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The Ultimate Back-To-School/College List!
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items The summer is break is over and it's time for that hectic period of the month: Shopping for back-to-school necessities! Coming from a huge family with a lot of students, shopping for school supplies is a regular hassle. Kids wanting to grab accessori...
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Stationary + Books for kids
Wearables including clothes and backpacks for kids
College Accessories I Personally Love.
Footwear to Keep Them on The Go!
Stationary + Books for kids
When it comes to choosing markers for kids, a lot of things come into consideration (this is coming from someone who is always given the hectic job of getting marker stains off the refrigerator and laundry). It needs to be easily washable but vibrant... These crayons have saved me so much time with cleaning (includes cleaning their tiny color-stained hands) since it washes right off with little effort and I don't need to search for caps anymore.
Crayola Clicks Retractable Markers 10ct
I love Marvel, my family loves it, and we get into arguments all the time over who's the best superhero (It's Ironman hands down). Is your kid a superfan of Ironman too, or perhaps Spiderman, or Cap'n America? Probably Black Panther or Hulk? Don't fr...
Yoobi X Marvel 6-Pack Spiral Notebooks
Refillable, economical and the best adjective to describe it--Washable! I know how it's like to try to get color stains out of laundry thus I always encourage my folks to look for watercolors that are not only vibrant but washable. This 8-color palet...
Colorations® Washable Watercolors 8 Color Palette
In coral, purple and blue, these sharpeners will define your pencils true….hopefully that made sense (yeah, I know it didn't) However do not let my poor rhyming abilities look past these sharpeners. I really like it when schoolwork is done in a tidy ...
Bostitch Twist-n-Sharp Pencil Sharpener
School's in session and so are school projects, homework and other creative tasks kids indulge in. Glue is one of the essential supplies needed for kids to express their creativity through collages, dioramas, paper mache. If your family is similar to...
Elmer’s Washable School Glue, Gallons
A 10 inch LCD writing tablet that supports the creativity of kids. This is a one way solution to all frustrations pertaining to kids writing on the wall or using too much paper for artwork. It has a replaceable battery that can last up to half a mont...
TEKFUN 10" LCD Writing Tablet Doodle Board
If you prefer glue sticks instead of the wet glues that sometimes leave traces, I got you covered! From someone who's in charge of the monthly school project work department, I recommend having glue sticks in your corner! It helps guarantee all materials are stuck firmly with no mess left behind. What's more is that this particular brand is washable and bonds to porous and semi-porous materials.
Elmer's Purple School Glue Sticks, 30 Count
When it comes to jotting down notes, I really love to prioritize some facts that I have a hunch would pop up in a test soon and I do this by color coordination. My color coordination obsession began way in middle school. Basically, I use different co...
Paper Mate Flair Felt Tip Pens, 24 Count
Twistables from Crayola was one of my many obsessions, back when I used to have coloring competitions with my siblings during quarantine to pass away the boredom. I was on a coloring spree for days. They are unique and didn't require sharpening at al...
Crayola Twistables Colored Pencils 50ct
150 vibrant colors, each with different shades! If you read the note on my Twistable recommendation you'd realize that I had a thing for coloring especially in the lockdown. It got me through stressful times and I got an extra piece of chicken by winning coloring contests against my cousins! So I'm picky when it comes to art supplies especially color pencils. The more pencils with quality and radiant colors, the merrier! Perfect for kids to express their creativit...
Prismacolor Premier Soft Core Pencils, 150
Just grab and get creative! That's one thing I love about pre-sharpened pencils. My little siblings lose their sharpeners all the time so this stationary comes in handy so I don't have to spend 15 to 20 minutes looking for a sharpener.
Amazon Basics #2 Pre-sharpened Pencils, 150 Ct
Everyone loves Bluey. Its fun, educative, heartwarming and emotional (even for me, a young adult who finds a calming sense of peace when watching Bluey with the kids) I got very excited when I discovered this color set + markers on Amazon and the kid...
Crayola Bluey Color Wonder Set, 18 Pages
When looking for erasers, I prefer to get ones are both functional, of good quality and do not leave dust everywhere ruining the look of my work. Thus, when I spotted this product, it was a quick pick for me.
