Top 100 Back-to-School Picks

JanSport SuperBreak Backpack

The perennial best-seller — durable, roomy, and inexpensive.

Backpacks

L.L.Bean Original Book Pack

Nearly indestructible, lifetime guarantee, ideal K–8.

Backpacks

Herschel Little America Backpack

Style-forward pack that fits a 15" laptop.

Backpacks

Fjallraven Kanken Classic

Iconic square pack, popular with tweens and teens.

Backpacks

Ticonderoga #2 Pencils, 96-Pack

The pencil teachers request by name — smooth, easy to sharpen.

Pens, Pencils & Markers

Papermate InkJoy Gel Pens

Smooth, fast-dry gel pens in a rainbow of colors.

Pens, Pencils & Markers

Sharpie Fine-Point Markers, 24-Pack

Assorted-color permanent markers for projects and labeling.

Pens, Pencils & Markers

BIC Brite Liner Highlighters

Chisel-tip highlighters that won't bleed through notes.

Pens, Pencils & Markers

Crayola Crayons, 24-Count

The classic 24-pack every elementary supply list requires.

Art Supplies

Crayola Washable Markers, Broad Line

Bold color, washable formula — parent-approved.

Art Supplies

Prang Watercolor Pan Set

Teacher favorite watercolors with a bonus brush.

Art Supplies

Elmer's Washable School Glue

The white glue every K–3 project relies on.

Scissors, Glue & Tape

Elmer's Glue Sticks, 30-Pack

Bulk pack for the whole classroom.

Scissors, Glue & Tape

Fiskars Blunt-Tip Kids Scissors

Safe, sharp, and endorsed by teachers.

Scissors, Glue & Tape

Scotch Magic Tape 12-Roll Pack

Matte-finish tape that writes over cleanly.

Scissors, Glue & Tape

Mead Composition Notebooks, 6-Pack

College-ruled composition books, the K–12 workhorse.

Notebooks & Paper

Five Star Spiral Notebooks, 5-Subject

Tear-resistant, water-resistant covers for middle and high school.

Notebooks & Paper

Loose-Leaf Filler Paper, 500 Sheets

Bulk college-ruled paper for binders.

Notebooks & Paper

Oxford Index Cards, 1,000-Count

For flashcards, presentations, and study stacks.

Notebooks & Paper

Avery Heavy-Duty View Binder 1.5"

The tank of school binders — rings stay aligned all year.

Binders & Folders

Two-Pocket Folders, 25-Pack Assorted

Color-coded folders for every subject.

Binders & Folders

Avery Insertable Dividers, 8-Tab

Reusable, print-ready dividers for organized binders.

Binders & Folders

Texas Instruments TI-84 Plus CE

Required for most high-school math, ACT, and SAT.

Calculators

Casio fx-115ES PLUS Scientific

Reliable scientific for algebra through college calculus.

Calculators

Casio Basic Solar Calculator

Simple 4-function calculator for elementary math.

Calculators

Bentgo Kids Bento Lunch Box

Leak-proof compartments, dishwasher-safe insert.

Lunch Boxes & Bottles

PackIt Freezable Lunch Bag

Freeze the whole bag — keeps food cold for hours.

Lunch Boxes & Bottles

Thermos FUNtainer 12oz Kids Bottle

Insulated straw bottle for cold drinks all day.

Lunch Boxes & Bottles

Hydro Flask 21oz Water Bottle

The teen and college go-to insulated bottle.

Lunch Boxes & Bottles

Owala FreeSip Water Bottle 24oz

Straw + spout in one lid, huge on TikTok.

Lunch Boxes & Bottles

AmazonBasics On-Ear Kids Headphones

Volume-limited to protect young ears.

Headphones & Earbuds

JLab JBuds Kids Wireless Earbuds

Volume-safe wireless earbuds for tweens.

Headphones & Earbuds

Sony WH-CH520 Wireless Headphones

Long-battery study headphones under $60.

Headphones & Earbuds

Apple AirPods (2nd Gen)

The teen standard — great for study and calls.

Headphones & Earbuds

Acer Chromebook 315

Budget Chromebook that lasts all school day.

Computers & Tablets

Lenovo IdeaPad Slim Laptop

Reliable Windows laptop for high school and college.

Computers & Tablets

Apple iPad (10th Gen)

The most popular student tablet.

Computers & Tablets

Apple Pencil (USB-C)

Note-taking accessory for iPad.

Computers & Tablets

Kindle Paperwhite (16GB)

Waterproof e-reader, weeks of battery, no glare.

Reading & Textbooks

The Official SAT Study Guide (College Board)

Practice tests written by the SAT makers.

Test Prep Books

Kaplan ACT Prep Plus

Full-length tests, videos, and online practice.

Test Prep Books

Princeton Review Cracking the AP

Subject-by-subject AP prep guides.

Test Prep Books

Barron's ISEE / SSAT Prep

For private-school entrance exams (grades 5–11).

Test Prep Books

Big Fat Notebook: Everything You Need to Ace

The middle-school study bible series.

Test Prep Books

Merriam-Webster Elementary Dictionary

Classic desk reference for grades 3–5.

Reading & Textbooks

5 Star Student Planner

Weekly + monthly views for busy middle/high schoolers.

Planners & Calendars

Erin Condren LifePlanner

Cult-favorite customizable planner for college students.

Planners & Calendars

AT-A-GLANCE Academic Wall Calendar

18-month academic wall calendar.

Planners & Calendars

Simple Modern Bento Box Adults

Stainless-steel lunch container for teachers and older students.

Lunch Boxes & Bottles

Rubbermaid Brilliance Snack Containers

Leak-proof snack cups for lunchboxes.

