Many kids say the best part of going back to school is shopping for new supplies. These kid-tested, parent-approved products will help kids have a functional and fashionable start to the school year.
Paperage Composition Notebooks
Starting at $15.99; Paperage.co
This multipack, college ruled journaling notebooks includes 140 pages per book with 3 different modern & stylish cover designs. Ideal notebooks for note taking at school, work or home.
The Yoobi | SmileyWorld Pencil Pouch Round
$8; Target.com
Brings bold personality and everyday function to your school or work setup. Featuring a vibrant yellow SmileyWorld® emoticon design and holographic fabric on the front, this pouch stands out while keeping your essentials in one place. The unique round shape adds a playful twist, while the zippered main compartment provides easy storage for pens, pencils, or small accessories. Finished with a silver smiley zipper pull, this pouch is as fun as it is functional.
LEGO Gel Pens 10 Pack
$32.50; Amazon.com
Bring a pop of color to your writing. This set includes ten vibrant, smooth-flowing gel pens in a rainbow of colors that pop, perfect for school, work, or creative projects. Each pen features the iconic LEGO brick design, adding a fun, playful touch to your stationery collection. Let your ideas flow and make each note or doodle a little more colorful with this must-have set for LEGO fans of all ages.
Casio Scientific calculator fx-300ES Plus
$9.09; Amazon.com
Casio FX-300ESPLS2-S 2nd Edition Scientific Calculator with sleek new design and slide on hard case with Natural Textbook Display and improved math functionality. 262 Built-in Math Functions:, including basic and advanced scientific, exponential and trigonometric, fractions, regression analysis and more. It has been designed as the perfect choice for middle school through high school students learning General Math, Trigonometry, Statistics, Algebra I and II, Pre-Algebra, Geometry, Physics. Entry Logic: V.P.A.M. operating system. Solar power with battery back-up.
Skechers Hands Free Slip-ins: Contour Foam - Cozy Fit
$60; Skechers.com
Start the new school year right – with the ultimate level of comfort. As soon as kids step into a pair of Skechers Hands Free Slip-ins: Contour Foam - Cozy Fit sneakers, it’ll feel as if their feet are wrapped up in a cozy puffer jacket. With innovative features such as an exclusive Heel Pillow, Contour Foam cushioning, and Skechers Air-Cooled Memory Foam insoles, while also being made from a machine-washable material, these sneakers and available in a will keep kids looking cool all year round.
Neon Crayons – 24 Count
$3.49; Crayola.com
Kids can turn any ordinary drawing session into a glowing extravaganza with Neon Crayons, Neon Broadline Markers, and Neon Colored Pencils that fluoresce under black light. Artists can now explore their imagination with the Neon Collection’s glow-in-the-dark effects and watch as their creations leap off the page in a brand-new way.
Yoobi + SmileyWorld Poly Prong 2 Pocket Plastic Folder Blush Smiley with Stickers
$4; Target.com
Organize your papers with positivity using the Yoobi | SmileyWorld® Poly Prong Folder in a cheerful blush SmileyWorld® design. This functional and fun folder features durable poly construction and metal prongs to securely hold punched pages, plus 2 pockets for organizing notes, handouts, and assignments. Designed to fit 8.5" x 11" letter-size paper, it holds up to 100 sheets and includes a bonus set of 6 puffy stickers featuring different SmileyWorld® emoticon designs, perfect for customizing your folder with playful, expressive vibes. The iridescent foil cover detailing adds just the right amount of shine to brighten your school day.
Uniball One Gel Pens
$7.39; unibrands.co
Available in a variety of vibrant colors, they are perfect for sorting subjects, tracking assignments, or adding a pop of color to their notes.
Swingline Leah Bisch Desktop Stapler
$13.59; Swingline.com
Add a touch of flair to your office. With stylish designs like Tan Tiles and Wildflowers, their desk will be the perfect blend of personality and performance.