[Pack of 4] Faber-Castell Large Dust-Free Erasers
Cute, isn't it? I know for sure that I'm not the only one who found these spiral notebooks cute. Comes in a pack of 3 and I love the designs on each of them.
Yoobi 3-Pack Wide Ruled Spiral Notebooks
If you'd rather opt. for an eraser of high quality and has a cute outlook, then I have the answer right here. These warm pastel erasers are both cute and functional making them earn a spot in the back-to-school list for kids.
Mr. Pen Pastel Pencil Erasers, 10 Pack
Why buy blue and black pens separately when you can have both in one box? Drumroll please *dundundundun* introducing, from reliable brand BIC, a 36 pack of retractable ballpoint blue and black pens! Plus they have a comfortable soft feel grip which m...
BIC Soft Feel Retractable Ballpoint Pens, 36-Count
No back-to-school list can ever be complete without a ruler to make fine lines and draw polygons in math class. A 6-pack multicolored ruler set is all you need, especially if you have a big family like mine that have specific colors of stationary the...
Mr. Pen 12" Kids Ruler 6 Pack, Plastic
Did you know that coloring not only helps kids to enhance their creativity but also improves their focus and concentration? And here are a whooping 152 set of crayons with colors I probably haven't heard half of. Perfect for kids as they discover new...
Crayola Ultimate Crayon Box Collection 152ct
Cute, functional and an absolute must-have for the back-to-school season. What's even better is that it's erasable thus ensuring notes are perfectly organized and neat.
BUNMO Ocean Clickers Erasable Gel Pens - 12 Pack
Wearables including clothes and backpacks for kids
My 10-year-old brother chose this one, ladies and gentlemen. He's a football enthusiast and that explains how almost every accessory he owns is somehow someway football related. If you have kids that share the same interest as my brother then I'm sur...
Cusangel 17" Football Fun School Backpack
One thing I love is versatile wear and this polo short sleeved shirt is the definition of just that. Matches perfectly with trousers, a skirt, a pair of jeans or anything in between. And there are 10 variations of colors to play favorites with. Perfe...
Polo Ralph Lauren Kids Cotton Mesh Polo Shirt (Big Kids)
I love the ruffles of this cute dress. Match this dress with the shoes she loves, and you can guarantee that this will be perfect for your little angel's big day at school!
Janie and Jack Ditsy Floral Ruffle Dress (Infant)
Have I already mentioned that I really love Bluey? Well, if I haven't said it enough, here's another declaration. And I'm sure so many kids around the world love these adventurous dogs too. If your kid is one of them, then these socks are bound to be...
Bluey Boys Kids Socks
Stylish, white and literally matches with anything, be it shorts, a skirt, a pair of jeans or anything in between. Perfect for a fun filled school day.
Chagall Graphic Fleece Sweatshirt
I loved the color of this backpack and the fact that it's a 3 n 1 piece that gives it value for its money. It has many compartments to keep essentials such as stationary, books and water bottles. It also has a strap belt in front of that brings up th...
Cusangel Kids Backpack - Mechanical Dinosaur
This pinafore can be described with one word: cute! Perfect for a fun filled and educative day of school.
Duck Cord Pinafore
Nothing's more exciting for kids than getting new stuff for the whole back-to-school experience, especially when it's a dress they love or have wanted for a long time. I love the soft pink colored plaid look of this dress and how it was designed with long sleeves which are perfect for the drop in temperature as the fall season graces us.
Bonpoint Kids Check Dress
Cute, isn't it? It's functional too! This rabbit themed backpack has four compartments and ensures all essentials such as stationary, books and water bottles are kept safe. It has soft padding for comfortability and a chest strap for a bit more suppo...
Cusangel Rainbow Rabbit School Backpack
I just love the puffy heart keychain, it adds a cute touch to this functional and incredibly nice backpack. I love the wing design on it and that it has many compartments which can store all the essentials needed for school like books, stationery and...
Cusangel 17" Fun Prints School Backpack
I love the color elements that make up this sweater. Made with cotton yarn that promises comfort, this sweater can be styled with anything, be it shorts, a pair of jeans or a skirt, as long as it fills your kid with joy and motivates them to look for...
