A list of basic and useful supplies for the elementary aged student.
Pencils are always necessary for school. I always like to check the erasers to make sure they’re soft enough for little hands to use.
Wooden and #2 Pencils in Pencils & Pencil Sharpeners(667)
Crayons fit well in a pencil pouch and are useful for art assignments at school.
Crayons
Pencil pouches help keep a book bag more organized. Stash those pencils, crayons, erasers, and highlighters in the pouch.
Pencil Pouches in Pencil Cases - Walmart.com
Highlighters are great for marking reminders and for highlighting notes to stand out. Multiple colors are always fun and keep the creativity flowing .
Highlighters
A basic calculator is perfect for elementary school math.
Calculators - Walmart.com
Filler paper is always needed in elementary school.
Loose Leaf Filler Paper in Paper(1000+)
In our experience, at least one class usually requires one of these throughout elementary and middle school.
Composition Books in Notebooks & Pads(1000+)
These are useful for packing school lunches.
Lunch Boxes for Kids | Bentgo® Official Site
A good backpack makes a big difference during a busy school day.
Book Bags & Backpacks
Pack lunch in a cute lunchbox that shows off your kid’s adorable style.
Kids' Lunch Boxes
Colored pencils are useful for art projects at school and for showing creativity during free time.
Colored Pencils
These are always useful for keeping subjects separate and organized.
3-prong Portfolios - Walmart
Headphones are useful for technology classes and other learning activities. These have been on my kids’ lists the last few years.
Headphones for Kids
Don’t send the sharp ones to school, just the blunt tipped children’s scissors.
Kids Scissors in Scissors(458)
Every teacher appreciates a donation of a large bottle of hand sanitizer for the classroom. Hand sanitizer helps kill germs and prevent the spread of diseases.
Large Hand Sanitizer Pump
Many elementary classrooms have a nearby sink for handwashing. Teachers appreciate donations of hand soap to help keep little hands clean and to help prevent spreading germs.
