Do you have any unusual
World Scrunch Map
I know I’ve mentioned this before but I love our World Scrunch Map. It’s so portable that I can carry it in my pocket! We take it with us if we do a lesson outside or at the park. We use this map almost daily and it’s really durable!
Mini Easels
Mini easels are a must-have in our
Plexiglass Picture Frames
I use plexiglass picture frames so that I can hang my children’s artwork at their eye-level. They are also great for displaying educational posters. Plus, I don’t need to worry about the glass breaking and hurting someone.
Mini Clipboards
I love clipboards. They allow us the opportunity to write wherever we are. These mini clipboards are my favourite! I attached a pencil to each clipboard with a piece of string and I have small carabiner on the clipboards too so that the girls could clip them onto their belt loops if they need their hands to be free. The clipboards are 6″ x 9″ and are lightweight because they’re made of acrylic.
Magnetic Storage Pockets
These are AMAZING! I use these magnetic storage pockets to organize items for our whiteboard. One pocket holds all the whiteboard markers, one holds our magnetic letters, another holds random magnetic pieces. I have a spare one for when I make magnetic items for the board. I usually only have one pouch out at a time.
Natural Items
I love the curiosity and joy that natural elements bring into our
Rocketbooks
If you don’t have a Rocketbook yet, then you simply MUST get one! We use our Rocketbooks all the time in our
Not only do Rocketbooks save paper, but it assists in many areas of our
- Drawing activities
- Long work for mathematical equations
- Notetaking while watching documentaries or while on a field trip
- I use it for journalling about our
homeschool day - Playing pen and paper games like Tic-Tac-Toe, Hangman, and SOS
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I saw those plexi glass frames on an instagram post and thought they were such a great idea! I didn’t even know they made it (perhaps I’m just behind in the times?)! They’re perfect for the classroom or just the home with a grabby toddler!
When I was teaching, I used to have a massive collection of decorative masking tape. It’s a strange school supply stable, but so helpful. I used to decorate my board with it and even used it to randomly group my students (just place different pieces of tape on their desks and viola, group made!). The kids loved it too.
As always, thanks for sharing, Jennifer. This is spot on for back-to-school!
I just love plexiglass frames – it also helps children feel a sense of pride when their artwork is framed.
Ooooh, coloured masking tape… I’m going to have to get some! I can definitely see how that would be a fun and helpful supply!
I love the scrunchy world map! Unusual supplies … Hmm … I guess you could say our penchant for using board games and video games in our homeschool as teaching aides is a bit unusual :)
We use our scrunchy world map so much! It’s so handy!
Board games and video games are used a lot here too! We do a lot of fitness video games. What are some of your family’s favourite video games?
Yes, we love using our Wii U for fitness. My son learned to read mostly through playing Star Wars Knights of the Republic, because otherwise he wouldn’t be able to read the alien subtitles. Both kids learned a big chunk of elementary math with Star Wars Math. They have also both learned a lot through all the puzzles in Portal. And then there is Pokémon Go, which teaches them more about local landmarks as they play. And there are more – we love games :)
The Wii is great for fitness! My girls do WiiFit Plus, Zumba, and Dance Kids for fitness. So much fun!
Thanks for sharing some of your favourites – I love getting new ideas from others. :)
neat tools. Going to pin this post for future ideas. :)
I’m delighted you enjoyed these ideas Annette! We use a variety of quirky and unusual things. Thanks for pinning!
That Scrunch Map looks like so much fun!
We love the Scrunch Map – it’s awesome!
Oooo…I really like these ideas! Especially displaying nature! This is a great list of ideas, Jennifer! Thanks for sharing.
I’m delighted you enjoyed these ideas Cheryl. We can do so much with nature items… and they’re free!