There are items that every teacher needs, and there are items that every teacher wants. We’ve got a list of teacher must-haves that were featured in our 30 Day Supply Spree Giveaway!
Quality Construction Paper
When it comes to paper projects for the classroom, the more color options the better! Check out the wide selection of color ranges and package sizes of construction paper for back to school.
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Monthly Calendar Bulletin Board Decor
Help yourself and your students stay organized this year with a cute and useful calendar bulletin board. Change the decor with the seasons and make students feel special on their birthday!
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Pencils
Make sure you’re stocked up on this classroom staple. Whether it’s Scantron tests, homework, sketching, or daily notetaking, traditional pencils get the job done.
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Versatile Seating
Whether it’s reading time or students are working in small groups, having versatile seating that can easily be moved around and stacked when not in use is a must-have for today’s active classroom.
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Laminator
Lamination might be one of the greatest tools in a teacher’s arsenal, and the laminator is key to accomplishing all lamination projects. Don’t go another year without one on hand at all times!
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Post It Notes
Perfect for remembering last-minute projects or leaving notes for students, the Post-it notes are available in various shapes, sizes, and colors to meet your note-leaving needs.
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Dry Erase Markers
There’s nothing worse than opening a marker and writing a word or two only to see that it dried up. Keep yourself stocked with these teacher must-haves for BTS.
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Scissors
Paper projects are an essential part of every school year, and you and your students will be glad to have plenty of scissors on hand. Unleash their creativity and see what happens!
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Crayons
Used for so much more than coloring books, crayons offer the perfect mix of color and versatility, making them a teacher must-have for every school year.
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Washable Markers
Markers are a favorite for most teachers and students, and as long as they end up on paper and not all over desks and hands, markers can make the imagination come alive.
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Colored Pencils
For creating finer details or doodling, there’s nothing better than the colored pencil. These teacher must-haves are mess-free and add more creativity and color to the classroom.
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Glue
Sticking things together can be a messy task if there’s too much glue involved, but this teacher must-have is perfect for paper projects and other classroom activities. Perhaps try glue sticks!
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Lesson Planner
Keeping yourself organized is part of getting a school year started off right, and a handy lesson planner has everything you need to prepare for a busy classroom.
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Reading Materials
Encourage kids to enjoy reading by having fun materials for them to read in their free time. Stock up your library space with short and longer stories to match their reading ability.
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