This list includes 53 school supplies that start with P, from “paint” to “push pins”. They cover consumables, art materials, writing tools, and organizers used for classroom work, projects, and storage.
School supplies that start with P are everyday items beginning with the letter P that support learning activities and routine school tasks. Paint and pencils, for example, have been classroom staples since modern public schooling expanded in the 19th century.
Below you’ll find the table with Item, Usage, and Popular brands.
Item: The supply name so you can scan the list quickly and spot the exact product you need.
Usage: A concise one-line description showing typical classroom or homework uses, so you know when to choose it.
Popular brands: Two to three widely available brands or makers you can compare when shopping for quality and price.
School supplies that start with P
| Item | Category | Common variants/synonyms | Popular brands/examples |
|---|---|---|---|
| pencil | stationery | graphite pencil, #2 pencil, wood pencil | Dixon Ticonderoga, Faber-Castell, Staedtler |
| pen | stationery | ballpoint pen, gel pen, rollerball | Bic, Pilot, Paper Mate |
| paper | consumable | copy paper, loose-leaf, notebook paper | Hammermill, HP, Mead |
| paperclip | stationery | paper clips, binder clip alternative | ACCO, Staples, Amazon Basics |
| paper towel | consumable | kitchen towel, classroom towel rolls | Bounty, Scott |
| paper plate | consumable | disposable plate, craft plate | Dixie, Hefty |
| paper cutter | tool | paper trimmer, guillotine trimmer | Fiskars, Westcott, Swingline |
| paper punch | tool | hole punch, 2-hole punch, 3-hole punch | Swingline, Office Depot, Fiskars |
| pencil case | organizer | pencil pouch, pen case, zip case | Case-it, Herschel, Yoobi |
| pencil sharpener | tool | handheld sharpener, electric sharpener | Staedtler, X-ACTO, Bostitch |
| paint | art supply | poster paint, tempera paint, watercolor | Crayola, Prang, Sargent Art |
| paintbrush | art supply | round brush, flat brush, water brush | Royal & Langnickel, Princeton, Crayola |
| paint palette | art supply | mixing tray, color palette | Crayola, Masterson, Studio |
| paint smock | clothing-accessory | art smock, painting apron, craft smock | ArtCreativity, Melissa & Doug |
| paint marker | art supply | paint pen, opaque marker, Posca-style | POSCA, Sharpie Paint, Sakura |
| permanent marker | art supply | permanent pen, Sharpie | Sharpie, Staedtler, BIC |
| poster board | art supply | foam board alternative, display board | Elmer’s, Pacon, Canson |
| poster | classroom item | display poster, project poster | Teacher-created, Classroom Decor brands |
| planner | organizer | student planner, agenda book, calendar | Erin Condren, Moleskine, Mead |
| protractor | math tool | angle measurer, semicircular protractor | Westcott, Staedtler |
| push pins | stationery | thumbtacks, map pins, pin tacks | Staples, Amazon Basics |
| post-it notes | stationery | sticky notes, self-stick notes | 3M Post-it, Avery, Post-it Brand |
| pocket folder | organizer | folder, two-pocket folder, laminated folder | Mead, Smead, Five Star |
| plastic folder | organizer | poly folder, plastic two-pocket | Smead, Five Star |
| plastic sleeves | organizer | page protectors, sheet protectors | Avery, Staples, C-Line |
| pocket chart | classroom item | pocket chart organizer, word chart | Carson Dellosa, Scholastic |
| playdough | art supply | play-dough, modeling dough, modeling clay | Play-Doh, Crayola, Crayola Model Magic |
| pipe cleaners | art supply | chenille stems, fuzzy sticks | Creatology, Hygloss, Darice |
| popsicle sticks | art supply | craft sticks, ice-cream sticks | Craftsmart, Amazon Basics |
| pom poms | art supply | craft pom-poms, fuzzy balls | Creatology, ArtMinds |
| paste | consumable | school glue, liquid glue, glue paste | Elmer’s, PVA craft glue |
| pencil lead | consumable | lead refills, 0.7mm lead, 0.5mm lead | Pentel, Pilot, Uni |
| pencil grip | accessory | ergonomic grip, rubber grip | The Pencil Grip, Faber-Castell |
| pencil pouch | organizer | zip pouch, pencil case, pen pouch | Yoobi, Case-it, Amazon Basics |
| projector | tech | classroom projector, digital projector | Epson, BenQ, ViewSonic |
| printer | tech | inkjet printer, laser printer, classroom printer | HP, Canon, Epson |
| printer paper | consumable | copy paper, white paper, A4 paper | Hammermill, HP, Georgia-Pacific |
| printer ink | consumable | ink cartridges, toner | HP, Canon, Brother |
| portfolio | organizer | art portfolio, presentation portfolio | Itoya, Canson, Smead |
| pattern blocks | manipulative | math blocks, geometric blocks | Learning Resources, Melissa & Doug |
| presentation folder | organizer | report cover, presentation sleeve | Smead, Avery |
| paper trimmer | tool | guillotine, rotary trimmer, craft trimmer | Fiskars, Swingline |
| paper weight | desk supply | desk weight, paper press | Staples, Amazon Basics |
| printer ink | consumable | ink cartridge, toner cartridge | HP, Canon, Brother |
| plastic bags | consumable | zip-top bags, storage bags, sandwich bags | Ziploc, Hefty |
| poster putty | adhesive | adhesive putty, mounting putty, sticky putty | Blu-Tack, UHU, Sticky Tack |
| project notebook | stationery | project journal, lab notebook, research notebook | Mead, Moleskine, Five Star |
| pattern paper | art supply | wrapping paper, craft paper, patterned paper | Astrobrights, Canon, Pacon |
| plasticine | art supply | modeling clay, oil-based clay | Plasticine, Crayola Modeling Clay |
| presentation remote | tech accessory | clicker, slide advancer, presenter | Logitech, Kensington |
| playpen | classroom item | soft play yard, toddler area | Regalo, Graco |
| pea beads | art supply | pony beads, craft beads | Perler, Darice |
| performance costume (PE/arts) | clothing-accessory | costume, performance outfit, PE kit | Varies by school |
Descriptions
pencil
Everyday writing and test-taking tool; essential for homework, sketching, and erasable note-taking.
