Though every school, teacher, and grade level require different bits and pieces for class, there are a few items that no student can do without. Whether your child is on their way to the first day of first grade or headed for their last year before high school, back-to-school shopping is essential for every parent and kid. Although it’s easy to get overwhelmed by the amount of things stores advertise, here are some essential tools your child can use to ensure they are prepared when class starts:
- Book Bag – to ensure they have everything they need, all the time.
- Lunch Box – for every child’s favorite part of the school day.
- Notebooks – because taking notes is important!
- Loose Leaf Paper – to turn in their work with clean edges.
- Three Ring Binder – for learning to keep records of their work.
- Folders – to protect their homework.
- Flashcards – for what’s sure to be long nights of studying.
- Pencil case with Pens and Pencils – for obvious reasons!
- Stapler – to help keep things together!
- Tape – because accidents happen, and paper is only paper.
- Highlighter – to help remember the important parts.
Remember, everyone has different needs once the school year gets started, and every teacher has different things they want their students to bring to class. So, start with the basics and work up from there! The more you buy initially, the more likely it is to sit around in the closet all year. Determine what you need, like the items above, and then focus on the individual class needs.
