Back to School Essentials for Kids

Getting ready for a new school year? Here are some of my favorite back-to-school finds all in one spot!

Back-to-school season always sneaks up fast, doesn’t it? Whether your little one is heading to preschool or elementary school, I’ve rounded up some helpful links to make the prep a little easier. From backpacks and lunch gear to school supplies and organization must-haves — everything you need is right here. Click through each section to find our go-to favorites for starting the year off smoothly!

Back-to-School Lunch Essentials

Lunches always feel like one of those things I think I’ll have figured out but having the right gear definitely helps! I rounded up some of our favorite lunchboxes, bento-style containers, ice packs, and water bottles that hold up through busy school days. These make packing lunches just a little bit easier (and maybe even a little more fun for the kids too).

Back-to-School Backpacks

Finding the right backpack feels like a small thing, but it makes such a difference! I’m sharing options that fit little preschoolers all the way up to elementary kids with sizes that aren’t overwhelming but still hold everything they need. From fun character designs to simple neutral colors, there’s something here for every style and budget.

Back-to-School Organization + Essentials

Getting organized isn’t just about backpacks and papers, it’s about all those little things that make school mornings smoother. I’m sharing my favorite finds for home organization like calendars to keep track of important dates, storage caddies and carts for school supplies, and organizers for backpacks, shoes, and papers. I’m also including those everyday essentials we always seem to need this time of year: toddler vitamins, cute socks, stain remover, hand sanitizer, and more. These are the things that help keep our home (and mornings) running just a little more smoothly once school starts.

Back-to-School Supplies

Every year, the school supply list feels a little different, but there are always the basics we can count on. I put together links to the items we always reach for such as crayons, pencils, glue sticks, scissors, and all the things kids need to create and learn. It’s so helpful to stock up early before the stores get picked over!

At the end of the day, it’s all about finding little ways to make things easier for you and your kids. If you’re a fellow mom with little ones heading back to school, I hope these essentials help you feel a little more prepared and a little less overwhelmed. We’ve got this!