Asymmetric Colorblock Sweater
A space themed backpack for rocking the back-to-school style! I'm an astrophile (I love gazing at the moon and stars with every little opportunity I find) and my passion for the stars began when I was way in elementary and always bugged my folks for ...
Cusangel Kids Backpack - Mechanical Dinosaur
Perfect for staying warm and cozy in this season whilst acing those quizzes and tests at school. I personally love the color of this sweater and how it can literally match with anything.
Marled Cotton Chunky Sweater
Joggers for an activity packed day of school. These joggers come in different colors such as black, prussian blue, heather gray and charcoal so you can go with whichever color your kid truly loves. Extremely comfortable and stylish, perfect for fun i...
Cotton jogger-style trousers - Kids | MANGO USA
I love the colors of the feathers, the overall color is calm and perfect for a back-to-school collection. This topwear looks very cute and what's more is that it can be styled with anything, be it joggers, trousers, a skirt or anything in between. Pe...
Three Feathers Graphic Tee
Don't you agree that this is perfect for the needed back-to-school wardrobe shimmer? There are two variations, being Baja Pink (first time hearing these two words together) and French Navy. Made of 98% cotton and 2% elastane. As the weather gets chil...
Polo Ralph Lauren Kids Short Sleeve Polo Dress (Little Kids)
Comfortable, warm, perfect for adventures in the sun and for walking through the school halls in tyle and confidence. The grey color of this jogger, just like the black one, matches with any topwear making it versatile and I see that as great plus.
Cotton jogger-style trousers - Kids | MANGO USA
Made of 100% polyester ensuring warmth, this tee is just the right choice when shopping for back-to-school topwear. It has a very cool design and can be styled with anything be it trousers, a pair of jeans or shorts.
The North Face Kids Short Sleeve Never Stop Tee (Little Kids/Big Kids)
Made of 98% cotton and 2% elastane. This straight-legged jeans is available in seven different colors such as French blue (this color right here), bottle green, dark brown and others. Perfect for an activity and fun filled day of school.
Jake Jeans in French Blue
For those special days of unmatched style, this dress set is a perfect choice! The top being made of 100% cotton and the jumper of 100% polyester makes this dress warm and comfortable, great for the chilly weather ahead. I especially love the color e...
Appaman Kids Mina Set (Toddler/Little Kids/Big Kids)
These leggings are the embodiment of adorable, especially the bunny designs on it's pale green color. What's even better is that it can be matched with anything that fits your kid's unique style. Perfect for a fun filled and educative school of schoo...
Jersey Leggings in Pale Green Bunny
Here are the adorable leggings in pink! Match with topwear your kid loves to ensure a fun filled day of school!
Jersey Leggings in Pink Bunny
As the temperature drops and winds get chilly, one thing to consider is getting warm and comfortable clothing for the kids. This long sleeved topwear is made up of 100% merino wool and one notable thing wool is known for is its warmth and coziness pe...
Smartwool Kids Mid 250 Crew (Little Kids/Big Kids)
College Accessories I Personally Love.
It's not a back to school collection without books, spiral binnded books especially. Along with Hilroy, these notebooks are my picks when it comes to jotting down notes.
Spiral Notebooks, Assorted Colors - Set of 12
I just adore this headphone! It has a really pretty color. Plus. not only does it guarantee functionality but fits into the different fashion styles you grace your campus with.
Beats Solo3 Wireless Headphones - Rose Gold
I love writing, whether it's about my story drafts, facts I just learnt or journalling about the ups and downs of my life. Thus I take extra care in choosing journals to keep all my explosive thoughts and imaginations. This journal is a 4 packed one ...
A5 Lined Spiral Notebook 4 Pack, 160 Pages
Here comes the ultimate stationary warrior *cheers intensify*introducing BIC! Okay that was corny, but BIC is truly a well-known name in almost all households when it comes to stationary, so I felt it deserved a grand entrance. These pencils are both...
BIC Xtra-Smooth Mechanical Pencil, 40-Count
After I developed an obsession for color coordinating my notes, I found studying for tests and exams a lot easier. By prioritizing some facts, notes and lessons, it helped me for easy identification and also helped me stay organized. Coming to colleg...
