Boards and Easels

Boards

Boards are an important teaching tool that allows educators to engage students in a classroom setting. Dry-erase whiteboards provide ample space for interactive learning and writing, and they also double as a display board or a clean surface for projectors. Additionally, they can be a fun alternative to writing with pen and paper while helping improve the child's motor skills. The Early Years Creator Center wooden board is the ideal choice for toddlers and preschool kids beginning to learn shapes, letters and numbers.

Easels

Easels are a great educational tool for children of all ages. Teaching easels work both as a writing surface and a presentation tool for teachers, and they're perfect for individual and group activities. The smaller size and lighter weight of a tabletop easel or nest easel allow ease of transport and storage compared to traditional boards. A four-legged easel provides more stability than the typical tripod assembly.

Benefits of Classroom Boards and Easels

Boards and easels offer a lot of benefits both for teachers and students. Whether in a standard classroom setup or a unique teaching environment, you'll find plenty of uses for boards and easels. Some of their many benefits include:

• Reusability: Boards and easels are a cost-efficient investment because they are reusable and long-lasting. Look for dry-erase boards for convenience or invest in a premium porcelain whiteboard with aluminum framing for excellent quality.
• Motor skills improvement: Activities on boards help improve the fine and gross motor skills of students. Writing on a vertical surface like classroom boards also improves spatial awareness, dexterity and directionality.
• Portable writing surface: Compact easels and wheeled whiteboards give you more flexibility, allowing presentations on the go or hybrid teaching. Portable whiteboard easels are helpful for remote learning or filming lessons at home as well.
• Fewer allergies: Whiteboards and easels are good alternatives to chalkboards and fabric tackboards, especially if you're looking for something that doesn't cause allergic reactions.

Choosing the Right Boards and Easels for Your Classroom

Whether it's a board or an easel, it's important to identify your classroom's needs when selecting the right tool. Boards and easels both have pros and cons, so take note of these factors before you choose:

• Purpose: What do you plan to use them for? If it's mostly for writing activities that require a bigger space, boards may be the better idea. Adjustable easels work well if you need a more mobile option. They're also ideal for group activities and allowing students to work separately. Rubber tack boards are the best choice if you need display or bulletin boards.
• Size: Picking the size of your board or easel, again, depends on the purpose. Wall-mounted whiteboards are ideal for a fixed classroom setup, while free-standing boards are better for moving around or holding classes outdoors.
• Budget: School supplies can put a dent in your budget, so going for the tried and true chalkboard might be easier on the pocket. Dual-sided whiteboards provide additional writing space for the price of one. Plus, the magnetic feature allows more flexibility. For easels, getting an adjustable tripod that can hold weight is a good option.

Shop Boards and Easels for Sale

The Classroom Store maintains a large inventory of products, including school supplies to make learning more practical and enjoyable. Check out our list of magnetic, dry-erase and wooden boards and easels for sale. Whether you're looking to replace an old and worn-out item or getting ready to organize your classroom for the school year, we have the products you need. Browse our catalog or contact us online. You can also call 844-818-5966 for more information.