Just Decided to Homeschool? These are Your MUST HAVE Supplies to Get You Started!
Check out my simple list of must haves to get you going on your homeschool journey!
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So, you just made the decision to homeschool your kiddo(s) but are extremely overwhelmed with what to purchase… This post is for you, momma!
If you’re anything like me, you need all the help you can get. Or maybe you’re just needing to hear what other moms are doing in their homeschool to get your gears going- Whatever the case may be, I hope this simple list gives you an idea of what you may need to start on this new, exciting, scary journey!
First up on the list…
1. Know. Your. WHY
Why are you homeschooling? What made you decide to go against the norm and pull your kids out of public school? Was it to spend more time with your children, knowing you’ll never get these years back? Was it conviction? Was it for YOU to have control over what your children are exposed to? You know your why’s… you’ve maybe even made a list of them on a piece of paper. If you haven’t done that- please do. Keep it for those rainy days when you’re on your last nerve, questioning why on earth are you even doing this?! There you go- questioning your why- grab that list and reread your passionate and deeply thought over why’s. It’ll put you back in your place, get you right-minded, and encourage you to get back in the saddle when you crumble and fail (cause those 2 will indeed happen).
Ok, Now the physical supplies…
These are fantastic for organizing each child’s curriculum, workbooks, binders, art supplies, you name it! We also loved having these mobile carts for the option to do school outside or simply in a different location.
2. Printer & Good Quality Paper
Surprisingly a printer is one of our most used items in our home, being done almost daily!
Printers for homeschool students are essential tools that enable you to bring your lessons to life on paper. Whether you need to print out worksheets, educational materials, or project assignments, having a reliable printer can enhance your homeschooling experience.
You will need a good printer that won’t be going through ink cartridges left and right. One option is the Inkjet printer. This has a cartridge-free solution that uses high-capacity, easily refillable ink tanks. So you’ll worry less about running out of ink, and save a lot on replacement ink. The Inkjet printer averages monthly document print volumes of about 125 pages and also offers all-in-one features including Scan, Copy & Auto 2-sided Printing!
Another great option, is the Brother Color Laser Printer. This printer produces fast, high quality prints in both black and color at speeds up to 33 pages per minute. offers low cost output due to super high yield 6, 500 page replacement toner cartridges. This has become one of our most loved items in our home!
3. Laminator
This was actually the first thing I bought as a homeschool mom & I DO NOT regret it! I’ve used it for more than just school also- when we go hunting, I’ll laminate our menu for dinners I prepped for the week so it doesn’t get ruined or lost.
Gotta have this for your printables to put into binders! Pretty self-explanatory 😊
6. Whiteboard
This makes life more easy (& fun for your littles), especially when they need to use it in their curriculum.
7. Pencil Caddy
Make your kiddos supplies easy to grab! Put it on your dining room table or keep in their homeschool cart!
There ya go- my simple homeschool must have list- You’ll for sure need to purchase more but these will get you off to a great start! Happy homeschooling, mommas 🫶🏼
”A teaching degree is to homeschooling as a culinary degree is to grandma’s cooking… it just can’t touch the love, care and personal standard that only she can stir in.”
- Dawn Shelton