Everything You Need To Pack In Your Backpack!
Tips got filling your school bag with everyday essentials.
Get set up for success by having everything you need for the school day right by your side—or in your back! Keep backpacks stocked and organized with essentials check out (and print out!) our handy list.
☑️ Hand Sanitizer
Banish germs with a simple squeeze! Small, portable hand sanitizer can help your kids to keep colds, the flu, and other pass-along germs away. Pro Tip: Get a large bottle, too, for easy refills.
Hand sanitizer starting at $.99
☑️ Masks
Facemasks are a must right now, especially when social distancing isn’t possible. We recommend wearing one and keeping 1-2 extra in a small sandwich bag in your backpack, so you always have a spare.
Fashion facemasks starting at $1.99
Disposable facemasks starting at $.99
☑️ Pencils + Pens + Crayons/Markers
Keep a stash of sharpened pencils, your favorite pens, and a few brightly colored markers or crayons safely stored in your favorite pencil case. Tuck a small pencil sharpener in there, too, so it’s always handy.
☑️ Hydration
Reusable water bottles aren’t just a convenient and safe way to have a drink, they’re also a fashion statement! Don’t forget to cover yours in the coolest stickers that suit your style. Cheers!
Water bottles starting at $6.99
☑️ Charging Cords
More than ever, we need to keep devices charged and working so they can stay in touch—and get work done! Keep a charge cord handy in an outside pocket of your bag. Pro tip: Write your name on a piece of tape and wrap it around the cord so you’ll get it back from any friends who need to borrow it.
Charging cords starting at $3.99
☑️ Something Warm
Don’t go anywhere without your favorite sweatshirt, sweater, or light wrap stashed in the bottom of your bag. You’ll be ready for overly chilled rooms even when you can’t get to your locker, or quick changes in the temperature on your way home.
Sweatshirts starting at $9.99
☑️ Snacks
We’ve saved the most important item for last, because believe us: Snacks are the most critical item in any backpack. Head into our expanded Pantry section and choose something with a long shelf life in small, portable pouches or sandwich baggies. Add a second bag in case you want more or feel the urge to share! Our savory and sweet faves: Cheez Its and Oreos!
Snacks starting at $1.49