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    School Specialty • Aug 2, 2017 • Last Modified: Jul 25, 2022

    14 Teacher Must-Haves for Back to School

    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 you will love.

    Teacher Must-Have Construction Paper

    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

    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 Classroom Seating

    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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    Teacher Must-Have Laminator

    Laminator

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    Teacher Must-Have Post-it Notes

    Post-it Notes

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    Teacher Must-Have Dry Erase Markers

    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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    Teacher Must-Have Classroom Scissors

    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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    Teacher Must-Have Crayons Box

    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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    Teacher Must-Have Crayola Washable Markers

    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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    Teacher Must-Have Colored Pencils

    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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    Teacher Must-Have White Glue

    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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    Teacher Must-Have Lesson PLanning Book

    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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    Teacher Must-Have Fun Reading Materials

    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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    More Teacher Favorite Best Sellers & Tips

    Looking for more ways to take your classroom to the next level? Visit the online store or check out the other Teacher Life posts. Keep reading and see some of the latest favorite products and classroom tips.

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