23 Classroom Must-Haves

We’ve gathered a list of must-haves for your classroom. From organizational tools to classroom decorations, these items will prepare any classroom for a new school year. Once you’ve covered the basics and have your classroom ready to go, consider checking out some of our other blog posts for more inspiration!

What can’t you live without in your classroom? Leave your must-have items and anything you would add to the list in the comments!

23 Classroom Items Every Teacher Needs

1. Scissors

2. Easel Pads

Post-it Super Sticky Easel Pad — **Shop All Easel Pads**

3. Crayons

School Smart Large Non-Toxic Crayon in Storage Box, 7/16 X 4 in, Assorted Color, Pack of 400 — **Shop All Crayons**

4. Paint

5. Glue

Elmer's Glue Stick Classroom Pack, 0.24 Ounce, Clear, Pack of 30 — **Shop All Glue – Adhesive**

6. Specialty Markers

Mr. Sketch STIX Scented Washable Markers, Assorted Scents and Colors, Pack of 120 — **Shop All Specialty Markers**

7. Laminator

Scotch Pro Thermal Laminator, 4 Rollers, 13 Inches Max Width, 6 mm Pouches — **Shop All Laminators**

8. Dry Erase Boards

Kwik Chek Rectangular Lined Dry Erase Paddle with (32) Markers, 12 1/2 X 10 in, Assorted Colors, Pack of 32 — **Shop All Dry Erase Boards – Lap Boards**

9. Colored Pencils

School Smart Professional Colored Pencils, Assorted Colors, Set of 480 — **Shop All Colored Pencils**

10. Classroom Decorations

11. Desk Organization

Safco Powered Onyx™ 2 Horizontal/6 Upright Sections with USB Port, Black — **Shop All Desk Accessories**

12. Dry Erase Markers

Expo Low Odor Dry Erase Markers, Chisel Tip, Assorted Colors, Set of 36 — **Shop All Dry Erase Markers**

13. Sticky Notes

Post-it Super Sticky Notes Cabinet Pack, 3 x 3 in, Rio De Janeiro Colors, Pad of 70 Sheets, Pack of 24 — **Shop All Sticky Notes**

14. Document Camera

Elmo Wireless Tablet Bundle — **Shop All Document Cameras**

15. Pencils

16. Construction Paper

SunWorks Heavyweight Construction Paper, 18 — **Shop All Construction Paper**

17. Notebooks

School Smart Semi-Stiff Ruled Composition Book, 9-3/4 x 7-1/2 Inches, 100 Sheets — **Shop All Notebooks – Notepads**

18. Tape

Scotch Classic High Impact Resistant Desktop Tape Dispenser with 1 in Core, 3/4 x 1500 in Tape, Pink — **Shop All Tape**

19. Markers

Crayola Original Broad Line Marker Classpack, Conical Tip, Assorted Colors, Set of 256 — **Shop All Markers**

20. Classroom Chairs

21. Area Rugs

Flagship Carpets Keep Calm And Learn On Rug, Green, 4 x 6 ft, Rectangle — **Shop All Classroom Rugs – Carpets**

22. Storage

Storex 3 Compartment Supplies Caddy, 9-1/4 x 9-1/4 x 5-1/4 Inches, Assorted Colors, Case of 6 — **Shop All Classroom Storage**

23. Manipulatives

Magna-Tiles 3-D Magnetic Building Tiles, Clear Colors, 100 Pieces — **Shop All Blocks – Manipulatives**

More Classroom Organization Ideas & Inspiration

A classroom space changes with each passing year. Updates to the look and feel of a classroom can help to keep the space feeling fresh and exciting for students. Take a look at some of these other blog posts to gather ideas and get inspired to take your classroom to the next level!

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