The Ultimate Homeschool Supply List

We love this desk for a few great reasons. First, it’s foldable so you can make it work in small spaces that need to be used for multiple purposes. It’s a good height for kids to work at, and there’s no assembly required.

Having a rug space is important, even in the upper elementary grades. Lots of work (like sorting fractions) can be done on a rug and it provides a cozy space to read books together.

Kids love bean bags. A bean bag is the perfect spot for independent reading time, which elementary-aged children can spend 30 minutes per day on. We guarantee that your kid will read more willingly if they have a special, cozy spot for it.

These plastic bins are the most versatile size. You can use them to store books or math supplies, and with bins, it’s easy to put everything away at the end of the school day.

You don’t need a full wall whiteboard to homeschool. But it’s great to have a mid-sized one to post a daily schedule. Kids like to know what to expect. Go for a magnetic whiteboard, like this one, so you can put up visuals and change them easily.

Three ring binders are a great way to keep things organized. You can have a binder for each subject. We like these because they have a peekaboo front where you can slip in a cover. They are also the perfect width. An inch is wide enough to fit plenty of papers, but not so wide that it becomes cumbersome.

If you’re using three-ring binders to stay organized, purchasing a three-hole punch will make all the difference. There are so many flyers or handouts you’ll want to include that aren’t already three-hole punched.

No more staple jams or staple-related injuries. And since you’re not constantly pushing down on it, it doesn’t wear out quickly.

Pencils might seem obvious, but you may not realize how many of these babies you are going to need. We like these number 2 pencils, because they are durable and don’t have to be sharpened as often.

Colored pencils are super helpful for having kids diagram or illustrate scientific concepts. For example, you may teach them about plants’ vascular systems while they draw and label in their notebook. This 120-pack should last the whole year.

You will thank us for this. With this sharpener, you don’t have to waste tons of time cranking a hand sharpener. And best of all, it stops automatically when the pencil is sharp.

We are including a set of leveled readers in the organization section because so many homeschooling parents struggle with knowing what their kid should be reading and finding all the readers they need. A set like this will put your mind at ease. We love this one because the nonfiction topics provide content learning along with on-level reading.

Math must be taught in a hands-on way. This set includes everything you could need, including counters, base ten blocks, geometrical forms, and even a time-telling clock.

Science also really needs to be taught with as much doing as possible. This microscope will make kids feel like real scientists and give them access to so much knowledge. This one is a favorite among fifth to eighth graders, but it’s a great fit for all ages.

Ideal for upper elementary and above, this kit has everything you need to help your child master lines, angles, and everything geometry. Lots of kids love to use these tools to make creative art projects as well.

Coding is quickly joining the core subjects in schools all over. Keep your child on track and get them learning to code in a fun way with this iPad-compatible kit. The best thing about Osmo games is how they don’t just use a screen. Instead, pieces that kids can manipulate with their own hands interact with the screen.

Older children may need their own laptop for at-home learning, especially if parents are working from home on the only computers in the house. A Chromebook is a great choice. It is an affordable option at less than $300. Plus, Chromebooks solely operate on a browser, so the speed won’t get bogged down by a bunch of downloads and you can’t get viruses.