If I can spend less time at the copy machine and more time in my classroom, I am a happy teacher! Using dry erase markers has helped me save paper, reduce prep time, and increase student engagement. Kiddos love using these special markers in small groups, at centers, and during lessons. Using dry erase also makes it easy to update classroom signs and keep everything organized! Here are six of my favorite dry erase finds for the classroom.
You should hear the squeals of excitement when we get out the bright, colorful dry erase markers! It's so much fun to choose a color from the marker cup! Unlike some other markers, these EXPO colors erase easily and don't leave any lasting stains.
Who could resist these adorable erasers? You can pass them out quickly, and kiddos can simply toss them in a basket when they're done! They are perfect for extra motivation in small groups, and they never get lost at centers!
Dry erase sleeves are like magic! You can take any classroom paper and instantly make it a resuseable resource! I can print a few colorful papers and slide them into dry erase sleeves for centers or a small group. It saves me time, ink, and paper! The kiddos love how easily they can write and fix any mistakes!
Hooray for dry erase paddles! These paddles are perfect for little hands during mini lessons! I can make sure that everyone is engaged and quickly assess who needs extra help! Kiddos can write their answers during the lesson and hold up their boards with one hand!
Keeping your classroom displays updated is an endless job! We are constantly learning new things and changing our units. Dry erase pennants are the perfect way to update your classroom without printing or making new signs! These pennants are awesome for the headings on bulletin boards. They are also great for writing weekly facts, vocabulary, spelling words, or sight words! Just erase for an instant update!
If I could make everything in my classroom magnetic, I probably would! These dry erase magnets are amazing! You can erase them, move them, and use them for just about anything. Add a student name to each star for simple center rotations, flexible seating charts, job chart organization, or even lunch count. Just move or erase the stars for an easy update.