Back-to-School Picks to Start the Year Right

School starts in just a few weeks and it’s hard to believe how quickly the summer has flown by. My oldest starts kindergarten this year, so we’re already deep in the excitement of gathering all the things he’ll need for the classroom and grabbed most things on the supply list from Walmart over the weekend. But, for the items that are tough to find in-store, Amazon offers a treasure trove of selections. Whether this is your child’s first or tenth time back to school, this list will help cover all the basics!

If you only buy five things

• Wildkin 15-inch Backpack – $34.99 – Editor’s Pick
• Simple Modern Water Bottle with Straw and Handle – $24.99$18.74
• MELU Personalized Name Labels – $8.99
• Five Star Flex Refillable Notebook – $14.99$10.99
• JLab JBuddies Wired On-Ear Headphones – $19.99$12.88

Wildkin 15-inch Backpack

A good backpack is a necessity! This backpack fits everything your child might need throughout the school day and comes in a variety of fun patterns (if your child is like mine and is really into space right now, the one linked above is the one to grab). This is a durable pick that will last multiple school years, and comes in a larger size for when your child’s ready to move up.

Simple Modern Water Bottle with Straw and Handle

Slim enough to fit in a backpack pocket and available in a host of colors, this water bottle is a great back-to-school pick. It’s easy to clean and holds 24 ounces of water to help your child stay hydrated throughout the school day.

MELU Personalized Name Labels

If your kids are anything like mine, the ability to keep track of their stuff is still being learned. These name labels make it easy!

Five Star Flex Refillable Notebook

Keep track of homework and notes with this notebook. Its durable front will help protect any homework pages, and the ability to add more notebook paper so your child can keep up with class notes means it’s a great option for note-taking.

JLab JBuddies Wired On-Ear Headphones

Wired headphones are most likely on your child’s school supply list, and these are a great pick. They come in a variety of fun colors and are volume-limited to protect your child’s hearing.

A few more worth grabbing now

Skechers Boys Dynamatic Sneakers

These lightweight sneakers hold up really well to daily wear and have the perfect amount of grip for running on the playground. Make sure to double-check sizing. This pair is a great option for girls.

shell and turtle Lunch Container

This four-compartment lunch box comes with silicone liners and a spoon and fork. It’s made of BPA-free plastic with a silicone-lined lid to prevent leaking. Slip into an insulated lunch bag with some ice packs so that everything stays cold until lunch time.

IRIS USA 6-Quart Stacking Storage Organizer Drawers

These storage drawers are great for storing extra school supplies or crafting materials throughout the house. They stack easily in any arrangement that works for your setup, making them a nice option for a homework table or even your home office.