Section 01
For the Classroom
01
First & Last Day Chalkboard Sign
Double-sided 11x14 sign that covers the first and last day of school. A crowd-pleaser for classroom photos and a tradition parents genuinely appreciate.
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Triangular Mechanical Pencils, 5-Count
The triangular barrel teaches proper grip without any nagging. Thicker 1.3mm lead means fewer breaks mid-test. A staple in early elementary classrooms.
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03
Dinosaur School Supplies Gift Kit, 46-Piece
A full washable kit covering pencils, crayons, scissors, and more — all with a dino theme that makes even reluctant students excited to open their bag.
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04
Dry Erase Markers, Assorted Colors, 36-Count
Fashion colors, chisel tip — these are the markers that actually last through a semester. The 36-count means you're not scrounging for dried-out caps by October.
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Permanent Markers Fine Tip, 12-Count
The black fine tip that lives in every classroom drawer. Good for labeling, art projects, and the things that need to stay labeled. Reliable as gravity.
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06
Disappearing Purple Glue Sticks, 60-Count
Purple when wet, clear when dry — kids actually know when they've covered the surface. Classroom pack means you're stocked for the whole year in one order.
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07
Motivational Message Stickers, 500 Labels
Eight designs, all positive. These go on papers, folders, and homework — small moments of recognition that kids actually notice and remember.
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08
Multi-Function Classroom Timers, 6-Pack
One per group, or one per station. These handle transitions, test countdowns, and center rotations without you watching the clock every 30 seconds.
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09
Student Dry Erase Lapboards, 6-Pack
Double-sided 9x12 boards with erasers included. Great for quick checks for understanding, math practice, or spelling games that don't waste paper.
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10
Electric Pencil Sharpener
Heavy-duty, stall-free motor and a high-capacity tray. The kind that doesn't make the whole class stop and stare when someone sharpens mid-lesson.
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Classroom Book & Binder Holders, Set of 6
Boho colors, durable plastic, six per set. These work as book displays, magazine holders, and file organizers — flexible enough for however your room is laid out.
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12
Colorful Name Tag Labels, 200-Pack
Colorful bordered labels at 3.5 x 2.25 inches — enough room to actually read a name from across a table. Covers the first week and every substitute teacher after.
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13
Rainbow Hall Pass Lanyards, 8-Set
PVC, unbreakable, boho rainbow design that matches the classroom aesthetic a lot of teachers are going for right now. One per destination — bathroom, library, nurse, office.
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14
Boho Classroom Welcome Banner
Canvas, 30x20 inches, neutral boho palette. "This Classroom Is Better With You In It" — the kind of thing that sets the tone without needing explanation on day one.
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15
Preschool Pencils & Bracelets Gift Set, 48-Pack
First-day-of-school gifts that work for the whole class. Kids love getting something on day one — it breaks the ice and gives them something to take home besides nerves.
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16
Mini Multicolor Pens, 24-Pack
Four colors in one pen, 24 of them. Perfect as classroom prizes, party favors, or reward box fillers. Kids actually want these, which is half the battle.
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17
Animal Puzzle Erasers Desk Pets, 70-Pack
3D mini erasers that double as desk pets — a classroom management trend that has genuinely worked for thousands of teachers. Functional and motivating at the same time.
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18
Bulk Backpacks with Stationery Sets, 24-Pack
17-inch backpacks bundled with stationery — designed for classroom donations and community giveaways. If your school collects supplies for students in need, this ships it all at once.
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For the Backpack
19
Personalized Kids Backpack
Custom name, choose the design — kids who picked their own backpack are significantly less likely to leave it at school. Works for boys and girls, elementary through middle.
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20
Wireless On-Ear Headphones, 50-Hour Battery
Up to 50 hours on a charge with quick charge support. Bluetooth with a microphone, so it works for school calls, study sessions, and the commute. A genuinely good value at this price.
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21
Kawaii Pencil Case with Zipper
Large capacity, aesthetic design — the kind that makes it into every "back to school haul" on social media. Sturdy zipper, fits colored pencils and pens without cramming.
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22
See-Through Tip Highlighters, 8-Count
The clear tip design lets you see exactly where you're highlighting, which sounds minor until you've ruined a sentence by going half a line too far. Assorted fluorescent colors.
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23
Comfort-Grip Scissors, 3-Count Pastel
Ambidextrous, soft grip, 8.5-inch — the set that covers both a lefty and a righty in the same household without any arguing. Three pastel colors so everyone gets their own.
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24
Scientific Calculator
The TI-30XIIS is approved for standardized tests including the SAT, ACT, and most state exams. If your school year involves any of those, this is the calculator to own now rather than scramble for later.
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25
Academic Year Planner 2026-2027
July 2026 through June 2027, 9x11 inches, with planning stickers included. Sized for a desk, not a pocket — because actually using a planner requires actually being able to read it.
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Animal Stickers, 100-Pack Waterproof Vinyl
Waterproof vinyl that holds up on water bottles, laptops, and folders without peeling after one wash. Kids use these to claim their stuff — a low-cost way to solve the "whose pencil case is this" problem permanently.
