The Best Back-to-School Gear

By Ana Barrett
September 25, 2013
Make back-to-school more fun with these cool tools, accessories, and supplies. 
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Bento Box

Ditch the plastic baggies and use a bento box for an organized, eco-friendly alternative to traditional lunches. Stash fruit, nuts, and other yummy snacks in each compartment! Dishwasher safe, FTW. 

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Lunch Kit

This adorable lunch kit is sure to be a “hoot” with kids. The child-friendly design is ideal for school lunches, and parents can rest easy knowing the lid is leak-proof.

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Freezable Lunch Bag

What if your kid’s lunch could stay fresh without ice packs? Well, now it can, thanks to PackIt. Their freezable lunch bag keeps food and drinks cool for hours. Simply put it in the freezer overnight to activate the built-in gel.

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Girls Backpack

Let her make a fashion statement at school this year with a personalized, embroidered backpack. Multiple compartments keep books and papers organized, and the padded straps will be a welcome relief when she’s carrying materials to and from school.

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Boys Backpack

Conquer the school year with an adventure-worthy backpack. Stash his snacks, supplies, and sports gear in this durable version from North Face. Mesh water bottle pockets are always an added bonus. 

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Pizza Sticky Notes

Stay on top of homework and to-do lists this school year in style with pizza post-its. Kids will eat these up.

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3-D Pen

Foster creativity in your children with a 3-D pen this school year. Simply start drawing and watch as illustrations come to life.

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Magnetic Bookmarks

If you have a bookworm in your family, make sure they never lose their page again. These magnetic bookmarks have you covered. Plus, robots make everything more fun.

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Hard Shell Pencil Box and Glasses Case

This monster hard shell box and eyeglasses case is far from scary. Kids will appreciate the goofy character design and lightweight feel. Ample room and functionality make this box ideal for writing utensils or other small miscellaneous items.

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Jumbo Pencil Case

Kids will absolutely love the design of this jumbo ZIPIT pencil case. It’s made out of one long zipper that circles the pouch, so your kid can zip and unzip to their heart’s delight. Bonus: It’s machine washable.

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Scented Erasers

These vanilla-scented, macaron-shaped erasers are almost too cute to use. Making mistakes has never been better.

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Zipper Binder

Help your scholar keep their notes and worksheets organized in a zipper binder. Say goodbye to the days of papers falling out of folders, never to be seen again. The built-in five-tab file means all subjects can be kept together in one place.

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Silly Scented Markers

These scented Crayola markers are next level. Cotton candy, root beer, and tropical punch are some of the scents your kids will enjoy while unleashing their inner artist.

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Book Covers

Keep your kids’ textbooks protected with a colorful, stretchy book cover. The jumbo covers are made out of recycled materials and come in a variety of prints.

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Mini Highlighters

These petite highlighters are too cute not to have this school year. With ten bright colors to choose from, kids will have a blast using these on their school work. 

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Donut Ruler

Donut doubt us; straight lines have never looked sweeter.

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