Back To School Guide: Must-Have Supplies and Educational Websites

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As the new school year approaches, it's time to get prepared with the essential supplies that will set students up for success. From stylish backpacks to high-quality stationery and clothes, this blog post has curated a list of must-have items & retailers to ensure a smooth and productive academic journey. Below, you'll find links to some fantastic back-to-school shopping options that cater to different needs and preferences. Let's dive in and make this year the best one yet!

Trendy Backpacks and Bags:

Herschel Supply Co. Unisex Backpack- A durable and stylish backpack that offers ample space and ergonomic design.

Kenneth Cole leather messenger bag- A sleek messenger bag perfect for students who prefer a more streamlined look.

Notebooks and Organizers:

Five Star 6 pack Notebooks - High-quality notebooks with various colour options for different subjects.

Planner - Colourful and practical organizers to keep notes, assignments, and schedules in order.

Writing Essentials:

BIC X-Smooth mechanical pencils (40 pk)- A set of smooth-writing mechanical pencils that are perfect for long study sessions.

BIC Glide Bold Retractable Ball Point Pen (15 pk) - Great everyday pen for use at home, school, or the office

Sharpie chisel tip highlighters (12 pk)- Use these Pastel Colour highlighters to emphasize important information in textbooks and notes.

Tech Tools for Success:

Texas Instruments Scientific Calculator - A reliable scientific calculator for math and science classes.

Lexar 64GB Flash Drive - USB flash drive that ensures easy data transfer and backup.

Creativity and Art Supplies:

Crayola Supertips (100 pk) - An assortment of coloured markers

Graphite sketching pencil set - for art enthusiasts. (my son has this set!)

Coloured Pencils (72 pc) - Intensely pigmented, rich, creamy colours for smooth coverage and effortless layering, blending.

Lego Canada - Choose your next Lego creation.

Lunchtime Favorites:

Lunch bag (many colour options) - Insulated lunch bags to keep meals fresh and delicious until lunchtime.

Koodee Stainless Steel water bottle (16oz) - Leak-proof water bottles to stay hydrated throughout the school day.

Bentgo Kids Chill Lunchbox (many colour options) - Leak-Proof Bento Box with Removable Ice Pack & 4 Compartments for On-the-Go Meals.

Clothing:

Roots Canada has some great sales on back to school active wear

Macy's Canada: 20% off when you use this link and Code: SALE (Also--40-60% Off Women's Casual Dresses + Extra 15% Off w/ code: SHOP)

PatPat Back to School in Style sale: shop here

Lolë elevates your active wardrobe with chic and eco-friendly clothing designed to inspire your everyday adventures. Use this link to shop!! (great for college students and all adults looking for active wear).

Ever New is a great site for women: take an additional 25% off at with checkout Code: TAA25

Champion clothing offers long lasting and stylish clothing for the whole family.

For the students heading off to college, or anyone looking for a fresh change, Canadian Down & Feather Company offers affordable down bedding and pillows. (I know, I know, it's not clothing but I had to throw this in!)

With the right supplies and clothing in hand, students & teachers can approach the new school year with confidence and excitement. Whether it's staying organized with notebooks and planners or expressing creativity with art supplies, this back-to-school shopping guide has covered it all. Remember to check out the provided links to get the best deals and start the year off on the right foot.

Happy back-to-school shopping!

Educational Websites:

The following websites can complement traditional learning and provide useful resources for students seeking additional knowledge and skills.

Teach Your Monster To Read (https://www.teachyourmonster.org): Helps children improve their reading skills through interactive and fun activities. (This is my daughter's favourite website!)

Khan Academy (https://www.khanacademy.org/): Offers free video lessons and exercises on a wide range of subjects, from math and science to humanities and test preparation.

Duolingo (https://www.duolingo.com/): A popular language-learning platform that offers fun and interactive lessons for learning different languages. (My son has fun with this and has taught himself some German and French)

National Geographic Kids (https://kids.nationalgeographic.com/): A great resource for young learners interested in science, nature, and geography.

NASA's Website for Students (https://www.nasa.gov/audience/forstudents/index.html): Offers educational content related to space exploration and scientific discoveries.

Codecademy (https://www.codecademy.com/): Teaches coding skills through interactive lessons for various programming languages.

TED-Ed (https://ed.ted.com/): Provides engaging and educational videos on a wide range of topics, suitable for all ages.

Smithsonian Learning Lab (https://learninglab.si.edu/): Offers resources from the Smithsonian Institution's collections for history, science, and art education.

Cool Math (https://www.coolmath.com/): Provides math lessons, games, and puzzles for students of all ages. My 12 year old son says, "there are a ton of fun games that are for everyone...most people I know love it, and so do I!"

Exploratorium (https://www.exploratorium.edu/): Offers interactive exhibits and educational resources on science, art, and human perception.

Happy learning!

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