LAUREN’S SUPPLY LIST
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I know the list is long, but these supplies will really help us get off to a strong start. I am listing the supplies in four categories: individual, communal, optional, and at-home. Please review the list carefully and read the descriptions of each item. Feel free to contact me if you have any questions regarding these supplies!
Individual Supplies
These supplies should take priority. It is important for each child to have the following supplies in hand by the first or second day of school. Children should bring these supplies to school with them so that they can get off to a strong start.
□ 5-composition notebooks (Meade or similar brand), lined paper
□ 1 graph-paper notebook for use in math (same size as composition notebooks)
***Please do NOT get spiral bound notebooks; these come apart too easily. Notebooks work much better.***
□ 1 thin lightweight loose-leaf binder (These are for storing papers and homework. The homework binder travels back and forth, and a lighter weight make it easier on the shoulders! Also, the bulkier binders will not fit in the children’s cubbies.)
□ 1 folder with three holes punched, for keeping inside the binder
□ 1 zip-up pencil case for holding pens, pencils, etc. in backpack
□ 1 (or 2) pen(s) that you really love
□ 1-2 packages of dividers for binders
□ REUSABLE WATER BOTTLE for water- students can take home and bring back, or simply leave at school.
*□ 1 assignment notebook (This can be a daily planner or small pad for keeping track of homework assignments.) this is optional.
Communal Supplies
These are supplies for the entire class to use. Because there are many supplies, I am splitting the list in half. If your child’s FIRST name begins with the letter A-K, please buy the items on list one. If your child’s FIRST name begins with the letters L-Z, buy the items on list two. I have done my best to make the lists approximately even in terms of price.
LIST ONE (First names from A-K)
□ 2- 3 sharp scissors (adult scissors are better than kid scissors)
□ 2 packs of Dixon Tri-Conderoga® Black Pencils OR blue/black ballpoint pens
□ 2-3 rolls transparent tape (with dispenser) □ 1-2 sturdy, absorbent sponges
□ 2-3 packages of post-its (any size, shape, or color) □ 2- 3 boxes Facial Kleenex
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LIST TWO (First names from L-Z)
□ 6 packages .07 mm lead for mechanical pencils □ 1-2 packages of hot glue gun sticks
□ mechanical pencils for size .07 lead (The imitation “pencil” style is preferable)
□ 1-2 pack(s) of sharpies □ 1-2 packs of paper towels
□ 2-3 packages of post-its (different size, shape, or color preferable)
□ 1-2 individual sturdy pencil sharpeners with case for shavings
Optional Supplies
I know this list already seems really long! Here are a few things that are always good to have, in case you’d like to contribute more to our class supply.
□ post-it TABS (post-it makes these for dividing notebooks into different sections)
□ sculpting CLAY (any non-drying sculpting clay- all colors), SCULPTING WIRE (any hardware store carries this), NEEDLE NOSE PLIERS OR JEWELRS PLIERS
□ any art or craft supplies you feel might be useful for project time.
- GLUE GUNS, glue gun sticks
- CLAY (see above)
- ORIGAMI PAPER
- MARKERS, colored pencils- sharpie, bic, etc.
- TAPE- MASKING, PACKING, ETC.
- CARD STOCK, colored or interesting paper, construction paper, ORIGAMI paper, fabric, needles and thread, old magazines, scrap cardboard, clear contact paper, etc.-- you’d be surprised what can get turned into a project!)
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□ Zip-lock Baggies
□ Fusion pens (varied colors)
□ Clorox wipes /dish soap and/or all-purpose cleaning spray (such as Windex, 409, etc.)
□ STAPLER
□ 3-hole punchers
□ Band-aids (Band-aid brand has worked the best for us. The others do not stick or hold, so we end up wasting a lot!)
At-Home Supplies
These supplies are to help students complete their homework. They will stay at home and do not need to travel back and forth with the students.
□one ruler with inches and centimeters □ one student dictionary
□ supply of Post-it notes for reading assignments, etc. □ supply of loose-leaf paper
THANKS FOR ALL OF YOUR HELP TO A GREAT START!!!
