Gear up for the best school year yet with 20 of our favorite school supplies.
By Ana Barrett
Tape Dispenser
Tape Dispenser
This donut-shaped tape dispenser is so cute we could eat it up. Adorable and portable, this should be a staple in every backpack this year.
Water Bottle
Water Bottle
Make sure your little one stays hydrated with a CamelBak water bottle. Its patented design minimizes spills, and the colorful design encourages kids to drink more water.
Lunch Bag
Lunch Bag
Take lunch to the next level with an adorable ladybug lunch bag. The insulated interior keeps food cool and fresh.
Backpack
Backpack
This trendy drawstring backpack is big enough to fit a good amount of school supplies without any of the extra bulk that comes with regular backpacks. Bonus: the fabric is soft, so it won’t irritate your kid’s skin.
Lunch Bag
Lunch Bag
This lunch bag is the apple of our eye. It’s made out of innovative material that is 100% free of toxins, so you can rest easy knowing your kids have only the best. Inside mesh pockets keep food organized, and insulation keeps food cold—just add an ice pack.
Sandwich Bag
Sandwich Bag
Pack a more eco-friendly lunch for your kiddos with a reusable sandwich bag. They come in a variety of cute colors and patterns, plus they’re dishwasher safe and toxin-free.
Mini Backpack
Mini Backpack
JanSport has done it again. This statement-making backpack in a bright, summery, fruit print is perfect for back to school. Perfectly sized for younger kiddos.
Alarm Clock
Alarm Clock
Take a bite out of the morning wakeup routine with this adorable apple-shaped alarm clock. Luckily for you, this clock has an ascending alarm that will gently wake even the sleepiest kid.
Lunch Bag
Lunch Bag
Make lunchtime fun time with a feathered friend. Zoo Lunchie has a variety of different animals to choose from—let them pick their favorite.
Personalized Notebook
Personalized Notebook
Here’s a wise way to take notes. Personalize it with your daughter’s name, and she’ll feel extra special as she heads back to school.
Coin Purse
Coin Purse
Keep spare change and lunch money safe and organized with a coin purse that’s easy to find in their bags. What kid doesn’t love emojis?
Backpack
Backpack
“Gotta catch ’em all!” Pokémon aficionados will appreciate this canvas backpack. Not too big and not too small, this bag is the ideal size for grade school children.
Lunch Bag
Lunch Bag
Older boys need cool lunch bags too! This blue and gray camo print is sure to be a hit with any kid. Neoprene lunch bags are useful due to their ability to stretch and accommodate different sizes of containers.
Colored Pencils
Colored Pencils
Take arts and crafts to the next level with grooved colored pencils. Little hands can easily grip the ergonomic triangular shape of the pencil.
Lap Desk
Lap Desk
This portable lap desk is ideal for doing homework on the go or at home. The wood frame prevents pencils from rolling off, and there’s a handle for easy portability. Use it as a food tray, too! Multitasking at its finest.
Binder
Binder
Help your kids keep their papers and worksheets organized with a binder. The modern designs on this collection are sure to please. Separate each subject with a different color folder.
Backpack
Backpack
Little dudes with big imaginations will be proud to wear this robot backpack. Padded adjustable straps will keep him comfortable all year long.
Pencil Bag
Pencil Bag
Carry crayons the “write” way: in a personalized pencil case. With a variety of prints and colors to choose from, kids can customize their case any way they want.
Lunch bag
Lunch bag
Keep your little athlete fueled up with a healthy lunch in an Under Armour lunch bag. The hard inside prevents food from being squashed, and the interior pockets keep food organized.
Water Bottle
Water Bottle
Keep drinks cold for up to 20 hours with this stainless-steel water bottle. The leak-proof lid is ideal for busy kids on the go,and the wide mouth opening is big enough to fit ice cubes. This one’s sure to be a winner at soccer practice.