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27
Laptop Backpack with 15" Sleeve
Two compartments, dedicated laptop sleeve, the JanSport build quality that has made them a staple for decades. Fits middle school through college without looking like either.
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For Lunch
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Kids Bento Lunch Box Set with Bag & Utensils
Full kit: bento box, bag, jar, ice pack, and utensils in one order. For parents who want to stop buying lunch supplies piecemeal, this solves the whole problem at once.
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29
Insulated Water Bottle, 32 oz
The FreeSip spout works for both sipping and chugging — genuinely useful distinction when you're running between classes. Stainless steel, insulated, keeps cold all day.
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30
Protein Bars, 30-Count
Dark chocolate cocoa, 30 per box. The kind of snack that actually fits in a backpack side pocket and keeps hunger off until dinner without a sugar crash before last period.
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Kids Insulated Soft Lunch Box
Mini cooler style, soft-sided, easy to wipe clean. Works as a standalone lunch bag or fits inside most backpacks. The kind of thing you don't notice until it's missing.
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For Getting Organized
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Two-Pocket Folders, 24-Pack
Plastic, letter-size, 24 in the pack. Buying these once means you're covered for the whole year across every subject, plus replacements when one inevitably gets destroyed.
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Expanding File Organizer, 8 Pockets
Accordion-style, 8 pockets, a handle for carrying. For students drowning in loose papers, this is the system that actually gets used because there's no setup required — just put things in it.
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Black Zipper Binder Pouches, 150-Pack
Mesh window so you can see what's inside without opening. These punch into any three-ring binder and organize pens, cards, USB drives, and anything else that gets lost in a bag.
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Super Sticky Notes, 15 Pads Assorted Brights
2x the sticking power means these actually stay on textbooks and laptop screens instead of fluttering to the floor. 15 pads, assorted colors — the kind of bulk that lasts a full year.
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For the Desk at Home
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Pastel Mechanical Pencils, 24-Count
0.7mm lead, pastel barrels, 24 in the pack. These are what students actually use at home — smooth, no sharpening, and enough quantity that losing one is not an emergency.
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37
Gel Pens Black, Medium Point, 12-Count
0.7mm, smooth gel ink, doesn't smear. The pen that makes handwriting feel effortless, which matters when you have an essay due and your hand is already tired.
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38
Laminating Sheets, 400-Pack
5-mil, 9x11.5 inches, 400 sheets per box. Teachers and homeschool parents who laminate worksheets for reuse know this is the item that disappears fastest. Stock up once, use all year.
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Pink Mesh Desk Organizer, 3 Compartments
Metal mesh, three sections, sticky note holder built in. Keeps pens, scissors, and markers off the desk surface and in one place — the difference between a homework station and a pile.
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Fun Extras & Teen Upgrades
40 — Final pick
Back to School Stickers, 50-Pack Waterproof
Waterproof vinyl, works on laptops, water bottles, and notebooks. The kind of personal touch that makes school supplies feel like yours rather than just functional objects.
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Bonus
Mini Bluetooth Label Maker
Thermal, no ink needed, connects to your phone. Label your cords, cables, containers, shelves — the kind of organization that takes 10 minutes to set up and saves time every single day after.
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Bonus
Twistable Colored Pencils, 50-Count
No sharpening, twist up like lip balm. Crayola's 50-color set for kids who draw constantly — the twist mechanism means the tip lasts longer and doesn't snap mid-project.
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Bonus
Air Dry Clay, 30 Colors with Tools
30 colors, sculpting tools included, for ages 3-12. The no-bake format means creative projects actually get finished instead of waiting for oven access. Great for free periods and after-school time.
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Bonus
Portable Desk Fan, Rechargeable
5000mAh battery, 25 hours of use, quiet enough for a study session. For dorms and classrooms where the AC is either broken or set to freezing with no in-between.
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Bonus
Blue Light Blocking Glasses for Kids
TR90 unbreakable frames, UV400, for ages 2-18. For kids who spend significant time on screens for school — homework, reading, video calls. The anti-glare coating reduces eye fatigue in long sessions.
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Bonus
Reusable Smart Notebook
Write, scan, erase, repeat. The top-bound flip design is better for desk use than the standard spiral. Scan pages to Google Drive or Dropbox — notes that don't disappear when you lose the notebook.
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Bonus
Rattan Cable Management Box
Handmade rattan exterior with two open slots for cables. Hides power strips and tangled cords behind something that actually looks good on a desk. U.S. design-patented, 13 inches wide.
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Bonus
Portable Charger with Built-In Cables
10,000mAh, PD 20W fast charging, built-in USB-C and Lightning cables, AC wall plug. The one power bank that handles every device without carrying a separate cable. LED display shows exact battery percentage.
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Bonus
Pink Erasers Bulk, 36-Pack
36 classic pink erasers that actually erase cleanly without smearing. The bulk pack that fills the prize box, restocks the supply caddy, and still has extras by spring break.
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Bonus
Heavy-Duty Stapler with 1750 Staples
50-sheet capacity, metal construction, comes with 1750 staples and a remover. The stapler that doesn't jam on page 47 of a research paper. Worth buying once and forgetting about for years.
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