Teacher Appreciation
I didn’t realize how many teachers spend money out of their own pockets to stock their classrooms. I saw @wittyotter post something about it and it made me want to help too.
For the last few days, I have been asking those who are teachers to send me an email with their amazon wish lists for their classrooms. These individuals are responsible for teaching our youth and spend countless hours doing so. I don’t think they get enough credit for all their hard work.
I’m hoping that my community can help get some items off of their lists. I’m sure that no matter how big or small, these teachers will be so grateful for any help!
THANK YOU TO EVERYONE WHO CHOOSES TO HELP! Please feel free to share this blog post so that more people will see it and hopefully fulfill these wishlists.
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/32X5I3Q8SWIOF?ref_=wl_share (This is my 11th year teaching Kindergarten in Palm Beach County. I absolutely love this age and watching how much growth the children make. Although the curriculum has changed over the years, I still do my best to make learning as hands on and fun as possible!)
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3JAHZN3F0FP2W?ref_=wl_share (I teach 1st grade in Naples, FL to children of many different backgrounds and needs. I have been teaching for 11 years and love being able to help my students learn to read and recognize they unlimited potential.)
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/L4CP2JJFLVGW?ref_=wl_share
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2AUK9LHX56107?ref_=wl_share (Hi everyone!l!
Since I was a little girl, I’ve always wanted to be a kindergarten teacher. My kindergarten teacher inspired me to become the best teacher I can be and to open my arms and heart to welcome all students. In my classroom we have a lot of fun sprinkled with some learning (okay, okay. a lot of learning).
My kindergartners in northwest Wisconsin would be forever grateful for any donations! Thank you, thank you, thank you!)
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/263MWFVXJG408?ref_=wl_share (My name is Candra Huckaby and I am a middle/high school special education teacher in a small town in East Texas. I teach a variety of subjects from ELA to Sciences, to Maths as well as work with ESL students k-12. I love what I do and the sweet students I work with each year. I have always strived for an encouraging and inviting classroom where my kiddos can feel safe and value learning.)
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3BXENQ4Y5AN28?ref_=wl_share (I am a sixth grade English teacher! I love working with students as they start to become themselves and try on all the hats! I graduated with K-8 elementary education, and k-12 reading degrees. Then I spent five years in early childhood teaching, then admin at Head Start. It was there that my love for children's literature became a full on affair. Now in middle school, children's books have become even more precious to me as I see how they can open doors for children during so much change and challenges in their first year of middle school.
I love to use children's literature to spark though, discussion and encourage empathy. Last year I had incredible discussions with my sixth graders and watched them grow throughout the year and have books as a starting point to discuss real life.
I teach in Montana, where we have very little diversity and therefore exposure through literature is essential. Unfortunately, this is not within the budget so I am trying hard to supplement my classroom with quality books, specifically written by and about people of color, and multiple belief systems.)
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3OXOITT8CVD2V?ref_=wl_share (I teach kindergarten. This will be my fourteenth year teaching, but only my second in my current school. I was in one school district the first twelve years, but decided before the pandemic that I needed to find something better for my mental health for myself and my family. I LOVE my new school and I’m enjoying being part of the community.
I love teaching kindergarten because for so many kids, it’s their first exposure to school and I get to set them up for life of loving learning and reading. I also teach my students as much sign language as I can as it is a passion of mine.
Teaching kindergarten is just the best.)
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/14P8SERPUOLT?ref_=wl_share (Thank you so much for your support!! Any little thing helps!!!)
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1QNGANMANOYJP?ref_=wl_share (Thank you for trying to help teachers!)
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/35CLQE5DPJI54?ref_=wl_share (3rd grade teacher)
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1QV8CZPGLNN4O?ref_=wl_share (Hi! I’m Amanda and I teach Kindergarten in a rural district in Ohio.
My classroom always has a happy hum of students interacting and learning together through hands on activities. I grew up in a family of teachers and I love sharing my love of learning with my students.
Kindergarten is a year of learning academically and socially. One way to help enhance their social learning is through read-alouds. The books on my wish list will be a starting point for many conversations as my students learn and grow.
Thank you for supporting my classroom! I love teaching Kindergarten!)
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1VYEPOMN1XR2L?ref_=wl_share
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/P8XVK0KKDDZ7?ref_=wl_share (Hello! My name is Stacey and I'm entering my third year of teaching kindergarten. I love this age group because these kids are so bright and inquisitive, and love to learn about any and everything. I specifically love teaching kids how to read as it provides so many 'lightbulb' moments and sets kids up for a bright future. No pun intended! I love doing room transformations and I have a magical "Book Fairy" who visits our room, all with the intention of getting kids excited about learning and coming to school.