PAPERAGE Spiral Bound Journal
$13.99; Amazon.com
Soothingly tactile to the touch, these journals are 5.5 x 8 inches and have 160 pages at a super satisfying 100 GSM (grams per square meter). Thanks to this extra thickness, you need not worry about ink bleed. They also feature a gusseted back pocket to store any important loose-leaf items, plus an elastic closure with a great grip to accommodate extra journal thickness in case you really like using the back pocket. Never lose track of your spot again with the built-in ribbon bookmark and use the included label stickers to stay perfectly organized.
Yoobi + SmileyWorld Travel Cup Pouch Multicolor Smiley
$8; Target.com
Sip in style with the Yoobi | SmileyWorld(R) Travel Cup Pouch. Designed to fit most standard travel cups, this cheerful pouch features a zippered compartment to keep your drink and small essentials secure. The adjustable velcro strap wraps around your cup for a snug fit that stays put wherever your day takes you. Made with neoprene fabric, this pouch is soft, durable, and adds a fun pop of color thanks to the vibrant multicolor SmileyWorld(R) print. Whether you're headed to school, work, or out and about, this pouch is a playful and functional way to upgrade your favorite cup.
PAPERAGE Creative Dot Journaling Kit
$21.99; Amazon.com
This starter set includes 12 fine liner pens which span the entire rainbow, plus black, gray and brown. You can use these pens with the robust stencil sheet set to easily and meditatively decorate your pages with banners, stars, arcs, basic shapes, and much more. If you’re using this journal more for organizing, you can also try out the calendar stencil sheets to quickly convert any page into a daily planner. Spice up your journaling with multiple pages of colorful decorative stickers, or enhance your planning by utilizing the planner sticker sheets. And you get six colorful rolls of decorated washi tape. Decorate or format your pages in a flash by applying strips of these beautiful tapes.
Skechers Hands Free Slip-ins: Glide-Step + - Vista Lane
$60; Skechers.com
Nothing makes getting ready for the school day easier than being able to Just Slip-in! Produced with anexclusive Heel Pillow, a mesh and synthetic upper, stretch laces, a cushioned Glide-Step geometric midsole, and a Skechers Air-Cooled Memory Foam insole, Skechers Hands Free Slip-ins: Glide-Step + - Vista Lane is the perfect style for your child as they had back to the classroom. No matter where they’re off to during their day, this shoe is guaranteed to lend support and comfort with every step.
PuroBasic
$29.99; www.purosound.com
The PuroBasic headphones offer great sound quality and safe listening with a built-in volume limiter set at 85 dB to protect young ears. These lightweight, adjustable headphones are wired-only and designed for all-day comfort, whether in the classroom or on the go. With a durable build and tangle-free cable, they’re a perfect everyday solution for kids and teens.
LEGO Markers 10 Pack with LEGO Star Wars Lightsaber Gel Pen
$27.99; Target.com
The perfect coloring tools for the budding LEGO artist. Each marker measures approximately 6.25" long and comes with 2-2x4 genuine LEGO plates imported from Denmark which have been hand glued with precision and placed systematically so you can build on or around them. The unique rectangular design won't roll away from you and the fine marker tip make detailed coloring effortless. This 10 pack includes one each of violet, red, orange, yellow, lime, green, light blue, blue, lavender & black.
Watercolor Pencils with Canvas Rollup from Elsewhere Unplug
$29.99; www.elsewareunplug.com
This canvas rollup of watercolor pencils includes a selection of 36 brilliant colors are made with water-soluble pigments. Once the pigments are activated with water and a paintbrush, an effect similar to traditional watercolors can be achieved. Consider replacing your plastic markers and gel pens with this natural & environmentally sustainable alternative. Includes a pencil sharpener and paintbrush in a handy canvas wrap.
Paperage Academic Planners
$14.95–$18.95; Paperage.co
This academic planner covers 17 months (Aug 2025 - Dec 2026) & features monthly & weekly page spreads. It is spiral bound with a new & enhanced cover that’s both durable & flexible. Expertly crafted with style & utility in mind, this planner includes a lay-flat spiral binding with durable covers, laminated tabs to easily find your place & bonus pages with holiday dates, contacts & a class schedule.
