School Vocabulary for Kids – School Supplies Names

Meaning: Used to keep papers safe

Example: I keep my papers in a folder.

Meaning: A pen used to mark important words

Example: I use a highlighter on key words.

Meaning: A tool used to do sums

Example: I use a calculator in maths class.

Meaning: A tool used to draw circles

Example: I draw a circle with a compass.

Meaning: A tool used to measure angles

Example: I measure an angle with a protractor.

Meaning: Pages we read or study

Example: I read my book every day.

Meaning: A hard board that holds papers

Example: My paper stays on the clipboard.

Meaning: A brush used for painting

Example: I paint with a paintbrush.

Meaning: A book to write daily notes

Example: I write in my diary at night.

Meaning: A paper with questions

Example: I solve the worksheet in class.

Meaning: A tray used to hold colors

Example: I mix colors on the palette.

Meaning: A box to carry lunch

Example: My lunch box has rice.

Meaning: A bottle for drinking water

Example: I drink water from my bottle.

Meaning: A box to keep pencils and pens

Example: My pencil box is red.

Meaning: A card with name and details

Example: I wear my school ID card.

Meaning: Used to stick paper

Example: I use glue in craft work.

Meaning: Used to cut paper

Example: I cut paper with scissors.

Meaning: Color sticks for drawing

Example: I color with crayons.

Meaning: Pencils used for coloring

Example: I draw with color pencils.

Meaning: A pen for bold writing

Example: I write big letters with a marker.

Meaning: A book used for drawing

Example: I draw in my sketchbook.

Meaning: Used to hold papers together

Example: I use a paper clip for my papers.

Meaning: A box with maths tools

Example: My geometry box has many tools.

Meaning: Used to join papers

Example: I staple papers with a stapler.

Meaning: A sticky strip to join things

Example: I use tape to fix my chart.