Homeschooling doesn’t require a Pinterest-perfect school room or a closet full of supplies. Over the years, we’ve found a handful of products that make our days run smoother, keep learning fun, and help us stay organized.
Whether you’re just getting started or looking to refresh your homeschool space, these are the items we reach for again and again.
This page contains our favorite homeschool supplies and resources and affiloate links at which I may earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. I’ll continue updating it as we discover new favorites.
What are the most important homeschool supplies for beginners?
If you’re just starting out, I recommend:
- laminator.
- Good quality pencils.
- Dry erase pockets.
- Paint markers.
- Storage bins.
- A printer
- Educational games
- Simple math manipulatives you already own (buttons, m&ms, beads etc)
What homeschool supplies do I use most often?
- Writing Utensils
- Portable upholstery cleaner
- educational games
- Storage systems
- Books
Do you need a dedicated homeschool room?
No! Many homeschool families successfully learn at kitchen tables, living rooms, and outdoor spaces. The right organization systems matter far more than having a dedicated room.
Storage & Organization
Keeping supplies organized makes it easier for kids to learn independently and helps prevent overwhelm. They can easily grab supplies as needed and know where they go after they are done using supplies.
Rolling Cart
Perfect for rotating activities, art supplies, or current unit studies. Ours fits neatly into our coat closet in the hallway and is the perfect height for independency.
Here is a list of our favorites
- 🇨🇦 Simple Houseware 10-Drawer Rolling Cart
- 🇨🇦 RELAX4LIFE 10 Drawer Rolling Storage Cart
- 🇨🇦 Simple Houseware 12-Drawer Rolling Cart
Clear Storage Bins
Book Baskets
Cleaning Supplies
Because messes will happen! Here’s something I love to have underhand and ready at a moments notice! Couldn’t do it without these cleaning supplies!
Portable Upholstery Cleaner
- 🇨🇦 BISSELL Little Green ProHeat
- 🇨🇦 BISSELL Little Green Mini Corded Portable
- 🇨🇦 Tineco Carpet & upholstery Cleaner 2 in 1
Magic Erasers
Handheld Vacuume
Spot / Staining Remover(s)
- 🇨🇦 Spray Sunscreen (countertops, walls, dolls etc)
- 🇨🇦 Mineral Spray Sunscreen
- 🇨🇦 Miss Mouths Messy Eater
- 🇨🇦 Tide Stain Remover
- 🇨🇦 OxiClean Spray
Office Supplies
Simple, essential supplies can go a long way in making Homeschooling go smoother and save you money!
Laminator
A homeschool favorite for creating reusable worksheets and activities:
But you can also use page protectors and clear folders if you dont want to laminate!
Printer
A good printer goes a long way! At first I got a simple & cheap hp printer. I signed up.for their ink subscription program and thought I was saving. Boy was I wrong! Eventually there was a glitch and I had spent HOURS upon HOURS with customer service trying to figure it out. It took 7 days atleast and no solution was agreed upon. So I no longer reccomend even the brand.
I got a Canon Inkject printer have been able to print over 15 full sets of books for my kids on just the ink that came with the printer!
School Supplies
The basics we use every week (or every day!)
Pencils / Writing Utensils
Crayons
Dry-Erase Markers
Organizer Caddy
Scissors
Glue
Craft Supplies
Paint Markers
Paint
Play-Doh
While buying play-doh is quick & easy, making your own is most cost effective but you can also bulk make your own to share with siblings or use as party favors! As well as making your own involves lots of different subjects like match ,reading , and fine motorskills. My favorite taste recipe is here, I have the supplies below
Furniture & Learning Spaces
Creating inviting spaces encourages curiosity and independent learning.
Children’s Table & Chairs
While many families homeschool right at their dinner table (like us!) Some do like to have a dedicated homeschool area
Cube Storage Shelf
Reading Nook Seating
Hands-On Learning Favorites
Magnifying & Microscope Glass
- 🇨🇦 Large Magnifying Glass for Kids
- 🇨🇦 2PCS Upgrade 10X Magnifying Glass, Large Handheld
- 🇨🇦 DTDNZKN Premium 10X Magnifying Glass with Large 3 Inch Lens (BEST PRICE) $6.99
- 🇨🇦 Temodu Kids Digital Microscope 2.0
- 🇨🇦 2-in-1 Microscope Camera for Kids, Mini Handheld
Magnetic Tiles
Math Manipulatives
Our Favorite Educational Games
Bilingual – Russian/German Resources
Raising bilingual children doesn’t require expensive curriculum, but having the right resources makes consistency much easier. These are some of our favorite tools for supporting language development at home.
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