Classroom and teaching supplies
Homeschool science kit: 12 pieces of equipment that cover K-8
A home science kit should be small, safe and reusable. These pieces cover observation, measurement and simple experiments across the grades.
Chosen from Lakeshore Learning's own category navigation and the makers' sites, checked Oct 2026. Prices are about, Oct 2026, and move with sales. Checked 2026-10-25. Nobody paid to be here. The buy links are plain search links, not affiliate links, so Peabody earns nothing from them.
Magnifiers
Lakeshore Learning · Ages 5-14
Thermometers
Lakeshore Learning · Ages 5-14
Measuring cups, spoons and cylinders
Lakeshore Learning · Ages 5-14
Magnets and compasses
Lakeshore Learning · Ages 5-14
Safety goggles
Lakeshore Learning · Ages 8-14
Simple circuits kit
Lakeshore Learning · Ages 8-14
Rocks and minerals set
Lakeshore Learning · Ages 6-14
Plant-growing kit
Lakeshore Learning · Ages 5-10
Microscope
Lakeshore Learning · Ages 9-14
Science journal
Lakeshore Learning · Ages 5-14
Experiment kits
Lakeshore Learning · Ages 6-14
Digital scale
Lakeshore Learning · Ages 9-14
More lists
Science lab basics for a middle school classroom: 12 supplies
A middle school lab does not need to be expensive, but it must be safe.
Homeschool starter kit for ages 8-10: 14 supplies
At 8-10, children can handle a notebook, a real ruler and a small experiment.
Book bins, supply caddies and tubs for the classroom: 12 options
Bins and caddies are the cheapest way to turn a pile of books and markers into something kids can find and put back.
Classroom cubbies, bookcases and storage units: 10 picks
Furniture is the big-ticket part of a room, so buy it slowly.
Classroom library furniture and reading-nook pieces: 10 picks
A reading corner needs three things: book display, a place to sit, and something soft underfoot.
Labels and organization tools for a classroom: 10 picks
Labels cost little and save a lot of daily nagging.
Bulletin board sets, paper and trim: 12 picks
A bulletin board has three costs: paper, trim and the letters or pieces.
Bulletin board borders and trim: 10 picks
Borders frame a board and hide ragged edges.