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1st Grader Back to School Essentials for the Busy Mom
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Time to get ready for back to school! Daniel starts first grade this year and I've compiled a list of all the essentials that any 1st grader will need to succeed!
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Apparel
 
Supplies
 
For the Teacher
 
Learning Aids
 
First Day Memorabilia

Apparel

 
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Super cute Minecraft crocs for the gamer.
Crocs Unisex-Child Classic Minecraft Clogs
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These are such adorable rain boots
Crocs Kids' Handle It Graphic Rain Pull-On Boot
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Back to school graphic tee from Children's Place
Boys Game Over School Graphic Tee - Blue
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School bus graphic tee from Children's Place
Boys Monster Truck School Bus Graphic Tee - Black
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Bruh (back to school) graphic tee from Children's Place
Boys We're Back Graphic Tee - Gray
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New school year graphic tee from Children's Place
Boys School Avatar Graphic Tee - Green
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Graphic tee from Children's Place
Boys Lunch Time Graphic Tee - Blue
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First day graphic tee from Children's Place
Boys First Day First Grade Graphic Tee - Black
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Genius level graphic tee from Children's Place
Boys Genius Level Graphic Tee - Blue
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Daniel loves these tennis shoes. He has them in 3 different colors.
White Nike Boys Little Kid Court Borough Low Recraft Sneaker | Rack Room Shoes
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School supplies pajama set from Carter's
Kid 2-Piece Back To School Print 100% Snug Fit Cotton Pajamas
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Supplies

 
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This is a great option for a large supply kit of school supplies.
Back to School Supply Box K-5 – 32 Pieces
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Adorable pencil and crayon holder
WCGXKO 1st Grade Teacher Survival Kit Bag
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Great little supplies starter kit
School Supply Basics Pack - Markers, Pencils, Crayons, Scissors, Glue, Erasers
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Seems like all the kids Daniel's age are obsessed with Minecraft and gaming.
Minecraft 5-Piece Set: 16" Backpack, Lunchbox, Utility Case, Rubber Keychain, and Carabiner
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This is the slightly smaller version of the 16oz Funtainer. There are several styles to chose from in both sizes.
THERMOS FUNTAINER 12oz Kids Water Bottle
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Simple Modern has some cute backpack, lunchbox, and cup designs to look at!
Simple Modern Medium Transformer Toddler Backpack
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Simple Modern is my second favorite cup style aside from the Thermos Funtainer.
Simple Modern Kids Summit 14oz Transformers Tumbler
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My top pick for water bottles or thermos's for boys. They are super durable and the straws are easy to replace.
THERMOS FUNTAINER 16oz Stainless Steel MINECRAFT
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To help label all of your child's things
Phomemo D30 Portable Bluetooth Label Printer
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For the Teacher

 
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Great little gift box for teachers gifts
HANZE Large Clear Apple Candy Toy Containers - 4 Pack
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A great teachers gift because what teacher doesn't go through a ton of post it's
Post-it Super Sticky Notes 24 Pads, 3x3, Bright Colors
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Such a cute teacher gift. And who doesn't need cups?!
MFGNEH Teacher Gifts 20oz Stainless Tumbler
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Cute hair clip for a teachers gift
OHOME Back to School Supplies & Hair Clips
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Learning Aids

 
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Daniel loves books and visual aids
How to Start First Grade (Step into Reading)
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Another great first day read.
The Night Before First Grade
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Great learning aid that's fun!
Math Multiplication Fidget Spinner Toy
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Great little fidget toys for learning
Math Multiplication Fidget Spinner Toy
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Great aid for helping your littlest learn to hold a pencil correctly
KOABBIT Pencil Gripper for Kids 2-4 Years (3 Pack)
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First Day Memorabilia

 
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I am all about photo keepsakes. We always do these the first day of school.
First Day of School Banner Flag, 1st Grade
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For all the memories 🥰
Melisheer Personalized First & Last Day Chalkboard
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A great first day of school read 📖
First Day Jitters (The Jitters Series)
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I was so excited to get this for Daniel. He loves Curious George
Curious George's First Day of School
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