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Preschool Classroom Must-Haves: Essentials for Early Learning Success

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Creating a nurturing and effective preschool environment starts with the right tools and materials. In this guide, explore the must-have items every preschool classroom needs—from learning centers and age-appropriate furniture to sensory materials an...
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Great for working on the tripod grip!
Crayon Rocks, Rock-Shaped Crayons, 16 Count
 
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If you do not have access to a large light table, these are great in a pinch!
Odoorgames Sand Painting Light Box - Kids
 
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Sensory tables are so essential to the classroom environment! Embrace the mess and have fun.
100 Sensory Table Ideas
 
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Love the look of these and are great quality!
BSIRI Professional Assorted Coloring Pencils
 
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Such a fun use of building!
Gem Block Sets
 
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Love these! Great for small group and working on fine motor skills.
Rubber Band Board
 
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Cute and a fun piece to instruments!
Deluxe Medium 4” Wood Frog Guiro Rasp
 
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Very versatile and leads to many different ideas
Colored Blocks
 
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The kids love watching the movement and color within these blocks!
Rainbow Blocks
 
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A great way to talk about spatial relationships!
Montessori Tactile Circles
 
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A staple in the classroom!
Magna-Tiles
 
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Love having these in the dress up area!
Career Costumes
 
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One of my favorite things in the classroom! Gives space to be anything the children use it for!
SHOP | Treeblocks | Wooden Toys for Children | US

Water Play Ideas

 
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Scared to start paint brushes with your kids? This is a great way to introduce how to use them! This paper uses water only and dries for endless use!
1 X Magic Water Painting Paper : Office Products
 
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Make sure they are plastic! Love adding these to the water table to talk about how the water changes to what number when pouring.
Beakers And Test Tubes
 
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Great for water table
Plastic Pipettes

Loose Parts

 
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A great guide on what type of loose parts to bring in! Loose parts are a great add on to the classroom and are open ended!
How-to-Guide: Loose Parts - Reggio-Inspired