Lunch Boxes & Bottles

LEGO Education Spike Essential

Grade 1–5 STEM robotics from LEGO Education.

STEM & Coding Kits

Snap Circuits Jr. SC-100

Hands-on intro to electronics — an Amazon perennial.

STEM & Coding Kits

National Geographic Microscope Set

Real dual-mode microscope with 50 accessories.

STEM & Coding Kits

Osmo Genius Starter Kit

iPad-based learning games for ages 6–10.

STEM & Coding Kits

Raspberry Pi 5 Kit

The go-to coding computer for teens.

STEM & Coding Kits

Ubbi Storage Bin, Round

Sturdy round bins for classroom libraries.

Storage & Bins

Really Good Stuff Book Boxes

Teacher-favorite plastic book bins.

Storage & Bins

Sterilite 3-Drawer Rolling Cart

Roll it anywhere — perfect classroom sub cart.

Storage & Bins

Bulletin Board Border Trim, Assorted

Color-changing borders for every unit.

Classroom Decor

Motivational Classroom Posters, Set of 10

Growth-mindset posters for K–12 classrooms.

Classroom Decor

Post-it Super Sticky Easel Pad

Stick-anywhere chart paper for lessons.

Whiteboards & Easels

Quartet Magnetic Dry-Erase Board 36x24

Home-study or classroom whiteboard.

Whiteboards & Easels

EXPO Low-Odor Dry Erase Markers

The teacher-standard whiteboard marker.

Whiteboards & Easels

AmazonBasics Mesh Desk Organizer

Modular mesh caddy for pens, sticky notes, and clips.

Desk Organizers

Monitor Riser with Drawer

Raises the screen and hides supplies.

Desk Organizers

AmazonBasics Cable Management Sleeve

Tidy cables at homework stations.

Desk Organizers

XL Twin Dorm Bedding Set

Complete comforter + sheets bundle for move-in.

Dorm Essentials

Frigidaire 3.2 Cu Ft Mini Fridge

The most popular dorm mini-fridge.

Dorm Essentials

Keurig K-Mini Coffee Maker

Slim single-serve brewer that fits any dorm.

Dorm Essentials

Mesh Shower Caddy for Dorms

Quick-dry caddy for shared bathrooms.

Dorm Essentials

Under-Bed Storage Bins with Wheels

Reclaim floor space in a tiny dorm.

Dorm Essentials

Amazon Basics Desk Lamp with USB Port

LED desk lamp with charging port.

Dorm Essentials

Command Damage-Free Hooks Value Pack

Hang anything without losing your deposit.

Dorm Essentials

3M Command Poster Strips

Poster mounting that peels off cleanly.

Dorm Essentials

Anker 6-Outlet Power Strip Surge Protector

USB-C + AC in one dorm-friendly strip.

Dorm Essentials

Trapper Keeper Binder

The '90s classic, back and better.

Binders & Folders

Zebra Mildliner Highlighters

Aesthetic pastel highlighters, huge on studygram.

Pens, Pencils & Markers

Muji Gel Ink Pens

Minimalist Japanese pens beloved by note-takers.

Pens, Pencils & Markers

Pilot G2 Retractable Gel Pens

The best-selling gel pen in the U.S.

Pens, Pencils & Markers

Mr. Sketch Scented Markers

Nostalgic scented markers, still the same 12 smells.

Art Supplies

Crayola Model Magic, 6-Pack

Air-dry modeling compound for classroom art.

Art Supplies

Melissa & Doug Deluxe Wooden Easel

Double-sided chalk + dry-erase easel for young artists.

Art Supplies

Chromebook Case 11.6"

Padded sleeve to protect the school-issued laptop.

Backpacks

MacBook Air 13" Sleeve

Slim protective sleeve for college MacBooks.

Backpacks

Kids Rolling Backpack

Wheeled backpack for heavy textbook loads.

Backpacks

Yeti Rambler 18oz Bottle

Bombproof insulated bottle for older students.

Lunch Boxes & Bottles

Sharpener Electric Classroom

Fast, quiet sharpener that lasts a school year.

Pens, Pencils & Markers

Casio SL-300VC Mini Calculator

Pocket calculator with fold-open case.

Calculators

Texas Instruments TI-30XS Scientific

Common middle-school scientific calculator.

Calculators

Zipper Pencil Pouch, 3-Pack

Simple 3-pack of binder-hole pencil pouches.

Desk Organizers

Wall Calendar 2026 Academic Year

12-month wall calendar starting in July.

Planners & Calendars

Sticky Notes Value Pack

24-pad bulk pack of sticky notes.

Desk Organizers

Index Card Holder Rings

Book rings to build flashcard sets.

Notebooks & Paper

Dry Erase Pockets, 30-Pack

Reusable worksheet pockets for centers.

Whiteboards & Easels

Kids Combination Lock 4-Digit

Preset-friendly locks for gym and hall lockers.

Backpacks

Master Lock Locker Lock

The classic dial lock for middle and high school.

Backpacks

Fisher-Space Pen Bullet

Pocket pen that writes anywhere, at any angle.

Pens, Pencils & Markers

Reading Buddy Book Light

Clip-on rechargeable book light for readers.

Reading & Textbooks

Bookends, Heavy Metal Pair

Weighted bookends that don't tip.

Storage & Bins

Classroom Timer, Visual Countdown

60-minute visual timer for lessons and tests.

Classroom Decor

Wireless Presenter Remote

Slide-advance remote for teachers.

Classroom Decor

3-Tier Book Cart with Wheels

Roll materials between rooms.

Storage & Bins

AmazonBasics Portable Whiteboard

Lightweight double-sided lap whiteboard.

Whiteboards & Easels

Colored Copy Paper, Assorted 500

Multi-color paper for projects and bulletin boards.

Notebooks & Paper