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Toddler Tools and Homeschool Must Haves!
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items I'm a fairly new homeschool mama, so here's the list of items my curriculum and my toddler activity book suggested! I use The Good and The Beautiful for Reading/Language Arts. Carnegie Learning for Math, and purchased “Tiny Tots Playbook” from @Chaos...
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It's usually stuff you have on hand...
Dual purpose items
It's usually stuff you have on hand...
But I made a list so you can have it all in one spot for convenince!
I haven't had these yet so they're on my list to order for TGATB curriculum projects
Zenacolor Tempera Paint Sticks - 12 Colors Kids
We have a LoveEvery “chemistry” set that lets kiddos experiment with color theory while making a grand old mess (ha!) but it's good sensory work for toddlers.
Gel Food Coloring 15 Colors Flavorless 6g
I mean construction paper seems faily self explanatory, right??
Tru-Ray Construction Paper, 10 Colors, 9x12, 50 Sheets
This is another multi-use item for the kitchen or to use for crafts or toddler hands-on activities!
Chell Clear Contact Paper Roll 17.5in x 5ft
It's like rainbow stickers, duh. I can use these for organizing, but they'll mostly be used for the toddler to go ham on.
700 PCS 3/4 Inch Color Coding Dot Stickers
Rainbow popsicle sticks can be used for fun games OR crafts for kids of all ages
Gusto 200 Count 4.5 Inch Colored Popsicle Sticks
Painter's tape is an easy way to set up toddler and little kids' activities to keep them busy without damaging other items in your home with funky adhesives
SmaringRobot Blue Painters Tape…
Rainbow everything <3 these will be used for crafts and to trap tiny toys for the toddler to rescue
Colored Masking Tape
It's an inexpensive item to have on hand for special occasions or to include in toddler crafts and activities!
Captain Decor 8 Rainbow Crepe Paper Streamers
Is anyone else's toddler obsessed with tiny balloons? Perfect for their tiny hands.
200pcs 5 Inch Rainbow Latex Balloons Bulk
The large sized balloons will be perfect for a dance party, toddler games, and the beloved “Keepy Uppy”
100 PCS 12 Inch Assorted Color Latex Balloons
Drawing/doodling/scribling and phonics work is more fun when you can swipe it clean in an instant!
MaxGear 2 Pack 9x12 Whiteboards w/ Markers
Post-its seem pretty self-explanatory, no?
Post-it Recycled Super Sticky Notes 3x3, 5 Pads
To be used only by mama bear! But it'll be good for prepping certain craft items for the kiddos
DIYSELF Hobby Knife Kit w/ 11 Blades & Ruler
I was honestly hesitant to add these because I'm worried about the mess the toddler has the potential to make but… yolo or something.
Mr. Pen Washable Watercolors 2 Pack, 8 Colors
I grab the cheap ones because though I try to limit waste, I'm not too scuffed up if I need to just toss these out when they're completely done for.
DMSVK 20 Pcs 1'' Foam Paint Brushes
Dual purpose items
Obviously these items aren't intentionally educational or FOR Kids but they can be used in a pinch for silly activities and/or crafts
This is a frequently used craft item for silly toddler activities that COME IN CLUTCH
Scotch Decorative Masking Tape .94"X20yd-Dark Pink
These are going to serve in the kitchen, obviously but they're perfect for serving a small dry snack and/or goofy toddler activities.
Silicone Cupcake Baking Cups 24 Pack Multicolor
I linked the large ones because I'll use them to trap tiny toys for the toddler to rescue (:
FDDBI Silicone Large Ice Cube Tray 2Pack
Straws are usually an on-hand item. These are on the list for goofy toddler activities and crafts.
Amazon Basics Disposable Striped Plastic Straws, 7.5", 100 Count
Cotton balls are another perfect multi-use items for cosmetics, first-aid, but also crafting and fun toddler activities
DecorRack 100 Large Cotton Balls - Pure Cotton