The Ultimate Back-to-School Supplies List for Every Age
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Purchasing new school supplies is a fun ritual for many kids and parents before the school year starts. Thereās nothing like a fresh box of crayons or a new backpack to drum up a little school spirit and excitement for whatās to come. To help you get organized, weāve compiled the ultimate back-to-school supplies list for every grade. We included a kindergarten supply list, elementary school supplies list, middle school supply list, and high school supply list.
Of course, every school sends out a specific checklist for your childās grade, so youāll want to consult that as wellābut these essentials are sure to be on it. Add these items to your cart to make sure your student has everything they need to start the school year off right. Then, once your school shopping is done, consider creating a cozy reading nook to make your childās nightly reading assignments more enjoyable.
Kindergarten School Supply List
Kindergarten is the start of your childās elementary school career, and itās an exciting time for them to learn new skills, such as writing their own names, learning the alphabet, reading sight words, and mastering basic addition and subtraction.
- Crayons
- Washable markers
- Glue sticks
- Pencils
- Erasers
- Blunt-tipped scissors
- Notebook
- Folders
- Backpack
- Lunch box
- Wipes
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Elementary School Supply List
Kids change and develop so much throughout their time in elementary school, but these supplies are on the essentials list every year (although, chances are, youāll need to buy new each year!).
- Crayons
- Colored pencils
- Washable markers
- Glue sticks
- Blunt-tipped scissors
- Pencils
- Erasers
- Pencil case
- Ruler
- Folders
- Notebooks
- Backpack
- Lunch box
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Middle School Supply List
Middle school is a time of social and emotional growth, as well as the start of greater independence. On top of all of that, children are learning algebra, environmental science, language artsāand developing a world view and core set of values.
- Planner
- Book covers
- Highlighters
- Notebooks
- Folders
- Erasers
- 3-ring binder
- Loose-leaf paper
- Calculator
- Crayons
- Colored Pencils
- Pens
- Pencils or mechanical pencils
- Pencil case
- Glue sticks or glue
- Ruler
- Graph paper
- Index cards
- Scissors
- Planner
- Locker lock
- Lunch box
- Backpack
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High School Supply List
High schoolers are tackling tough subjects such as chemistry, physics, advanced language artsā¦ And on top of all that, theyāre also preparing for college by adding extracurriculars to their schedules and taking entrance exams.
- Planner
- Book covers
- Index cards
- Highlighters
- Notebooks
- Folders
- Erasers
- 3-ring binder
- Loose-leaf paper
- Calculator
- Crayons or colored pencils
- Pens
- Pencils or mechanical pencils
- Pencil case
- Glue sticks or glue
- Ruler
- Protractor
- Graph paper
- Sticky notes
- Scissors
- Backpack
- Locker lock
- Locker organizers
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Heather Morgan Shott
Heather Morgan Shott is an award-winning consumer news reporter and lifestyle writer with over 20 years of experience. Previously, she was the Vice President of Content and Marketing for the $3.5B Better Homes & Gardens collection at Walmart. Prior to that role, she oversaw digital content strategy for Meredith Corporation's Home Group, which included Real Simple, Martha Stewart, Better Homes & Gardens, and Southern Living. Additionally, Shott was Editor-in-Chief of Evolve Media's parenting vertical and editorial director at XO Group (formerly The Knot). She has held staff editor positions at National Geographic Traveler, Parents.com, Brides.com, and Wine Spectator. She is currently pursuing her Master of Social Work at Hunter College in New York City to become a licensed clinical social worker specializing in perinatal mental health.
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