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Your kids are going to want to head back to school in style—from pencil bags and erasers to clipboards and notebooks. We’ve rounded up the coolest school supplies out there! Here’s a list of school day essentials your kids will actually love.
1. Fruit Slice Pencil Bag
Pencil bags are a must-have for all ages! Get this Fruit Slice Pencil Bag for just $6.95 (plus the cost of shipping). It’s perfect for carrying all of your accessories and school supplies.
For an extra $6, you can choose to have your bag filled with 5 surprise items. These items may include pens, washi tape rolls, stickers, sticky notes, a notebook, ruler, and/or other stationery items.
2. Scratch Off Lunchbox Notes
Leave a meaningful note in your little one’s lunch box! Get a 20-pack of Scratch-Off Lunchbox Notes for just $15 (plus the cost of shipping).
These are so neat! All you have to do is write your own note in the designated area and cover it with the scratch off sticker provided.
3. Macaron Eraser Set
Get the adorable Macaron Eraser Set for just $6.25! This set comes with 5 erasers in yellow, blue, green, pink, and brown. The best part? These erasers can be taken apart and put back together so you can mix and match the erasers (I know my kids will enjoy this)!
Shipping is free on orders of $50 or more.
4. Oops Eraser
Head over to Target and get the Oops Eraser for just $1.99! The oversized eraser is classic pink with a touch of hand-lettering to make it fun and playful. Please note it’s available for a limited time only.
Have a Target REDcard? Save an additional 5% and get free shipping. Otherwise, shipping is free on all orders of $25 or more.
5. Wordlock 5-Dial Padlock
Every kid needs a padlock, so why not give them one they’ll enjoy?! Get the Wordlock 5-dial Padlock for $11.02 on Amazon. This padlock allows you to set and change your own combination from thousands of possible word and letter combinations.
Shipping is free with Amazon Prime or on orders of $49 or more.
Please note that Amazon’s prices tend to fluctuate depending on demand of the product.
6. Harry Potter Planner Dividers
Shopping for a little Harry Potter fan?! Head over to Etsy where you can get this 4-pack of Harry Potter dividers for $8.53 (plus the cost of shipping).
This set is laminated, pre-punched, and fits all A5 binders.
7. Draw It Yourself Calculator 
This is by far one of my favorites from this list! Get the Draw It Yourself Calculator for $5.95, plus free shipping!
You’re to start with a blank canvas, and then design and personalize your own calculator however you want!
8. Kawaii Cat Ruler
These are puur-fect! This Kawaii Cat Wooden Ruler is available in four different colors. Purchase it today and pay just $3.95, plus the cost of shipping (which varies by location).
Want all four?! You can actually purchase the 4-pack for $12.95, which saves you $2.85.
9. Inspirational Clipboard
Everyone needs a little inspiration! This inspirational clipboard can be purchased for $18 (plus the cost of shipping).
10. Personalized Pencils
Nothing like starting the year off with confidence! Choose from a single pencil ($2) to a set of 12 pencils ($20) and from three phrases (“Like a Boss,” “You Got This,” or “Boss Lady”) or a mix of all three.
Note: You’ll have to cover shipping, which varies depending on location.
11. Emoji Clip Bookmark
Does your kid love emojis? They’ll stay organized with the help of this embroidered yellow vinyl planner clip. Don’t love the yellow? You can send a message requesting a different color. And if you spend $25, use code FREESHIPPING25 to get free shipping.
Do you want all four emoji clips?! You also have the option of purchasing the 4-pack for $24.95, which saves you $11.02.
12. Never Never Never Give Up Notebook
A constant reminder to never give up! Get the “Never Never Never Give Up” notebook for $9 (plus the cost of shipping) on Etsy. Available in your choice of 8 colors.
This notebook features a front and back cover and full color, waterproof laminate. It also includes 75 sheets of college ruled paper with a clear, acrylic spiral binding.
13. Zipper Pouch Pencil Bag
This pouch is perfect for pencils, scissors, and glue! It features two sturdy metal grommet rings, measuring approximately 10.5″ x 7.5″ and fits in all A4 binders. Get this pouch for $22.96, plus shipping (which varies by location).
14. Name Decal
Do your kids misplace their items?! This name decal may be the solution. Decals are made with high-quality vinyl and measure approximately 1.3″ tall. Purchase today for $3, plus shipping (which varies by location).
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15. Custom Binder Decals
Another great idea for decorating notebooks, portfolios, lockers, lunch boxes, and more! Order today and get it for $2.25, plus the cost of shipping (which varies depending on location).
