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Whether your child is headed off to elementary school or leaving the nest for college, it's essential you set them up with the right gear for a successful school year. And if your child is attending school remotely? Well that holds even more true.
Amazon has established itself as a one-stop shop for school supplies that suit every age. They've also proven that preparing for class doesn't need to be stressful. Amazon's School Supplies Guide breaks down products by category and age group (Grades K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8, and Grades 9-12) so you can shop a curated list of age-appropriate materials. If your teen is off to college, you're also covered with their College Shopping Guide which includes the latest tech and everything they'll need to set up their dorm room.
Skip the many trips to the store, and get everything delivered right to your door by shopping our back to school picks below.
Fire HD 8 Kids Edition Tablet
If there’s a time to get your kid a tablet, it's now. The latest Kids Edition comes with a sturdy kid-proof case and a 1-year subscription to Amazon FreeTime Unlimited which gives kids access to over 20,000 apps, games, videos, Audible books, and educational content. You can also check out Amazon’s digital learning center for more educational tools and printables.
Mavo Craft Folding Lap Desk,
This work surface is ideal for kids who constantly like to switch up their learning environment. The lap desk can collapse flat when not in use to save space, and the desktop lifts up to reveal storage compartments for school supplies. It's available in black, pink, and blue.
Crayola Multicultural Markers, Crayons and Pencils Bundle with Coloring Book
Whatever the medium (markers, crayons, or colored pencils) this Crayola set represents the diversity of our world with colors in various skin tones including tan, beige, tawny, golden beige, terra cotta, mahogany, and sienna. Plus, this set comes with a bonus coloring book.