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BACK-TO-SCHOOL ESSENTIALS
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items With the start of a brand-new school year right around the corner, it's time to start your back-to-school shopping! Back-to-school shopping has always been the most exciting part of starting a new year for me. I love buying cute supplies and finding ...
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Pencil Pouches and Lunchboxes
Notebooks, Binders, and Folders
Planners
Pens, Pencils, and Highlighters
Scissors, Staplers, and Paper
Other
Pencil Pouches and Lunchboxes
Here are a few of my personal favorite pencil pouch and lunchbox finds! These are back-to-school essentials, whether you're in K-12, undergrad, grad, or anything in-between!
This is the pencil pouch I have! It's the perfect size- large enough to hold a wide variety of different supplies, yet small enough to easily fit in your backpack. Mine has also held up well over the last few years!
SUNEE Cute Blue Pencil Case, Large Zipper Pouch
Here is that same pouch in blue! It comes in so many different colors
SUNEE Cute Blue Pencil Case, Large Zipper Pouch
This pouch has eight compartments- perfect for those who love staying super organized
Sooez Large Pencil Case Pouch, 8 Compartments
This pencil case is definitely bulkier than the others, but it can hold SO many different supply essentials
SUNEE Large Pencil Case, 3 Compartments, Pink
Another practical, organized, and adorable pencil case! I love the simple pattern of this one along with the pop of fun pink
EASTHILL Big Capacity Pencil Case Pouch
This insulated lunch bag comes in a wide variety of different colors and patterns!
Bluboon Corduroy Insulated Lunch Tote Bag
This adorable lunch bag comes in SO many different designs/colors! Insulated lunch bags are must-haves.
Cotton Quilted Floral Insulated Lunch Bag
I also found this strawberry design on a backpack and pencil pouch, so if you're wanting to match all of your supplies, this design would be perfect for you!
LOVELYWIND Insulated Strawberry Lunch Bag
All of these lunch bags are super cute, but this one is definitely my favorite!!
Bluboon Corduroy Insulated Lunch Bag Green
I love how simple, classy, and professional this one is!
CAMTOP Insulated Lunch Box Cooler Bag
This lunch bag comes in various colors and is simple and classic, yet so cute!
DIRGEE Insulated Lunch Bag for Men & Women
Notebooks, Binders, and Folders
Keep yourself organized with these school supply essentials! I always find I do better in class when I have folders/binders/notebooks designated for each subject, that way I can easily find all of my work and know which assignments are due for which ...
Folders are back-to-school essentials! They're great for organizing and keeping track of readings, notes, assignments, etc. from each one of your classes
Sooez 6Pack Pastel Heavy Duty 2-Pocket Folders
I LOVEEEE these colors! These folders are not only cute and practical, but they are durable and will last you throughout the entire school year
HABGP 6 Pack Pastel File Folders with Pockets
These notebooks have amazing reviews! I haven't purchased these myself, but they seem to be a hit
SUNEE 5-Pack 1-Subject Spiral Notebooks, 8x10.5
I personally use these and love them! Buying a bulk set like this saves so much money.
SUNEE Spiral Notebooks 1-Subject, 4 Pack, 8x10.5, 70 Sheets, Pastel Colors
Binders are back-to-school staples! I've always used binders like these to help me stay organized.
4 Pack 2" Eco-Friendly 3 Ring Binders
I LOVEEE these notebooks! These notebooks are AMAZING and very high-quality. They're similar to five-star, but they will save you some extra money!
SUNEE 3-Pack 1-Subject Spiral Notebooks, 70 Sheets
Planners
From goal-setters to list-makers, these planners are perfect for keeping track of school, work, and everyday chaos. Whether you prefer minimal layouts or decorated pages, this list includes functional and aesthetic planners to help you stay on top of...
Weekly view pages of the 2025 weekly planner offer ample lined writing space for detailed planning; Notes section for more note-taking. The daily planner 2025 allowing you to keep track of your To-Do Lists every day of the week
Day Planner 2025-2026, Weekly & Monthly, Pink
This planner is my favorite! It's practical, useful, helps you stay organized, and it's SO stinkin' cute!
Planner 2025-2026 Academic Monthly Weekly A5
This super cute weekly planner includes 2025-2027 calendars, year schedule for academic year 2025-2026, holiday lists, contact pages, notes pages, important dates, and US time zone map.
SUNEE 2025-2026 Weekly & Monthly Planner
Plan your to do’s, monthly goals & tasks and write down all important dates so you never forget about deadlines or events; there is also plenty of space for personal notes & (motivational) reminders
Checkered 2025-2026 Monthly Planner & To Do List
Pens, Pencils, and Highlighters
Here are some of the best pens, pencils, and highlighters to keep in your pencil pouch! I've added personal favorites as well as some general bestsellers so you can find what works best for you!
A must-have for notes, readings, etc. Sharpie is, in my opinion, a very trust-worthy brand!
Sharpie S-Note Pastel Highlighters, 24 Ct
I've never personally tried these highlighters before, but I wanted to include them on this list because they're super popular and so many people have great things to say about them. I'm definitely going to give them a try!
Mr. Pen 8 Pack Pastel Highlighters Set
These pencils have always been my go-to!
Paper Mate Clearpoint 0.7mm Mechanical Pencils, 2 Pack
I LOVE these pens! I've purchased multiple packs of them within the last decade or so, and I've always loved how pretty the colors are, how smooth and smudge-free the writing is, and the long-lasting ink
Paper Mate Flair Felt Tip Pens, Medium, 24ct
I LOVEEE these pastel highlighters! I've never been super fond of neon highlighter colors, so this set is perfect for me
Sharpie Pocket Style Highlighters, Chisel Tip, 12 Count
Another personal favorite!
BIC Xtra-Smooth Pastel 0.7mm Mechanical Pencils, 24-Count
I've never used these so cannot comment on the actual quality of this set, but the pens themselves are SO cute!
Four Candies Rose Series Gel Pens, 0.5mm, 12 Set
Ticonderoga is the only brand to go with for your classic #2 pencils
Ticonderoga Pastel #2 Soft Pencils, 10ct
I SWEAR by these pens!! They are the BEST. They write well, they're smooth, they don't easily dry out, they have a great grip, and they're smudge-free. Perfect for lefties!
Pilot G2 Premium Gel Roller Pens 0.7 Black, 4 Pack
Here are some more personal pen favorites!
Paper Mate InkJoy Gel Pens, 14 Count, 0.7
I've yet to try out these pens, but they have great reviews and I've only ever heard positive things about them!
UIXJODO Gel Pens 5 Pcs 0.5mm Black Ink
Scissors, Staplers, and Paper
I'm just lumping a few random things in this section! Still essentials.
I add loose leaf paper in with my folders or binders as spare paper for notes, reminders, essays, etc. Target has a great brand that is made out of recycled paper, and that's usually my go-to.
Oxford Loose Leaf Paper, 500 Sheets, College Rule
I feel like I don't use scissors as much now that I'm older, but it's still always crucial to have a pair in case you ever need it!
Niutop 8" Heavy Duty All Purpose Scissors
This stapler is also available in black, white, blue, green, and purple!
Deli Pink Desktop Stapler, 25 Sheet Cap
Other
Here are some other supplies that are either optional or didn't fit into any of the other categories
I go through SO many index cards throughout the school year. They make studying so much easier for me. I still prefer to write my flashcards out by hand rather than use Quizlet, but Quizlet is a great resource as well!
300 PCS 3x5 Ruled White Index Cards
I love these colorful flashcards because they make it easier to study information in sections!
Index Cards 4x6 Ruled Flashcards 156 Pcs