Back-to-school season is seemingly always in full swing or just around the corner. Parents need all the help they can get when shopping for school supplies. School shopping can be overwhelming and stressful, especially when kids return home for a shorter period. Luckily, you don't have to wing it. Having a simple back to school stationery list is essential for parents who want their kids to start the year on the right foot. This list is a must-have for any parent with excellent and affordable options. It should be noted that a child’s individual needs might vary based on their grade level and what their school provides. This is a good general place to start for back to school stationery needs however. 

1 - Crayons

Crayons are suitable mediums for children to express their creativity and interests through art projects such as coloring books or doing their artwork out of plain paper or fabric scraps. Crayons also make great additions when it comes time to do arts and craft projects at home, such as making greeting cards, collages, painting pictures, etc. Children love choosing colors they can use when doing arts and craft projects, so parents need not worry about providing them with an excess amount of crayons since they will only use them sparingly at first, allowing kids room to experiment with the different colors later on.

2 - Stickers and Sticky Notes

Stickers are one of the most popular items for kids to use at school. They can be used for many different purposes and make beautiful gifts for children of all ages. Sticky notes are perfect for marking pages in books and even decorating children's rooms with them. Back-to-school sticky notes can also be used as reminders or reminders of important things you need to get done. It is a great way to keep track of your child's homework, plans, and events throughout the school year. It is also a good idea to buy one with your child's name on it so that you will know who it belongs to when they misplace it.

3 - Pens and Pencils

Pens and pencils are also essential when purchasing stationery for kids. It is crucial to remember that your child may be unable to write with a pen or pencil without assistance if they are quite young. That is why you must pick your child's correct type of pens and pencils. A good tip is to check the fine tip of the pen or pencil before buying them. For example, if your child writes with a fine hand, they will need a fine point pen that can write with such an instrument. The same goes for pencils. If your child writes with an HB or B-2 lead pencil, they will also need those instruments rather than other alternatives. 

4 - Erasers

When doing back-to-school shopping, it's essential to purchase school supplies for your kids and the things that will help them succeed at school. Erasers are a must-have for any student. Many different erasers can help students learn and retain the information they are learning. From the simple white erasable pencils to the ones with 3D images on them, erasers can help students when it comes to correcting their writing.

5 - Ruler

A good ruler is essential for any student. Whether your child is right or left-handed, a ruler is vital for writing, drawing, and math problems. Having a ruler helps students create straight lines and helps them be more precise in their work. Having a more significant pencil case or backpack can be helpful when it comes to a student needing a large number of supplies for school. It's also essential to have multiple sizes so your student can use whichever one they prefer best for the task.

6 - Highlighters

Most back-to-school supplies lists will include highlighters, but in this day and age, there are wide varieties to choose from. For some, a good old-fashioned yellow highlighter is the best way to go. But for others, there are tons of great options for color highlighters. Highlighters are essential for students to get the most out of their school day and are a great way to help students stay organized. Learning to take notes and make emphasis with highlighters is a skill that a child can take with them for the rest of their life.