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Watch: These tech tips help simplify back-to-school shopping
View Date:2024-12-23 14:13:00
Do you hear that? It’s the sound of zipping backpacks, squeaking school bus brakes and the groaning of kids, pulling the covers over their heads and refusing to get out of bed after being told to get up for the sixth time.
This symphony signals the end of the summer vacation and the beginning of another school year. With it, comes the annual task of back-to-school shopping to ensure your kids and their classrooms have everything needed heading into the academic year. Keep reading for tips on how to fill your student's backpack with ease.
Watch this video to see how you can ace back-to-school shopping.
Back-to-school shopping
The first order of business is the supply list. Many lists can be found on the school's website or the websites of retailers selling school supplies. Walmart, Staples and Target are among the retailers with websites that allow you to search directly for your child’s school and supply list. Then, you can fill your child’s backpack with just a few clicks.
For opportunities to give back to the community this school year, check with your local places of worship, schools, gyms or community centers to see if they accept donations to help kids in your area.
You can also find lists of teachers in need and help them fill their classrooms with supplies by searching #ClearTheList or #ClearTheList2024 on Instagram and TikTok.
If you’re looking for the best supplies for students of all ages, see what must-have products Reviewed recommends to help your kids excel. The lists cover an array of items, including nap mats, water bottles, calculators and much more.
Don’t forget to use your favorite cashback service, like Honey or Rakuten, if you’re shopping online. If you can, consider combining your cashback-eligible online shopping with your state’s tax-free weekend!
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- Top-rated iPad: Apple iPad (9th Generation)
- Our favorite e-reader: 2022 Kindle
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- Helpful gadget: Glocusent Willow Book Light
- Best-selling tablet stand: Lamicall Adjustable Tablet Stand
Free back-to-school supplies
If you’re looking for pre-loved or free supplies in your area, check out:
- Your local library.
- Places of worship or community centers.
- Stores like Goodwill or The Salvation Army.
- Facebook marketplace.
- Community apps, like Nextdoor, or Facebook groups in your local area.
- Eventbrite.com to see when and where to find school supply giveaway events.
- In-person or online swap meets, like Freecycle.
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