pen
Permanent or smooth-writing option for notes, assignments, and forms; choose colors and tips for different tasks.
paper
Basic supply for printing, assignments, worksheets, and arts — available in sizes and weights for different uses.
paperclip
Simple fastener for holding papers together; inexpensive classroom staple.
paper towel
Classroom cleanup and craft drying; frequently requested for art projects and spills.
paper plate
Used for classroom parties, craft palettes, and disposable serving at events.
paper cutter
Handy for cutting posters and projects cleanly and safely — better than scissors for straight cuts.
paper punch
Makes holes for binders and classroom organization; common on teacher supply lists.
pencil case
Keeps pens, pencils, erasers and small tools organized for schoolbags and desks.
pencil sharpener
Maintains pencil points; electric models work well in classrooms, handhelds for student use.
paint
Basic art material for projects, posters, and classroom painting activities; choose washable formulas for kids.
paintbrush
Used with paint for art class and crafts; sizes vary for detail or broad coverage.
paint palette
Surface for mixing paints during art class; useful for watercolor and tempera activities.
paint smock
Protects clothing during painting and messy crafts; commonly requested for younger students.
paint marker
Opaque markers for bold lettering, posters, and craft detail on multiple surfaces.
permanent marker
Long-lasting marker for labeling, posters, and projects; choose fine or chisel tips.
poster board
Stiff board for school displays, science fair backdrops, and poster projects.
poster
Finished visual aids for projects, classroom walls, and presentations.
planner
Helps students and teachers track assignments, due dates, and schedules.
protractor
Geometry tool for measuring and drawing angles, standard in math classes.
push pins
Fasteners for bulletin boards and temporary displays; handy for classroom walls.
post-it notes
Small adhesive notes for reminders, bookmarks, and quick feedback; classroom staple for organization.
pocket folder
Holds handouts and homework; inexpensive way to organize subjects or take-home papers.
plastic folder
Durable, water-resistant folders for protecting papers and organizing by subject.
plastic sleeves
Clear sleeves to protect worksheets and important pages in binders.
pocket chart
Canvas chart with clear pockets for schedule cards, sight words, and classroom activities.
playdough
Soft modeling material for early-years play, fine-motor skills, and craft projects.
pipe cleaners
Flexible craft stems used for fine-motor crafts, models, and diorama details.
popsicle sticks
Wooden sticks for building crafts, timelines, and manipulatives.
pom poms
Bright, fluffy craft pieces for decorations, counting activities, and sensory projects.
paste
Liquid adhesive used for paper and craft projects; often washable for classroom use.
pencil lead
Refills for mechanical pencils; keeps writing tools ready without replacing the pencil.
pencil grip
Soft attachment that improves comfort and handwriting posture for young students.
pencil pouch
Soft bag for carrying pens, pencils, erasers inside backpacks.
projector
Used by teachers to display presentations, videos, and lessons to the whole class.
printer
Prints worksheets, flyers, and student materials; useful for home-school and teacher prep.
printer paper
Standard paper for photocopying, printing student handouts, and craft bases.
printer ink
Replaces printer consumables so teachers and families can keep printing assignments and resources.
portfolio
Protective folder for student artwork, project collections, or presentation materials.
pattern blocks
Hands-on shapes for teaching fractions, patterns, and geometry in elementary classrooms.
presentation folder
Used to organize and present projects, reports, or portfolios neatly.
paper trimmer
Accurate cutting tool for classroom projects, posters, and bulletin materials.
paper weight
Keeps papers in place during display or grading; handy in windy classrooms and art tables.
printer ink
Replacement inks for home or school printers used to produce handouts and projects.
plastic bags
For storing project parts, snack packing, and organizing classroom materials.
poster putty
Removable adhesive for hanging posters and student work without damaging walls.
project notebook
Notebook used for long-term projects, science labs, or organized note-taking for presentations.
pattern paper
Decorative paper for crafts, scrapbooking, and visual displays.
plasticine
Reusable modeling material for sculpture, models, and tactile learning activities.
presentation remote
Wireless clicker for student or teacher presentations; helps control slides from anywhere in the room.
playpen
Portable safe area for toddlers in preschool settings; listed sometimes for early childhood centers.
pea beads
Beads for threading, patterns, and fine-motor craft projects.
performance costume (PE/arts)
Specialized clothing for performances, PE, or school plays when requested on supply lists