Back to School Trends & Ideas

As kids get ready to embark on a new scholastic year, it’s met with a plethora of emotions by both students and educators. There are lingering concerns about whether we will experience not only a resurge of health concerns and impediments, but also emotional and educational setbacks. But, for the moment, it feels good to get back into the normal swing of things. Kids are excited about mingling and socializing with their peers as they’ve really missed these interactions. Plus, they are eager to get their grades up to snuff.

Part of the joy of getting back to school is loading up on new school supplies and outfitting their wardrobes with trendy attire. Stores are just starting to fill up with essential educational and classroom materials that students will need for the year. You can also grab some awesome deals online if you don’t feel like venturing out of your home. Check out some of the new school trends and educational ideas below.

Backpacks

The value of a good backpack cannot be underestimated. They are one of the most versatile tools you can own and their functionality cannot be rivaled by standard duffels, totes, or other hand-held carry-alls. The Leaper Floral Backpack comes in a cute matching 3 pieces set with a lovely floral design, so you get a lot of value for your dollar. However, there are literally 41 different patterns to choose from.

The backpack is made from a durable canvas with padded adjustable straps that make it comfortable to carry. It is a lightweight backpack and perfect for everyday school and casual day trips. They include a top handle, smooth zipper, padded back panel, reinforced stress points, water-resistant fabric, front utility pocket and two side pockets. Check out all the gorgeous prints! There’s something for every kid!

Colored Pencils

The Premium Colored Pencil set includes 24 gorgeous colors. Whether your kids are aspiring artists or just love to color, the AmazonBasics Colored Pencil Set is an ideal tool for creating masterpieces in living color at school or at home. Let your kids express their creativity with an eclectic array of vibrant shades, from rich jewel tones to soft pastels and everything in between.

Dry Erase Calendars

The Dry Erase Calendar Magnetic Board is a must-have for busy schedules. It comes with a Stain Resistant Surface – Premium PET surface. It’s easy to be wiped clean without leaving any stain or ghosting. It offers a 6 Weeks design, so no fear about missing important dates, classes, events or appointments. Perfect organizer or command center for busy students to keep track of their daily to-do tasks.

Erasers & Sharpeners

This 40-piece Pencil, Eraser and Sharpener school supply set contains 4 small sharpeners, 40 erasers, and 12 colored pencils in a handy storage box. The colorful metal pencil sharpener has a 2-hole design with 8mm-12mm, suitable for most standard pencils in various shapes, including triangular, hexagonal, round pencils, and crayons. The ombre and solid erasers are made from safe non-toxic soft TPR material. They’re flexible, easy to erase pencil crayons, writing marks, and gentle enough not to damage paper.

Lunch Boxes

The Bentgo Kids Children’s Lunch Box is the perfect solution for parents who want to send their kids to school with healthy foods. Each lunch box contains 5 separate compartments for perfect-sized kid servings. Its Leak Proof Technology will keep your kid’s meals and snacks fresh and mess-free during transport. The front offers two kid-friendly latches that are easy for little hands to open. They’re made with BPA materials and are microwave and dishwasher-safe.