Kindergarten Supply List
Simple, natural materials for a year of wonder-filled learning. Many items can be found at home or in nature!
📝 Basic Supplies
- ☐ Beeswax crayons (block and stick)
- ☐ Colored pencils
- ☐ Watercolor paints (basic set)
- ☐ Paintbrushes (various sizes)
- ☐ Drawing paper / watercolor paper
- ☐ Construction paper (assorted colors)
- ☐ Child-safe scissors
- ☐ Glue sticks and white glue
- ☐ Playdough or modeling beeswax
🌿 Nature & Science
- ☐ Nature journal or blank sketchbook
- ☐ Magnifying glass
- ☐ Collection basket for nature treasures
- ☐ Small pots and soil for planting
- ☐ Seeds (beans, sunflowers, herbs)
- ☐ Bug jar with ventilated lid
- ☐ Simple thermometer
- ☐ Rain gauge (optional)
🧶 Handwork & Crafts
- ☐ Yarn (chunky, for finger knitting)
- ☐ Felt squares (assorted colors)
- ☐ Large plastic needles
- ☐ Burlap or cross-stitch fabric
- ☐ Pipe cleaners
- ☐ Pom poms
- ☐ Wooden beads (large, for stringing)
- ☐ Ribbon and string
🔢 Math & Sensory
- ☐ Counting objects (acorns, shells, stones, buttons)
- ☐ Sand or salt tray for letter practice
- ☐ Pattern blocks or tangrams
- ☐ Simple balance scale
- ☐ Measuring cups and spoons
- ☐ Number cards 1-20
- ☐ Dice
- ☐ Sensory bin materials (rice, beans, water beads)
🕯️ Hearth Circle & Spiritual
- ☐ Candle and holder (battery candle for safety)
- ☐ Special cloth for altar/circle space
- ☐ Bell or chime
- ☐ Seasonal nature table items
- ☐ Small basket for Hearth Circle materials
- ☐ Gratitude journal
💡 Budget-Friendly Tips
- • Nature is free! Collect leaves, sticks, stones, pinecones, and shells
- • Kitchen supplies work great - measuring cups, dried beans, flour for sensory play
- • Thrift stores often have baskets, fabric, and craft supplies
- • Dollar stores carry basic art supplies, candles, and seasonal items
- • Library - borrow books instead of buying
- • Ask family for yarn scraps, buttons, fabric remnants