Best Back-to-School Supplies

By Ana Barrett
Gear up for the best school year yet with 20 of our favorite school supplies.
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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.

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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.

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Lunch Bag

Take lunch to the next level with an adorable ladybug lunch bag. The insulated interior keeps food cool and fresh.

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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.

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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.

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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. 

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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?

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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. 

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Backpack

Little dudes with big imaginations will be proud to wear this robot backpack. Padded adjustable straps will keep him comfortable all year long.

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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.

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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. 

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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.

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