On this page, we have listed Amazon products that we recommend for classrooms, broken down by category for easy viewing. We suggest checking back here (and on our social media) on a regular basis, to find announcements of new products and lower prices. Many of these products get great discounts from Amazon, beating other national retail outlets. We also suggest you check this page on Prime Day, for special, limited-time discounts and sales.
ARTS AND CRAFTS
GLUE AND GLUE STICKS
Elmer’s 30-Pack Glue Sticks
This 30-pack of Elmer’s All-Purpose Glue Sticks is washable, nontoxic, and perfect for classroom arts and crafts projects! The glue bonds well to paper, cardboard, foam board, and display boards. It can be ordered from Amazon by clicking right here.
BOOKS
AFRICAN CULTURE AND HISTORY
A Long Walk to Water by Linda Sue Park
This #1 New York Times bestselling novel is a powerful tale of perseverance by Newbery Medalist Linda Sue Park. It interweaves the stories of two Sudanese children from two different eras who overcome mortal dangers to improve their lives and the lives of others. Click here to order A Long Walk to Water by Linda Sue Park.
BLACK HISTORY
Keep On! The Story of Matthew Henson, Co-Discoverer of the North Pole by Deborah Hopkinson
The story of the man who co-discovered the North Pole! A great story from history by author Deborah Hopkinson! Click here to order the book from Amazon!
Salt In His Shoes: Michael Jordan in Pursuit of a Dream
Written by mother Deloris Jordan and sister Roslyn M. Jordan, Salt in His Shoes tells the true story of how faith, hope, and family helped a young Michael Jordan gain the heart of a champion. Click here to order the book from Amazon!
Sweet Justice: Georgia Gilmore and the Montgomery Bus Boycott
Written by Mara Rockliff, Sweet Justice is an inspiring picture-book biography about the woman whose cooking helped feed and fund the Montgomery bus boycott of 1956, featuring the work of award-winning illustrator R. Gregory Christie. Click here to order the book from Amazon!
CHRISTIAN/BIBLICAL
CHRISTMAS
Easter
‘Twas the Morning of Easter by Glenys Nellist
‘Twas the Morning of Easter tells the story of the resurrection of Jesus in a fresh way, with a familiar rhythm and rhyme that children will love, following the pattern of Clement Moore’s iconic “‘Twas the Night Before Christmas.” Click here to order the book from Amazon!
History
LEAP YEAR
Leap’s Day
Perfect for grades 1-3. Leap’s Day by Stephanie Bee Simmons is a fun story about a frog who learns the concept of Leap Year. Click here to order the book from Amazon!
Leap Year Jokes for Kids
Suitable for ages 7 to 12. This 40-page book includes jokes, tongue twisters, and knock-knock jokes, all with leap year themes. Click here to order the book from Amazon!
SCIENCE
Start of School
Picture Books
Thanksgiving
Building Blocks / Building Activities
Calendars
Classroom Supplies
Snoopy File Folders
This letter-size four-pack of file folders features Snoopy designs, and is perfect for special classroom projects! Click here to order it from Amazon!
DVD / Blu-Ray
Fire Safety/Prevention
Furniture
Games
Home Economics
Lego / Building Blocks
Markers
Microscopes
Paper Products
Printworks Bright Cardstock
This pack of 50 sheets of 65 lb. cardstock features five different colors. Sheets are laser and inkjet compatible. Click here to order the paper pack from Amazon!
PEANUTS
PENS/PENCILS
Paper Mate Flair Felt Tip Pens 36 ct. box
30 Rainbow-Colored Pencils, 4 Colors in 1
Each of these colored pencils includes red, yellow, blue, and green, and 30 pencils are included in each box. Pencils are 18 cm/7.1 inches in length. Click here to order the pencils from Amazon!
Blue Stainless Steel Pencil Holder/Dispenser
This pencil holder is made of high-quality stainless steel material with a hinged top, and comes with six school-themed removable stickers. The holder fits standard pencils up to eight inches long and holds up to 200 pencils, and will also work with standard-size straws. Click here to order the pencil holder from Amazon!
Prizes / Incentives / Giveaways
200 Piece Prize Pack
This pack of 200 party favors and carnival toys are perfect for incentives, and classroom treasure box prizes. Click here to order the pack from Amazon!
Reading
Rulers
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STEM / STEAM / Science
STEAM Building Sets
Storage
Teacher Record and Lesson Books
Thanksgiving
WRITING
Educational Insights Magnetic Sight Words and Sentence Builders
Suitable for grades kindergarten and up. Over 240 magnets feature sight words and punctuation marks. Kids can learn how to build sentence structures while having fun! Click here to order the Magnetic Sight Words Set from Amazon.