I teach developmental preschool, and I’m going into my third year. These are things I either already have and absolutely love, or are things I have on my own teacher wish list for this year! I’ve also spent tons of time looking through other teachers...
I use these for so many different things! Games, task cards, stem toys, so many great uses!
Mesh Bags With Zipper
We use these all the time! I have a set with my dry erase board for kiddos to use to draw and each child has one to practice writing their name and tracing shapes.
Dry Erase Markers | Expo
We love these! Great for fine motor and hand eye coordination.
Dot Markers – Do-A-Dot Art
This is the planner I got this year! It’s broken down by month, comes with adorable stickers, and has so many useful sections.
Undated 2024-2025 Teacher Planner - Perfect for Classroom Organization
My students LOVE this! It’s great fine motor practice also.
Dinosaur Building Block Set
I love using this! Great fidget for both adults and kids.
NeeDoh Nice Cube
Love having bright colored papers to send home important papers!
Colored Paper & Assorted Paper
I love this for my students. There are so many fun uses for this.
Bright Explorer
20/10 one of my favorite things in my classroom! Colors beautifully and makes minimal mess! The kids love them too!
Chunkies Paint Sticks
A huge hit in my classroom! All the kids loved to be the doctor or patient.
Doctor Costume Role Play Set
One of the kids’ favorite games! Teaches them great skills too!
Hasbro® Don't Break The Ice Game
My kids LOVE these! They are great to stick to the wall/table/other squigz. Love them!
Squigz - Best Bath Toys for Ages 3 to 6
These are the best markers. They smell good and write beautifully!
Mr. Sketch Scented Washable Markers, 36 Ct
I’ve used these too and they are also great! I have them on my personal teacher wishlist!
Take Note Dry Erase Markers, Chisel Tip, 12 Count
These are probably my most used teacher item in my classroom. I laminate. A LOT!
Amazon Basics Clear Thermal Laminating Sheets
This is 1000% needed! Our school laminator is awful, but these stay stuck forever!
Laminator
I use this for so many things! Back of name tags, could use for lunch count. I use multiple pieces on the back of posters/signs to hang on my magnetic surfaces.
Magnetic Strips
Can be used for so much! This is on my wish list this year
Better Homes Gardens 9-Cube Organizer Bookcase
One of my favorite beginning of year read alouds! For all grades
Our Class is a Family (Classroom Community)
My FAVORITE pens! The colors are the best and I love the little sparkle from the glitter!
Ooly Oh My Glitter Gel Pens
My other favorite gel pen! These write SO NICE!
U-Eco Writing
My preschoolers have no sense of time (obviously), so I am getting one of these this year for them to see how much time is left.
Time Timer
This is the color I used for my main focus wall bulletin board. I absolutely love the color!
Calming Blue Better Than Paper® Bulletin Roll
I use this sooo much! I hate crooked, not straight lines; this makes sure it’s straight every time!
Portable Paper Cutter
Helps me so much for the little time that I am sitting and working at my desk!
Best Laptop Stands
My favorite brand for desk calendar! It’s fun and so cute!
18-Month Desk Calendars with Note Section | Office & Classroom
