I’m a visual person, and when it comes to getting ready for back-to-school season, I love seeing everything laid out in one place. Whether it’s that first day of kindergarten or prepping a dorm room for college move-in, I pulled together 21 practical...
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K-8 Grades
High School
College
K-8 Grades
K–8 school life can be a whirlwind, so I pulled together some of my favorite finds to help make it smoother (and a little more fun). From school supplies to clever organization tools, these picks are tried, tested, and kid-approved in my world.
Leak-proof for kids, teenagers and traveling adults, its perfect for anyone
Leakproof Bento Box
Personalized, waterproof stickers to keep things from getting lost.
Create Custom Back to School Name Labels ✏️ Easy DIY Guide
Perfect for helping younger kids with handwriting.
Printable & reusable for parents of young kids. #11025
My First Day of School Sign Board 14x11
A visual planner you can download for free.
Make your own 2025, 2026, or 2027 printable calendar PDF.
Good Housekeeping has captured the ultimate school supplies list by grade
Back-to-school supplies list for K, 1st, and 2nd grade
Fun, printable motivation for daily encouragement.
Motivational locker room quotes
Lightweight, spill-proof.
ThermoProof Double-Walled Vacuum Insulated Stainless Steel Water Bottle - Wide Mouth Canteen, Spout & Straw Lids, Dishwasher Safe, Reusable, Leakproof, Hot & Cold for Men & Women - 32oz Fresh Mint - Walmart.com
Essential list with non-obvious items students forget.
College Dorm Packing Checklist for First-Year Students – BigFuture
Quick read to help parents have a stress free back to school season
Back To School Tips For Parents
I love a clear backpack for kids, you can see everything at a glance and never miss assignments or things parents need from school
KOITHOT Large Clear Backpack Heavy Duty and Crossbody Bag Stadium Approved Waterproof PVC Backpacks for Adults School College
When math goes to the next level tools are needed
6 PCS Clear Geometry Ruler Set for School
Can never get enough pencils
Ticonderoga Wood-Cased Pencils, 2 HB, 24 Ct
This is the perfect bento box bag and it has a mug holder #4925
Bentgo Kids Insulated Lunch Tote - Puppy
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High School
High school is a whole new level bigger backpacks, more independence, and way more to keep up with. I’ve rounded up smart, stylish, and helpful finds that make teen life a little easier (and a lot cooler) for everything from class to campus life.
Ergonomic and perfect for young and older kids who carry a lot.
GOTECH Waterproof Rolling Backpack, Fits 17" Laptop
This is so cool, a dry-erase notebook perfect for note-taking and reusing.
Core Smart Spiral Reusable Notebook Lined 32 Pages 8.5"x11" Black - Rocketbook: Digital College Ruled Work Planner
I remember this being so helfpul for algebra and calculus. This is required for high school and freshman college years.
Texas Instruments TI-84 Plus Graphing Calculator
Includes mirror, shelf, magnets and sharpie holder
Svartur Black Locker Organizer Kit, 7-Piece
This notebook and organizer will keep any student on top of their assignments
5 Subject Spiral Notebook with Removable Dividers Tabs Hardcover Notebook Journal for Women Men,Perfect for Academic Supplies,College Ruled,300 Pages
For the massive amount of note taking in high school to be a scalar
Crayola Take Note Erasable Highlighters 6ct
Binders come in handy to hold notes and notebooks
Yoobi 1.5 Inch 3-Ring Binders, 4-Pack
Loose leaf paper is always needed
Five Star Loose Leaf Paper + Study App, College Ruled, 80 Sheets
This is just a classic school or office tool that comes in clutch when needed
Bostitch 3 Hole Punch, 12 Sheet, Metal
College
College life is a whole vibe between dorm living, 8 a.m. classes, late-night study sessions (or snacks), and trying to stay organized, you need stuff that works with your lifestyle. I pulled together practical, affordable, and fun items that’ll make ...
These are great headphones. Great for middle schoolers and college students in shared spaces.
Soundcore Q20i ANC Wireless Over-Ear Headphones
Great ambient study vibes and productivity inspiration. Super calming to stay focused per for high school and college students
4-HOUR STUDY WITH ME 🌇 / Sunset Meditation Calm Piano / Pomodoro 50-10
Compact and college-approved for early mornings and late nights
Keurig K-Iced Essentials Iced and Hot Single-Serve K-Cup Pod Coffee Maker, Gray - Walmart.com
This backpack is the real deal its so sturdy, has multiple pockets its great for school or travel #11025
Z-MGKISS 50L Travel Laptop Backpack Black
This bundle has everything you need to navigate a new school schedule
RHUIOKJLDF 45PCS Morandi School Supplies Set
Flash drives are perfect to keep important assignments and note on for a packed class schedule #1925
SANKESU 1TB USB 3.0 Thumb Drive 120MB/s
Flash cards are always needed for college or any big exam. I love the ring for these #1326
250 Colored 3x5 Index Cards with Key Ring
This printer is so compact and you don't need ink. You can have it on the go. #161025
POLONO D810 Inkless Bluetooth Thermal Printer
This makes it easy to do homework if you are working in multiple programs #31825
AOKER 14" FHD IPS Dual Portable Monitor
This is perfect for comfort, cooling and bedbugs #21025
BEDLORE Waterproof Mattress Protector, CA King
I love this cup, it keeps everything cold and its not heavy #1925