LEGO Ruler with Minifigure
$16.99; Amazon.com
This versatile ruler includes 28 authentic LEGO pieces in various colors, allowing you to assemble a fully functional 12 or 6-inch ruler that measures in both inches and millimeters. Add the included minifigure to lend a hand with measurements or customize your ruler with extra bricks for a one-of-a-kind look. Perfect for LEGO enthusiasts of all ages, this fun and functional tool makes measuring more creative than ever.
LEGO Molded Pencil Case
$19.99; Amazon.com
Featuring a hard molded exterior designed to withstand daily wear and tear, this LEGO pencil case features a specially designed pencil carrier to keep your writing instruments organized, along with a mesh side pocket for additional storage. Plus, it’s super compact to slip into your backpack.
Yoobi + SmileyWorld 5pk Double Ended Stamp Markers Smiley
$6; Target.com
Make your mark with color and creativity using the Yoobi | SmileyWorld® 5-Pack Double-Ended Stamp Markers. Each marker features two fun ways to express yourself, a bullet tip for smooth writing and a unique SmileyWorld® stamp for playful accents. With five vibrant ink colors including coral, yellow, green, teal, and blue, this set is perfect for notes, doodles, planners, and more. The bullet tip offers a 5.45mm point for precise lines, while the stamp end features a 7.5mm point with five different SmileyWorld(R) designs. Whether you're adding flair to a journal entry or bringing personality to classroom projects, these markers make every moment a little brighter.
Let Me Use This Notebook! (The Pigeon)
$16; www.unionsquareandco.com
Time to Doodle. Notebook (Elephant & Piggie), Ready…set…WRITE. The Pigeon really, REALLY, wants you to fill this notebook with your amazing dreams, stories, and doodles.
Yoobi + SmileyWorld Composition Books 7.5"x9.75" Wide Ruled Multicolor Smiley
$4; Target.com
The Yoobi | SmileyWorld Composition Book is the perfect place to write, plan, or create. With 100 wide-ruled sheets and sewn binding, this notebook offers durability and structure to support everything from school assignments to daily journaling. The matte finish cover features playful SmileyWorld graphics, bringing a fun and positive vibe to your everyday writing routine. Sized at 7.5" x 9.75", it's compact enough for any backpack and roomy enough for all your notes and ideas.
Casio Graphing Calculator fx-9750GIII
$47.99; Amazon.com
The fx-9750GIII is ready-to-go right out of the package and comes packed with functionality: USB connectivity, 3MB flash memory and AP features come together to provide a powerful tool designed to support student success. Suggested Courses: Pre-Algebra, Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, Trigonometry, Calculus, AP Calculus, AP Statistics, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Finance & Business.
Crayola Limited Edition Markers- Retired Colors – Pack of 8
$2.99; Crayola.com
The moment Crayola collectors everywhere have been waiting for, iconic Retired Crayola Crayon Colors are back, but only for a limited time. These are colors generations have grown up with, including Dandelion, Mulberry, Blizzard Blue, Raw Umber, Lemon Yellow, Orange Red, Violet Blue, and Magic Mint - ready to be used for a world of colorful possibilities. Whether you're a seasoned Crayola collector or a teacher stocking up on classroom supplies, these new Limited Edition art tools are perfect additions to any creative project.
Uniball Zento Gel Pens
$14.64; unibrands.co
For the high school graduate ready to tackle everything from intense essays to daily to-do lists, a set of Uniball Zento Gel Pens will be sure to get the job done.
Non-Toxic Beeswax Crayons – Dinosaur Eggs from Elsewhere Unplug
$14.99; www.elsewareunplug.com
Although dinosaurs disappeared from Earth 66 million years ago, these new egg-shaped beeswax crayons are a colorful fantasy and sure to stimulate the imagination of young artists. Six, vividly colored crayons in a post-consumer recycled egg carton are included in this set.
