Welcome to my classroom must-haves! These are the materials I use every day in my 3K classroom to keep students engaged, organized, and excited to learn. From Amazon finds that have lasted me years to student favorites that make centers fun, this lis...
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Classroom Decor
Student Materials
Classroom Organization
Teacher Supplies & Writing Tools
Technology & Tools
Books
Classroom Decor
Classroom Decor that make your classrom feel like a safe space
This has lasted 3 years in my classroom, I use it for our classroom family tree
decalmile Woodland Animals Trees Wall Decals
Perfect to go along with the color Monster book
hand2mind Feelings Family Hand Puppets Set of 5
Perfect for covering bulletin board or door backing, stays on really well
Teacher Created Resources Light Turquoise Bulletin Board Roll
Perfect for covering bulletin board or door backing, stays on really well
Teacher Created Navy Blue Bulletin Board Roll
Perfect for covering bulletin board or door backing, stays on really well
Teacher Created Resources White Bulletin Roll
Student Materials
Hands-On Materials Students Love to use in the classroom
Color ink pads = class-favorite at our art & writing center! Safe, washable, perfect for handprints, stamping, & messy fun without messy stress.
7" Large Rainbow Ink Pads for Kids - Safe & Washable
Great for kids toi have to practice their writing skills and this is a whole class pack and then some
BainGesk 24-Pack 9x12 Double-Sided Whiteboards
Great to use for coloring and counting skills
edxeducation Transport Counters - Set of 72
Great for blocks or building center in the classroom
BLUE PANDA Kids Construction Hats & Vests 6-Pack
Students love having colorful paper to create artwork and I like how thick the paper is
Clutter-Free Classroom: Smart Organization Tools to make teaching workload easier
I use these every year to make line guides for my students, I have by the classroom door, by the bathroom door and by the sink; anywhere they have to be on a line
18 Pairs Colorful Kids Footprint Stickers
These are so cute to keep writing utensils organized in centers
Youdaju 9 Pcs Pencil Shaped Pen Holders
I use this for my water table; so limited water gets on the floor
Children's Factory Rectangular Splash Mat 50x72
Teacher Supplies & Writing Tools
Teacher Tools & Writing Musts
My favorite because you can just make your anchor chart and paste it on the wall
Post-it Super Sticky Easel Pad 25x30 White 30 Sheets 2 Pack
Samr as the other sticky pad but this one you can carry around and place on a table if need be
Post-it Super Sticky Tabletop Easel Pad 20x23
These Velcro dots have lasted all year (and are still sticking strong!). I use them for student groups, attendance charts, or anywhere photos and visuals need to move but stay put.
Self Adhesive Dots 600pcs 0.59in Strong Sticky
Great for teacher use or even also if you want to have everyone in the class to write something together; everyone has their own
Better Office Clear Plastic Clipboards, 12 Pack
I use this walking rope when taking my students pm neighborhood walks
Toddler Walking Rope
Binder clips is useful for holding papers together or organizing a long documents
12ct Large Binder Clips - up&up™: Steel, Black & Silver, 2.19" Depth, 1.25" Width, Office Fasteners
Technology & Tools
Tech & Tools That Do the Heavy Lifting
Prep once, use all year—this laminator keeps center visuals, name cards, and anchor charts crisp even with daily use from busy preschool hands.
Scotch TL902 Thermal Laminator, White, For Home, Office or School Supplies, 9 in., 1 Laminating Machine: Electric, 1 Year Warranty
I keep this in the classroom for circle time, transitions, and movement breaks. It’s small but powerful—perfect for playing songs, transition songs or calming music during rest time.
EWA A106 Pro Bluetooth Speaker, IP67 Waterproof
My laminating sheets are always going fast
Scotch 65ct 9" x 11" Thermal Laminating Pouches Clear: Laminator Supplies, 8.9" x 11.4", 1.88 lbs, 65 Pack
another great laminator to use
Swingline GBC Inspire 9 Inch Thermal Laminator
Books
Books that are great for story time!
Such a cute book to use and read with your students to talk about feelings/emotions
The Color Monster: A Story About Emotions
Mo Willems is one of my favorite children's author
Listen to My Trumpet!-An Elephant and Piggie Book
Great book for buildings unit
If I Built a House (If I Built Series)
Student Gifts/Incentives
Love putting gifts together for my kids; these are some gifts i have used
Perfect for end of year gifts, kids love bubbles
16 Pack Kids Bubble Bottles with Wand, 8 Colors
Bulk pack so everyone in your class can getone, you can add them to treasure box or holiday gifts
