It’s almost time for school again, and as many of us face school from home, lots of people are asking: what do I need to buy for my kids? Your school may send home a supply list. If so: buy the supplies! Being prepared for school is important, and during a pandemic we need to limit our trips to the store for that last forgotten item as much as possible!

If your school has not provided a supply list, however, here are the standard supplies we keep around the house for school work and creative activities, too.

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Planners

I am a big believer in a good planner. Planning work and tracking progress can be the difference between success and struggle. For parents, tracking the work and expectations for one child or several can be a bit overwhelming. I turned to the Whaley Planbook to track Bambino’s assignments. It is simple, straightforward, and inexpensive. It can be used for multiple students — or just one. For middle and high school students who can learn to do their own planning, I like the Passion Planner. This is the planner I use in my daily life, but there is an Academic edition which is perfect for older students.

For more on planners, how to use them, and my favorite planner tools, check out this link:

All Ages

These are the supplies we keep in the house for school and other projects. Your school may have previously supplied a lot of these things, so keeping them on hand and organized can help make school a lot smoother at home.

Elementary School

Many of these items may have been supplied by your child’s school. They may expect you to have these things at home to complete assignments.

Middle & High School

Depending on you child’s school requirements, they may ask for more specialized items. But this is a good general starting place for middle and high school grades.

However you and your family are embarking on school for the year, I wish you all the best. Remember, it can’t possibly all be the same, so give yourself and your child some grace as you begin this unprecedented voyage.

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