Paperage 20 Gel Pens
$12.99; Paperage.co
These retractable gel pens are made with premium gel ink. The new & improved medium tip design produces a smooth 0.7mm line & soft-touch barrels that are easy to hold. This multi color pen set features 20 vibrant & unique water-based gel ink colors. These fun, colorful pens are perfect for adding color to your note pads, journals & planners.
Paperage 12 Dual Tip Highlights
$9.99; Paperage.co
These new & improved highlighters feature enhanced ink flow for greater visibility & durability. An updated color palate is beautifully coordinated with 12 unique pastel colors that will make your notes & text pop.
Hemlock Hat Co.
Price Varies; HemlockHatCo.com
Keep kids (and teachers!) cool and sun-safe during recess with Hemlock Hat Co.—the best-selling, family-owned brand combining style and function with built-in UPF 50+ protection. Perfect for recess, field trips and everything in between, Hemlock’s collection of high-performance, handmade hats offers bold prints and stylish silhouettes that make staying out of the sun effortless. Whether you're on the playground, walking between classes, or cheering from the sidelines, Hemlock’s eco-conscious, affordable designs are a must-have for anyone spending time outdoors this school year.
Yoobi + SmileyWorld Erasable Cover Notebook 6"x8" with Dry Erase Marker
$8; Target.com
The Yoobi | SmileyWorld® Spiral Notebook with Dry Erase Marker brings flexible planning and creativity together in one compact format. This 6" x 8" notebook features an erasable dry-erase cover with a built-in weekly layout, allowing you to map out your schedule, to-dos, or goals again and again. Inside, you’ll find 160 lined pages for notes, journaling, or assignments. The included dry-erase marker has a 2.0mm medium tip and delivers smudge-free, quick-drying ink that erases easily. Finished with a clean twin-wire spiral binding, this notebook is both fun and functional for school, home, or work.
Yoobi + SmileyWorld Monthly Planner 8.5"x11" Teal Holographic Smiley
$8; Target.com
Plan your way through the school year with the Yoobi | SmileyWorld® Monthly Planner, featuring a flexible cover with playful SmileyWorld® art and iridescent foil detailing. With monthly calendar layouts and extra notes pages, this planner makes it easy to stay organized, jot down reminders, and manage your schedule at a glance. Covering July 2025 through June 2026, it’s designed for the full academic year and sized at 8.5" x 11" for easy writing and daily use. Whether you're tracking assignments, appointments, or personal goals, this planner adds a fun and functional touch to your planning routine.
POSCA 8 Count 3M Set
$32.99; Amazon.com
Reversible bullet tips allow Posca markers to last twice as long as other markers; To reveal the other side of the tips, simply pull the bullet nib out to reveal one of two sides, from 0.9mm to 1.3mm.
Back to School Cookie Cutter 3 Pc. Set
$7.99; www.annclark.com
Kick off the school year with Apple, Pencil & Paper cookie cutters from Ann Clark. This set is perfect for celebrating back to school or teacher appreciation week. Decorate cookies or create homemade crafts with personalized messages for your student or teacher.
The Puro Sound Labs BT2200-Plus Headphones
$99; www.purosound.com
The Puro Sound Labs BT2200-Plus headphones deliver premium, volume-limited audio capped at 85 dB to help protect children’s hearing. These Bluetooth headphones also include a wired option for flexible listening at home, school, or while traveling. With studio-grade sound, a lightweight fit, and durable aluminum construction, they’re made for safe, high-quality listening on the go.
LEGO NINJAGO Pop Up Pencil Case
$14.99; Amazon.com
This versatile, officially licensed case expands to double as a pencil cup, combining style and functionality for all Ninjago fans. Just pull the top up to reveal the powerful dragon design within. Made from durable polyester with a secure zipper closure, it’s perfect for keeping your stationery organized at home or on the go.
Published: August 2025
