks without damaging paper. Honestly, you might as well get the 5-pack—because kids will do what kids do with erasers (chew them, lose them, or “accidentally” turn them into confetti).

Tombow MONO Eraser White Small 5-Pack

This cart is a homeschool organization essential. It's lightweight but sturdy, with lockable wheels, hooks, and cups for all the random supplies. It corrals books, pencils, and art projects into one spot instead of every corner of the house. Bonus: y...

YASONIC Metal 3 Tier Rolling Cart with Hooks

A homeschool organization must-have for all the paper piles. We use these trays to keep lined paper, printer paper, drawing paper, and worksheets separated (aka less “Mom, where’s the paper??”).

HKeeper 4pcs Stackable Paper Trays Clear

These binders are great for organizing worksheets and assignments. The 6 different colors make it easy to separate subjects.

1'' 3 Ring Binder w/ 2 Pockets, 6-Pack

A homeschool desk upgrade that keeps the monitor at a comfy ergonomic height and sneaks in extra storage with a built-in drawer. The bamboo is sturdy, and it instantly makes the workspace look less like chaos and more like “we have it together.”

Homerays Bamboo Monitor Stand Riser with Drawer

A homeschool must-have for practicing handwriting, spelling, and math. Double-sided with lines for neat writing, reusable (aka less wasted paper), and small enough for kids to keep right at their desks.

Ruled Double Sided Dry Erase Lapboard Set

My absolute favorite dry erase markers. They're the only ones I use for homeschool. The ultra-fine tip makes writing neat and clear, and they don’t stink up the whole room like the chunky ones.

Expo Low-Odor Ultra-Fine Black Markers, 4ct

This whiteboard calendar is big enough to see the whole month at a glance, with space for lessons, activities, and reminders. The cork board is perfect for pinning notes or artwork, and it keeps our schedule where everyone can see it.

Amazon Basics 24x36 Monthly Whiteboard Calendar with Cork Board

A homeschool and art supply essential. It has 10 drawers to keep papers, pencils, and craft supplies sorted instead of scattered. Lightweight, rolls where you need it, and makes organizing school + art time way easier.

Simple Houseware 10-Drawer Rolling Cart

A clever Japanese stationery find! This “stapler” crimps up to 5 sheets together without staples. It's secure enough to hold, but flat so papers stack neatly (no bulky corners or sharp metal). Perfect for homeschool worksheets, lightweight, portable,...

Kokuyo Harinacs Stapleless Stapler White

My kiddo’s absolute favorite colored pencils and for good reason. Artist-grade, wax-based, and made in Japan (so you know the quality is top-notch) with smooth color and durable cores.

Tombow 51632 36-Piece Artist Colored Pencils

A homeschool sanity-saver. With 30 reusable cards, the kids can see exactly what’s next so I don’t have to repeat the daily plan 47 times. The designs are cute, it's easy to hang, it and keeps our routine visible (and me slightly less frazzled).

REGELETO Boho 18+1 Pockets Schedule Chart

A math lifesaver for homeschool—because sometimes kids need to see the numbers to get it. Color-coded, durable, and perfect for visual learners. These hands-on manipulatives make place value, number concepts, and measurement easier to understand. and...

edxeducation Four Color Plastic Base Ten Blocks - 121 Pieces

A great homeschool tool for movement breaks. Perfect for kids with high energy to bounce out the wiggles and sturdy enough for moms to use for fitness too. Sturdy, foldable, and saves my furniture from being the jungle gym.

KENSONE 40"/48" Foldable Mini Trampoline

A calming homeschool tool for kids with sensory needs. This weighted stuffed animal helps kids relax, focus, and feel grounded. Soft, cuddly, and heavy enough to provide comfort during lessons or downtime.

Mewaii 4lb Weighted Highland Cow Plush