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I don’t want summer to end, but there’s just something about back-to-school shopping that gets me every time! ?? New supplies, fresh notebooks, and all the little things that make getting ready for a new school year feel a little more exciting.
I rounded up a few of my favorite back-to-school finds that go beyond the basics. These include products to help kids practice math skills, make crafts a little less messy, keep classroom supplies organized, and even a couple of mom-approved tricks to help keep those new shoes and backpacks looking good for longer.
Back to School Finds to Make School Days Easier
Back-to-school shopping doesn’t have to mean buying a cart full of basic supplies. These are some of the fun and practical finds that caught my eye this year, including a few that might make life a little easier for parents, too!
Water Repellent Spray for Shoes, Backpacks & Fabric
Want those brand-new school shoes and backpacks to stay looking new a little longer? A water-repellent spray creates a protective barrier that helps repel water, dirt, and stains from shoes, backpacks, and other fabric surfaces. It’s one of those little back-to-school prep steps that can save you some cleaning later!
Math Stamp Roller
Make math practice a little more fun with this clever stamp roller! Kids can use it to create math problems for extra practice, and the app can even scan their completed work and help grade it. It’s a fun way to sneak in a little extra learning without making it feel like more homework.
4-in-1 Paper Trimmer
This handy paper trimmer gives you four different cutting styles—straight, wavy, perforated, and creased—making it perfect for school projects, crafts, and creative activities. It’s an easy upgrade from regular scissors when kids want to get a little more creative with their projects.
Mess-Free Glue Pens
Say goodbye to giant globs of glue! These glue pens make it much easier for kids to apply just the right amount of adhesive for crafts, school projects, and other creative activities. Less mess, more crafting—and I’m all for that!
Essential Oil Pens
These portable essential oil pens make it easy to take your favorite essential oil blends on the go. The pen-style design is compact and convenient for tossing into a backpack, purse, or travel bag when you want your favorite scents close by.
Shop All My Picks in One Spot
Want to keep shopping? I’ve rounded up even more back-to-school finds in my Amazon Storefront, with favorites for school, learning, crafts, organization, and more.
And just like that, we’re getting ready to trade pool days and summer schedules for backpacks, homework, and school drop-off! While I’m definitely not ready to say goodbye to summer, these kinds of finds make getting ready for a new school year a little more fun.
Whether you have a preschooler practicing early math skills, a crafty kid who goes through glue like it’s going out of style, or you’re just trying to keep those new backpacks and shoes looking good past the first week of school, I hope you found something useful here. Here’s to a happy, organized, and hopefully mostly smooth school year!
What are your back-to-school must-haves? Tell me in the comments or follow @JillComesClean on Instagram for more favorite finds, cleaning hacks, and easy home tips!
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