I teach 4th grade, which means I run on coffee, chaos, and whatever pencils haven’t been snapped in half by 9 AM. I’m building a classroom that feels like a second home one where we start mornings with STEM bins, magnetic tiles, and big creativity, and dive into book clubs that make reading feel like reality TV. My list includes flexible seating (because the floor isn’t always the vibe), classroom supplies (we burn through them like popcorn), and fun rewards to keep the hype alive. Every item helps create a space where kids feel seen, excited, and ready to learn even on Mondays.