Must Haves for the Co-Op Leader

It’s almost fall—time for homeschool co-op leaders to stock up on essentials without breaking the bank. Whether you're preparing for a new season of teaching or simply looking to refresh your supplies, we have found it SO helpful to invest in tools that support hands-on learning and meaningful connection. We’ve gathered our favorite items to help you feel equipped, inspired, and ready for a purposeful year ahead.

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Find our PE Equipment recommendations here.

Sing a Song of Seasons: A Nature Poem for Each Day of the Year Buy on Amazon

Woodstock Wind Chimes Zenergy Solo Hand Chime, Silver (7") Musically Tuned for Meditation, Yoga and Mindfulness, Bell Percussion Instrument For Teachers and Classrooms Buy on Amazon

ZOWEETEK Voice Amplifier Microphone Headset for Teachers, Original Personal Voice Amplifier, Work of 12 hrs, Portable Speaker for Classroom, Speech, Tour Guide,Support MP3 Format Audio,Power Amplifier Buy on Amazon

Neenah White Index Paper, Mediumweight, 300 Sheets, 199 gsm, 94 Brightness, 8.5" x 11" - MORE SHEETS! (91635) Buy on Amazon

Amazon Basics 9-Inch Thermal Laminator Machine for Documents and Photos, Easy to Use for Home Office or School, White Buy on Amazon

Amazon Basics Clear Thermal Laminating Plastic Paper Laminator Sheets, 9 x 11.5-Inch, 200-Pack, 3mil Buy on Amazon

UCreate Watercolor Paper, White, Package, 140 lb., 9" x 12", 50 Sheets Buy on Amazon

Crayola Broad Line Markers (12pk), Bulk School Coloring Markers for Kids, Teacher Classroom Must Haves, Back to School Essential Supplies for Preschool & Kindergarten Buy on Amazon

Crayola Fine Line Markers for Kids (12 Boxes), Coloring Markers for School, Bulk Back to School Supplies, Teacher Classroom Must Have, 10 Colors, 3+ Buy on Amazon

Sharpie Permanent Markers Ultra Fine Tip Markers Set Quick Drying And Fade Resistant Artist Marker For Wood Plastic Paper Metal And More Drawing Coloring And Poster Marker Black 12 Count Buy on Amazon

Sanford Sharpie Permanent Marker - Black (12 Piece) Buy on Amazon

8 Pc Large Ink Pads for Kids - Washable Ink Pads for Kids - Hand/Handprint/Footprint Size - Washable Stamp Pads Kids Non Toxic Ink Pads for Stamps, Crafting, Finger Paint, Card Making, Gift for Kids Buy on Amazon

BURVAGY 12 Packs 5" Small School Student Blunt Tip Craft Kids Scissors, Stainless Steel Blades Comfort Grip 5 Inch Safety Scissors Bulk for Children Toodler Cutting Paper Buy on Amazon

Watercolor Paint, 48 Colors Washable Watercolor Paint Set with a Brush a Refillable Water Brush Pen and Palette, Non-toxic Water Color Paints Sets for Kids Adults Artists Children Students Beginner Buy on Amazon

Acrylic Paint Brush Set, 6 Packs / 60 pcs Nylon Hair Brushes for All Purpose Oil Watercolor Painting Artist Professional Kits Buy on Amazon

Apple Barrel Essentials Acrylic Paint Set, 12, 24 Fl Oz (Pack of 1) Buy on Amazon

Artecho 50pcs Soft Pastels, 48 Colors Including 4 Fluorescent Colors, Extra Free Black & White, Square Chalk for Drawing, Blending, Layering, Shading, Pastels Art Supplies Buy on Amazon

SAKURA Cray-Pas Junior Artist Oil Pastel Set - Soft Pastels for Kids & Artists - 25 Colors Buy on Amazon

DANCING BEAR 25 Break Your Own Geodes, (Medium 1-1.5") 90% Hollow, Crack Open & Discover Amazing Surprise Crystals Inside! Educational Info and Instructions Included, Fun Party Favors & Prizes Buy on Amazon

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