If you have a moment, please take a look at our classroom wishlist! It's filled with books and activities that will help create plenty of learning opportunities and experiences for my students. Thank you!)
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3CD1H9LVFVCTO?ref_=wl_share (I am a high school teacher in Fort Myers at Lehigh Senior High School. I teach ESOL grades 9-12 at my school. My students are all from another country and it’s my job (and privilege) to teach them how to speak English. My list is a huge mix of things I could really use in my classroom. I appreciate any and all help anyone is able and willing to give!)
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/20A5S9HEYXA73?ref_=wl_share
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/20A5S9HEYXA73?ref_=wl_share
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/353RSL0IWFLQA?ref_=wl_share (A little about me:
My name is Keeley Golden, I’m 26 years old and live in Kansas! This is my 4th year as a teacher at a very rural preK-12 school, Hope Elementary/High School. I am the second grade teacher but also our buildings ESL (English as a Second Language) teacher and coordinator Our school serves some very low income families, we are a title 1 school. I absolutely love being a teacher and being able to help the students in our community. Thank you so much for the support!)
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/39VY8QTXO5BVF?ref_=wl_share (I am a 6th grade reading teacher! I want to keep my students engaged with new books and use picture books to help teach difficult content! Thank you for your support!)
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/26MCH5XPLGO71?ref=cm_sw_em_r_un_un_OQMupupfBxEGp (2nd Grade Miami, Florida)
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/EBAK2RI995YH?ref_=wl_share
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/dl/invite/iDDC4sW?ref_=wl_share (I have been a teacher for 6 years, 5 in special education. I currently work with kindergarten and 1st grade, have a masters in SPED and will be going back to school next spring to become a teacher for the deaf and become sign language certified.)
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2CPQKCNSZ0TM0?ref_=wlshare (I am a 4th grade teacher in Los Angeles. This is my 5th year teaching grade 4. Our community has a large population of English learners, so I keep students engaged with lots of visuals! We love to practice mindfulness in our classroom and we would be thrilled to have more books and fidgets that support social-emotional learning.)
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3K7JVTJSM2GVC?ref_=wl_share (Thank you for doing this… This is my mom’s list but she won’t add it to any sites. It’s taken her years to even complie an Amazon list to ask for class supplies.)
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2IS8ZM3SQCCRB?ref_=wl_share (I’m a third grade teacher in SWFL. I teach ELA and have a co-teacher who covers our Math/Science. We each have a homeroom class and swap halfway through the day-So essentially I have two classes every year! Developing a love of reading/learning is my passion! One way I foster this is by doing themed units that involve room transformations. This way I am engaging the students in critical academic content and creating life-long memories!)
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/12BTNFU7RJJF1?ref_=wl_share (Not sure if my teacher list fits what your posting about since I am a daycare teacher. But I run a teen mom nursery in our local high school and these moms are usually not able to afford much for their kids and the program is run by a grant but it leaves little money for extra things for us. I would love to have more age appropriate art supplies and toys for these kiddos so their moms can learn to interact with them more! If you're willing to put my list up as well this is my Amazon one I have out for my friends and family who help me out too!)
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/189Y7R68NCUV2?ref_=wl_share (My twin sister is a teacher and an incredible one at that!
Here’s her bio:
My name is Ashley Staten and this is my 9th year teaching. After 6 years away, I am going back to my roots where I first started teaching. I will be teaching third grade this year I am so excited to have my students back in person. Last year was so different with being an e-learning teacher for the entire year. All of the resources that you see on this list will help elevate our classroom and help me to implement morning choice for each of my students.)
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/WXPPMBGL9JZE?ref_=wl_share
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/14BLE7BYKNDX5?ref_=wl_share (I am not a classroom teacher, I do more of small groups from 5-8th grade. I help students whose 2nd language is English achieve educational goals. This year my role is a hit different because I’ll be working with English learners as well as diverse learners (special needs). The school that I work for is in a low income neighborhood in Chicago. Our students struggle to get some school materials, so me asking them to buy extra material for when we meet is hard. I want my new groups to have a great experience and reach their personal goals! If you can please share my list I will be very thankful.)
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/T77V7UOEPQFR?ref_=wl_share (hi! my name is tatiana ugurel and i will be a first year 3rd grade ela teacher in west palm beach florida! i’m a florida native and i plan to start a family soon with my partner!)
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2TG9HWU6XH7PS?ref_=wl_share (Here is the link for my little sister’s wishlist for her classroom. She is my “assist-aunt” and fills that role like no other! She is a second mom to sooo many littles and was just made to be a teacher and work with children. I don’t know how we would function without her and she just really deserves to have everything on her list for her kids. ❤️❤️)
If you or someone you know is a teacher with an amazon wishlist, please feel free to email me (samantha@mommyrealist.com) and send me the URL to add to this blog post.