Benable — create shareable lists of things you recommend!
E.g., products you love, local businesses, travel recs - you can add anything to a Benable list!
Middle School Mom Finds
39
items Middle School Survival Kit from A Mom of Boys
Sections
5
The Basics
Back to School Clothing for Middle School Boys
Middle School Boy Grooming Supplies and Toiletries
Locker Supplies
Nutrition
The Basics
The Basics from underwear to socks and all the boring must haves that they don’t care about when you ask but if you get wrong the sigh and eye roll.
Currently on deal pricing. These are the “it” socks of the moment and they’ll be walking outside in them no matter what you say so buy extras when they’re on sale.
Nike Unisex Everyday Cushioned Training Socks (6-Pack)
We absolutely love this binder! Zipper closure, sturdy, comes with a strap, effortlessly cool design options or solid colors, internal organization, sized for multiple subjects, folders for filing papers and pockets for supplies. My kid loved the loo...
Case-it School Zipper Binder | 3" O-Rings | 600-Sheet | D-156-N Jet Black | Mighty Zip Tab, 5-Color Tab Expanding File Folder, Multiple Pockets, Shoulder Strap, Office
This is the collection of the more elaborate designs of the same folder series.
Case-it School Zipper Binder | 3-Inch O-Rings | 600-Sheet | D-146 Wave | Mighty Zip Tab, 5-Subject Expanding File Folder, Multiple Pockets, Storage Organizer, Shoulder Strap, Office
Middle school here means the bug Trapper Keeper binders and the need to hole punch vs folders so this in every binder keeps them ready to organize and stay on top of school papers easily
WorkLion 3-Ring Hole Puncher Blue Metal
Good sound, solid quality and affordable for a middle school budget ear pod
JBL Endurance Race 2 True Wireless Earbuds White
The only school approved model for our middle school
Texas Instruments TI-30XS MultiView Calculator
Lots of sport design options and great organization
HKHEHOP Baseball Pencil Case Big Capacity
Middle school means they can ride further so make sure they have updates safety on their bike woth a good working light kit.
Bell Lumina Premium Bicycle Light Set
Back to School Clothing for Middle School Boys
Dri fit with some added style on sleeves
Nike Strike Men's Dri-FIT Short-Sleeve Soccer Top
The Pink is bright but lived in feel with classic swoosh
Nike Sportswear Club Men's T-Shirt
Got the black with white check for overstated classic that goes with every
Nike Sportswear Swoosh Men's T-Shirt
Baseball style pins perfect to pair with jerseys or solid shirts
DICK'S Sporting Goods
The perfect all-season polished athletic hoodie. Goes from classroom ac to outside and back with dri fit and balanced temperature so it’s not too hot but you look cool. Select colors on sale.
Nike Men's Dri-FIT Primary NanoKnit UV Hoodie
Classic but breathes so you look good even after PE class
Nike Men's Dri-FIT Legend Fitness T-Shirt
Bright electric pattern that goes with a lot in ways that stand out or fit in with flare.
Nike Men's Dri-FIT Standard Issue Allover Print 5" Practice Mesh Short
Now that they’re in mens shoes its finding something that doesn’t have too much bounce, too little support or is a street shoe heaviness that doesn’t hold up to their high activity level, these hit all the notes.
Nike Men's Pegasus 42 Running Shoes
This was his splurge item. They have a cool texture and subtle pattern that make them look polished and edgy. First day of school with pink shirt.
Nike Men's Dri-FIT NAC 7'' Training Shorts
Athletic dry fit performance down to mens XS
Go-Dry Cool Performance Boxer-Brief Underwear 3-Pack -- 5-inch inseam
Great dry fit basic in lots of good colors, wear solid or I DTF designs on them for teams and unique styles
CloudMotion T-Shirt
Really cool premium feel and texture. Looks expensive, dry fiit, and simple style that goes from HR to PE and back.
CloudMotion T-Shirt
Bright and colorful but sleek with a built in liner for comfort and added style
Baseball Lifestyle 101 Pro Series Shorts V2 with Liner - Cotton Candy Pink - Pro Series Shorts V2 with Liner - Cotton Candy Pink
World baseball classic Italy lets him celebrate our heritage in a world cup soccer kinda feel perfect for this year’s vibe
Baseball Lifestyle 101 Pro Series Shorts V2 with Liner - Italy - Pro Series Shorts V2 with Liner - Italy
Completes the World baseball classic/world cup Italy set with a cage shirt that is high performance and cool to wear
Baseball Lifestyle 101 Diamond Tech Vented Tee - Italy - Diamond Tech Vented Tee - Italy
Same shorts just no liner
Baseball Lifestyle 101 Pro Series Shorts V2 - Black/White - Pro Series Shorts V2 - Black/White
The must have baseball player slides from car to field protecting your cleats
Baseball Lifestyle 101 Adult Slides - Freedom Gradient - Adult Slides - Freedom Gradient
Middle School Boy Grooming Supplies and Toiletries
Perfect Preteen Brand, mild scents, cleans well so they aren’t left greasy or dirty like a lot of natural products but clean ingredients and no worries about hormone disrupters
JB SKRUB Boys Shampoo Teen Kids Citrus 14oz
Perfect preteen body wash, tackles the stink, safe for nuts butts and hormones, doesn’t leave them oily or too dry, mild scent that’s natural not like axe body spray on steroids.
Clean Kids Body Wash pH-Balanced for Teens
Easy to use foam face wash, nothing harsh, great for sports kids and a first intro to boys skincare.
Teen Boy Acne Face Wash - Gentle Cleanser
Easy for boys to use, firm hold, smells good but doesn’t fight other products
American Crew Men's Styling Gel, Firm Hold
They can sprinkle the powder on and style flexibly without looking greasy
Tribal Chimp Hair Styling Powder - 10g
This was perfect for showers after my son fractured his ankle
Waterproof Cast Covers for Leg - Non-Slip
Great boys starting pack for learning the basics of skincare. Use only what you need but have the others handy as you need them starting with the gentle facewash for after practice and in the shower.
JB SKRUB Boys Acne Kit: 4-Step Routine
Locker Supplies
Lockers can get crammed with stuff fast. Clippy magnets keep the important stuff where you can find it from snack to homework to that permission slip
VNDUEEY 6 Pack Black Magnetic Clips for Fridge
Great simple combo for a functional locker without looking like you’re trying too hard - the vibes requested from my oldest
LockerMate Adjust-A-Shelf 6-Piece Locker Set
Nutrition
We keep one of these in the cooler/fridge for quick replenishment and recovery after long days and hard practices because it gives him the carbs and protein right away. He often still asks for a 4th meal but this hits in the 30min window and gives us...
Core Power Protein Shake Chocolate 26g 14oz 12pk
Quick protein snack on the go with simple ingredients that are easy to grab or add
Parmesan Snacking Cheese, 18oz, 24ct
Great for backpack, gym bag, catchers bag.. on the go protein that fills him up and keeps him goiing
Chomps Original Beef Chomplings, 24ct, Keto
Sometimes its just about something easy to grab to keep their calories up with their activity level and they are a solid go-to
Zbar Chocolate Chip Organic Granola Bars 12ct
Snackle with its own ice pack space so self cooling
Runche 10-Compartment Snack Organizer Box