Must-Have School Supplies by Grade (with Amazon Picks)

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Back-to-school season is stressful enough — finding the right supplies shouldn't add to it. Whether you're shopping for kindergarten or middle school, here are some must-haves by grade level — with quick Amazon picks to make shopping easier.

🎒 Kindergarten – 2nd Grade

• Crayons & Washable Markers – Younger kids love to color, and teachers love Crayola.
  👉 Crayola Ultra-Clean Washable Markers (Amazon)

• Blunt-Tip Scissors – Safety first.
  👉 Fiskars Kids Scissors (Amazon)

• Glue Sticks – Elmer’s is still the go-to.
  👉 Elmer's Glue Sticks (Amazon)

📚 3rd – 5th Grade

• Pencil Pouch or Supply Box – Keeps everything in one place.
  👉 ZIPIT Monster Pencil Case (Amazon)

• Colored Pencils – Great for projects.
  👉 Prismacolor Scholar Set (Amazon)

📖 Middle School

• Binder with Dividers – Helps with subject separation.
  👉 Five Star Flex Hybrid Binder (Amazon)

• Backpack with Laptop Sleeve – Especially if tech is part of class.
  👉 JanSport Big Student Backpack (Amazon)

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