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It may be the middle of July, but we’re already thinking of back-to-school season. After all, the end of summer is deceptively busy. So although the kids may still be sleeping in and lounging poolside all day long, there are doctors appointments to go to, after-school activities to sign up for, and of course, back-to-school shopping (so much shopping!) to do, as the first day of school approaches.
Between checking school-suggested supplies off your list and fielding kids’ requests for everything from new sneakers to a new tablet, to a new bike (unrelated to school, of course, but you can’t blame a kid for trying), it’s easy to forget a few things. From the most practical (backpacks, socks, lunch boxes) to the most novel (smart notebooks), to the things you didn’t bring to school but somehow kids today consider it a must-have (headphones, water bottles), we rounded up a few easy-to-forget things to buy before the school bell rings.
Important Back-to-School Supplies at a Glance
Summit Ridge Kids’ 17″ Backpack, $5
Stanley Quencher H2.0 FlowState 14-0unce, $20
JVC Memory Foam Earbuds, $10
Yoobure Mini Umbrella, $10
Rocketbook Core Reusable Smart Notebook, $20 (originally $34)
Your Zone Insulated Lunch Bag, $5
The best part? Many of these are on sale right now for Amazon Prime Day and their competing sales.With that said, check those out below.
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Backpack
Image Credit: Summit Ridge Laptops, tablets, and phones will stay dry in a water resistant backpack, no matter where your child’s after-school plans take them. Plus, at just $5, it makes for an affordable choice.
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Insulated Water Bottle
Image Credit: Stanley As you’ve probably heard, Stanley tumblers are what all the cool kids are bringing to school. Water will stay chilled all day in this insulated stainless-steel bottle that’s sweat-free, made without BPA or toxins, and available in a kid-friendly size and colors.
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Smart Notebook
Image Credit: Amazon An environmentally friendly alternative to pen and paper, this smart notebook allows handwritten notes to be wiped away with a damp cloth. Even better, all notes can be uploaded to popular cloud services like Google Drive, Evernote, Dropbox, and more.
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Binder Pencil Case
Image Credit: Yoobi With this a cute binder pencil case like this, students can fit all their pens, pencils, erasers, and other supplies without needing to carry a bulky case. Plus, since it’s inside their binder, they’ll never have to worry about forgetting it at home.
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A Mini Supply Kit
Image Credit: Yoobi Speaking of not forgetting things, this Mini Supply Kit from Yoobi has all the little essentials that can be easily forgotten. This kit comes with a mini pencil sharpener, a hole puncher, a stapler, a mini roll of tape, and a small pair of scissors. So cute and so practical!
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Everyday Sneakers
Image Credit: Converse As comfortable on gym day as they are with a casual dress, these pink Converse Chuck Taylors will brighten up the dreariest school mornings.
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Mini Umbrella
In the fall, you never know what the weather will bring. So, it’s always good to be prepared. This mini umbrella can be stored in your kid’s backpack without taking up too much room. Plus, there are tons of colors and patterns to choose from.
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Earbuds
Image Credit: JVC When it comes time for independent computer work, kids can skip the overused and potentially germy schools headphones if they have their own.
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Comfy Hoodie
Image Credit: Amazon While this fleece-lined hoodie will come in handy year-round, fall is prime sweatshirt time. It can pass just about any test a kid gives it — including being balled up in backpack for days.
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Non-Skid Socks
Perfect for the transition from outdoors to indoors, these versatile socks are made of high-quality cotton and have anti-slip grips on the bottom for all that inside running they were told not to do.
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Erasable Pens
Image Credit: Amazon When graduating from pencils to pens, an erasable ballpoint will ease the transition. The pens in this colorful pack have non-toxic, bleed-free ink that can be rubbed away with the eraser on the opposite end.
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A Utensil Set
Image Credit: Bentgo This adorable utensil set was made to be a lunchbox staple. It comes in a variety of designs, so you’re sure to find one your kid is obsessed with.
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Insulated and Leakproof Lunch Box
Image Credit: Walmart Lunch can stay cold or warm for hours in this durable lunch box that also features sturdy zippers for security, and side mesh pockets for drinks. It’s also super spacious and features a classic design that never goes old. At just $5, it’s a really great deal.
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