STABILO BOSS Pastel Highlighter Set of 6
We've all been there…moments where we're exhausted and need a break from all the stress college has to offer. Whether it's the noise you wish to zone out of or its the soothing music that resonates with you that you wish to listen to, these headphone...
Beats Studio Pro - Wireless Noise Cancelling
Perfect for helping me to organize my notes by subjects and colors. These Oxford spiral notebooks are functional and have 3 punch holes to help me neatly fix in a binder. Stay organized and at the top of your game this semester! From one tired colleg...
Oxford 6 Pack Spiral Notebook, College Ruled
I must admit it, I am a young adult, but I am still a Disney baby. Especially when it comes to Stitch themed accessories! I have a Stitched themed nightwear, pencil case, water bottle and wallpapers. These earbuds are not only one of the cutest thing...
Lilo and Stitch Bluetooth Earbuds w/Case
It's journalling season! As someone who loves to write, whether at work, at school or i the bus, I just love to write down what I'm thinking, feeling or experiencing in that exact moment. Thus, the right stationary is essential. Here's where Sharpie ...
Sharpie S-Gel Black Ink Gel Pens, 12 Count
In need of black, blue and red pens? I got you covered! I have a friend who unlike me that color coordinates with highlighters, prefers to make notes in different pen colors. If you relate with her then you're bound to love this 48-pen pack. It is co...
Zebra Z-Grip Retractable Ballpoint Pens, 48-Pack
Footwear to Keep Them on The Go!
Can't have a back-to-school collection without trainers! Perfect for all the energy filled activities kids indulge in. Pink is an adorable color and can be styled with so many cute outfits. A nice way to complete the whole back-to-school grand entran...
Hampton Sport Bolt Trainers in Pink
The ultimate back-to-school shoes have made a comeback giving the wearer a smart and cute look. There can't be a back-to-school list without this footwear honorable mention. Guarantees optimal comfort with soft heel pads and an adjustable single stra...
Hampton Classics Elsa School Shoes in Black Patent
Made of breathable leather and has a zipper on the side for easy fitting, these Burlington Chelsea style boots are both cute and elegant at the same time (hopefully you get exactly what I mean). If blue isn't your kid's color, there's a brown option ...
Hampton Classics Burlington Boots in Navy
The same trainers but in lilac this time for kids who adore this color and look absolutely perfect in them!
Hampton Sport Bolt Trainers in Navy/Lilac Sparkle
Handmade with 100% cotton and it's sole made up of 100% natural sole, making these canvas shoes 200% perfect! (laughs awkwardly at attempt to make you giggle with a corny catchphrase). These comfortable canvas shoes feature a double strap fastening e...
Hampton Canvas Portland Shoes in Navy
I think we can all agree that these shoes here are just adorable. Made of 100% cotton and the bottom of 100% natural rubber sole. I like the pick color with the white flowers but if you prefer them in a different color, don't fret cause there are over 8 styles you can choose from. Whichever one you go with: I am su...
Hampton Canvas Plum Print Plimsolls in Bright Pink Capel
Loafers to keep your kid's little feet on the go! This premium leather unisex footwear needs an honorary mention as well as its both comfortable and fits so well in the back-to-school necessities. They are comfortable, sleek and grace your angel with...
Hampton Classics Hugo Loafer in Black
This sandal is quite nice, don't you think? I love the touch of gold added to the design. I personally love this color but if another color is preferred, there are 8 more colors to explore to find the perfect one for your little angel. It also ensure...
Steve Madden Kids Mona (Little Kid/Big Kid)
Are you ready to give your kid an ultimate back-to-school wardrobe shimmer? You can start with these aqua sandals with rubber lining. Guarantees your kid feels snug and comfy whilst exploring new, exciting lessons and activities at school or for sunn...
Roxy Kids RG Totally Tubular (Little Kid/Big Kid)
I love the rhinestone floral design of these sandals. They are cute and add a glimmer to your kid's school outfit of the day. Adorable and comfortable, this footwear is a good choice for your kid's back-to-school wardrobe.
Steve Madden Kids Adalee (Little Kid/Big Kid)
The aqua colored rubber slippers, but this time in a pretty pink color!
Roxy Kids Totally Tubular