This custom decal can be ordered in your choice of font and color, with no character limit. It’s made out of outdoor vinyl and comes with transfer tape and instructions.
16. Binder Pencil Cases
How adorable are these?! If you love to embroider, you’re going to want to check this out. For $13 (plus the cost of shipping), you can get three fun monster binder case designs.
This pack includes three sizes: the 6×10 & 5×7 cases attach in a binder (the large case is perfect for holding pencils), and the 4X4 case is super cute for lunch money.
17. Carpe Diem Binder Dividers
Order this 6-pack of Binder Dividers for just $6.75 (plus the cost of shipping). Each folder is double sided and features foil accents. Designed to fit all a5 binders.
Please note that this is a preorder item, and all items will be shipping in August.
18. S’well Water Bottle
This is seriously the coolest! Head over to Target and get the S’well Water Bottle for $24.99. Available in your choice of 19 colors/patterns.
Each 15oz bottle is made from BPA-free double-walled stainless steel and is designed to keep beverages cold and hot longer than your average bottle.
Have a Target REDcard? Save an additional 5% and get free shipping. Otherwise, shipping is free on all orders of $25 or more.
19. Fox Tin Pencil Box
Your little ones are going to love these! Order one or all of these Fox Tin Pencil Boxes and pay just $6.95 each (plus the cost of shipping).
These tins feature a flip-top, see-through lid, with face features painted on the lid top. These are made to hold everything from your pencils and pens to hair clips and erasers.
20. Colored Smencils
Order these Colored Smencils today, and for $13.99 you’ll get 10 colored pencils (all different scents) that are made from 100% recycled newspapers.
Shipping is free with Amazon Prime or on orders of $49 or more.
Please note that Amazon’s prices tend to fluctuate depending on the demand of the product.
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21. Red Monster 3-Ring Binder
Head over to Zazzle.com and get the Red Monster 3-Ring Binder for $22.50. Even better–if you don’t love this design, you can completely customize this binder for free.
Sign up today for a free 30-day trial of Zazzle’s Black Membership and get free shipping on all orders during that time. If you wish to continue your membership, you’ll be charged $9.95/year.
Keep your eye out for promo codes (listed on their homepage). We’ve seen anywhere from 10-25% off.
22. Yoobi Binder Clips
A must-have for your little ones! Get this 6-pack of Yoobi Funny-Faced Binder Clips for just $2.99 at Target. Plus, for every Yoobi item you purchase, a Yoobi item will be donated to a classroom in need–how cool is that?!
Have a Target REDcard? Save an additional 5% and get free shipping. Otherwise, shipping is free on all orders of $25 or more.
23. Personalized U.S. Coast Guard Lunch Box
Get this Coast Guard Personalized Lunch Box for $30 (plus shipping). Each lunch box features a chalkboard lining inside so you can leave special notes for your little one!
You can choose between seven font options, and you can also request to receive a proof so you can approve it before your item ships.
24. Hand Stamped Word Bubble Lunch Box Notes
How fun are these? Order a set of 10 Hand Stamped Lunch Box Notes for $4 (plus shipping). Each card measures 2.5″ x 3/75″ and are blank on the back, so you can leave a message.
Colors may vary. Your order will contain two each of the five designs.
25. Unicorn Eraser
Does your little one love to collect? Buy one or all of these Unicorn Erasers so your kid can trade them with friends. For just $1.50 each, that’s a steal!
Use as a regular eraser, or use it as a pencil topper eraser. These erasers are made to perfectly fit your pencils. Shipping is free on orders of $50 or more.
AND/OR these from Target:
How fun are these?! Get this 6-pk of Yoobi 3D Animal and Food Erasers for just $2.99. It also includes a clear carrying case complete with a hook, so your kids can attach it to their backpack or pencil case.
As mentioned above, for every Yoobi item you purchase, a Yoobi item will be donated to a classroom in need, right here in the U.S.
Have a Target REDcard? Save an additional 5% and get free shipping. Otherwise, shipping is free on all orders of $25 or more.
26. Tropical Art Pencil Case
This handmade Shark Pencil Case is perfect for your little ones who love the underwater world. Purchase today for $44, plus the cost of shipping.
This case is made with 100% cotton fabric and measures about 13″ long x 10″ wide x 7″ high.
27. Retro Personalized Lunch Box
Last, but not least, order this Retro Personalized Lunch Box for $35 (plus the cost of shipping). Available in your choice of blue, purple, red, or pink.
These lunch boxes are easy to open and also feature a chalkboard on the inside so you can leave messages for your kiddos each day.
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