Use this helpful Back to School checklist and the 8 must-have items that should be on your list this year. Basics supplies & items for all ages to help start the school year off on a fresh start.
Do you have your back-to-school checklist ready? If you are a parent of kids aged 6 to 21, chances are you are getting prepared for another school year to begin.
There’s so much to do this time of year that it helps to plan ahead and get organized, especially before doing any back-to-school shopping. There are a number of items that you’ll want to make sure you have ahead of time.
Are you making sure your child is ready to go back to school? Here are the top items for a successful year ahead.
We also have a FREE Back to School Supply Checklist printable below to help with shopping!
Here’s a back to school checklist:
- Backpack: Your child will need something to carry everything in! Allowing your kid to choose a backpack that they like will help make the process go a lot smoother.
2. Notebooks: Your child will need to have notebooks and/or journals for school. (They are on sale at Target right now!)
3. Pencils, erasers, and pens: All children need No. 2 pencils to take to school with them. They will also need erasers. Older children may also be allowed to take pen
4. Art supplies: Children in elementary school will generally need
5. Lunchbox: If you plan to pack your child’s lunch, a lunchbox is essential. You might also usebrown paper bag, but a lunchbox that can be used over and over again will save you money.
Back to School checklist for parents
6. Coffee Tumbler: This Yeti or Corksicle is perfect for taking morning coffee or tea to the bus stop or in the drop-off car line. Keeps your favorite morning beverage hot to the last sip!
7. Calendar or Planner: It’s important to keep everyone’s schedule organized and a journal or calendar is perfect for this task. So many options are available, such as magnetic/tape white boards (Which are great for college dorm doors!), wall or pocket calendars, and planners. Don’t forget pens or colored markers!
8. Universal Chargers for phones or tablets are a must-have for back-to-school!
These are just some of the items you’ll want to include on your child’s and your own back-to-school checklist!
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