Things that my kids needed when they went back to school, from elementary to college.
Sections
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Little Kids
High School kids
College kids
Basic school supplies for everyone
Little Kids
If your kid is on a team, it's a good idea to personalize a water bottle that they can take with them so that they know which one is theirs! (affiliate link)
Personalized Kids Stainless Steel Water Bottle
Get your kids a backpack that will be different from the other kids so that it can be identified quickly! (affiliate link)
Backpacks
Don't spend a ton on clothes that your kids will grow out of or destroy…I used to shop at Walmart or Target and their clothes worked just like clothes from pricier stores! (affiliate link)
Boys Shirts
Get your daughter some new school clothes but don't spend too much, she's going to grow out of them fast enough! (affiliate link)
Girls Clothing
The one place that you should spend money on for your kids' clothing is shoes…Even if they grow out of them it's important to take care of their feet with a good pair of shoes! (affiliate link)
Kids' Shoes & Sneakers
High School kids
This one has my blue gingham and strawberries design on it. I got one of these and I love it!
Strawberry notebook
My kids always had lists of supplies that they needed, with specific binder sizes. I went straight to Staples, they have all the sizes you would need. (affiliate link)
3 Ring Binders
For high school kids who have reached their full adult sizes, you can start buying them clothes that will last them for years. Spend for quality basics at this point! (affiliate link)
Clothes that will last
IF your PTA is looking for a fundraiser, get some school spirit wear printed to sell. Or just order some for your team-loving teenager and their friends to wear on Spirit Day (affiliate link)
Custom spirit wear
Get your pens, sticky notes, etc now when they're on sale!
Back To School Basics & Office Supplies
College kids
Every dorm room is going to need to be organized to make it workable. Small organizing bins work on a desk to corral supplies. (affiliate link)
Storage containers
Macrame is back, and these wall hangings from artisans on Etsy will add a bohemian touch to a dorm room. (affiliate link)
Macrame wall hangings
Get your college kids a good raincoat that they'll be able to use for years to come. This is one thing that you shouldn't cheap out on! (affiliate link)
A good raincoat
Get a nice-looking laundry basket so that your kid doesn't have to use closet space to store their dirty clothes. (affiliate link)
Laundry Basket
Buying your kid their own mini fridge (if the college lets you bring your own) will save money on food in the long run. (affiliate link)
Mini Fridge
Basic school supplies for everyone
Get your kids good pencils or they will regret it (affiliate link)
Ticonderoga Pencils
Everybody need notebooks! Make sure to check your school supply list before buying them. (affiliate link)
Notebooks
I love gel pens! These write smoothly and last for a long time without running out. (affiliate link)
Gel Pens for note taking
Get the kind of paper that works for your kids…I liked writing things really small so college ruled worked for me. (affiliate link)
