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Rule the School With These Supplies to Help Your Kids Stay on Track
Fresh pens and newly sharpened pencils are important for starting the school year off right, but what you really need is some fun to the new year. We found these super cool school supplies online that your kids will be thrilled to have.
ban.do Paradiso Mobile Charger
This fun mobile charger is a fashionable solution for getting you through the day.
Karma Gifts Llama Zip ID Case
If your school requires IDs for getting lunch, checking out books and otherwise, you need a case that can be easily accessed and attached to your bag. This llama case is too cute and dependable. Hook it on an inside latch or from the zipper.
LilGadgets Connect+ Pro Children's Premium Wired Headphones
These come highly recommended from elementary school teachers. They can connect to other headphones without the need for a splitter, are a good size for youth and have a max volume of 93 decibels.
Skullcandy Smokin' Buds 2 Wireless In-Ear Headphones
For teenagers, check out Skull Candy’s Ear Buds for wireless, clear sound at a great price.
Totes Signature Auto-Open Compact Umbrella with NeverWet®
This fancy Totes umbrella has a special coating to keep the surface drier, so you won’t have to worry about bringing them inside the classroom after being caught out in the rain.
STATE Kane Backpack
STATE makes Kane backpacks like this one that are as stylish as purses. If you’re going for a more athletic look, the Under Armour Undeniable backpack is great for the after-school sports transition, and it has a convenient zip top access for stashing your phone. Add a Grab and Go Wet/Dry bag for those used gym clothes (just make sure you find it before it sits for too long).
Master Lock Company Speed Dial Set-Your-Own Combination Lock
Master Lock Speed Dial means you don’t have to remember a series of random numbers. It’s easier to remember for your elementary age kids, whether securing a PE locker or bike chain.
Sequin Notebook
The reversible sequin obsession continues (we won’t tell if you buy some for yourself) with these assorted notebooks.
Crayola® Silly Scents™ Washable Chisel Tip Markers
Silly Scents Washable Markers are my new favorite markers. Teenagers can have scented markers, too, with Smelly Jellies highlighters.
Yoobi™ Mini Office Supply Kit
While high schoolers don’t have the big elementary school tackle box for daily art projects, a stapler and scissors come in handy. Pack teenagers a Mini Office Supply Kit.
If you’ve still got some items on your list and are wondering where to buy cheap school supplies in one place, I recommend Walmart and Office Depot Office Max online stores, where you can also get Cash Back on every purchase when you shop with Ebates.
Mariko is a high school English teacher who has three children, illegible handwriting and an obsession with mail-order artisan ice cream. She lives in Hawaii, but she makes a point to eat her way through big cities as often as she can.
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