With summertime ending, a lot of kids are headed back to school. After browsing Amazon, I've made a list of 20 things under $25 that might make your back-to-school shopping a little easier. All of these items had good reviews and work for a range of ages! Check out some back-to-school options below!
Mygreen Lightweight Canvas Backpack ($20.99)
- Assorted colors/styles
- canvas
- Polyester lining
- Backpack for School Material: 100% Cotton canvas, it must be the ideal gift for Birthday, Thanksgiving, Christmas, anniversary
- Polka dot backpack Compartments: Interior: cell phone pocket,laptop sleeve. Exterior:2 side pockets,1 front zip pockets
- School Bags Overall dimension: Approx. 12"L x 5.5"H x 16.5" W inches, Fits for 14 Inch Laptop.
Gysan Lightweight Waterproof Backpack ($24.89)
- Assorted colors/styles
- Hi-Q Material: Superb Composite Water Resistant Nylon with 5% PU. Polyester Cotton Lining.
- Approx Dimensions: 11.81"L*16.92"H*6.29"W, Capacity: 21L
- Compartments: Exterior: 1 main compartment with double zipper closure. 2 front zipper pockets (1 medium and 1 small). 1 vertical zipper pocket on the back for easily reach. Interior: 2 slip pockets and 2 pen holders at the front. 1 zipper pocket on the back. 2 water bottle pockets on both sides. 1 padded laptop/tablet compartment (29cm width) can Fit 15 inch laptop.
- Designs: Quality materials used to keep your files, books and other essentials perfect in light rain&snow day. Padded back and shoulder straps give you a comfortable experience. Extra padded bottom and many places reinforced with bartack process can bear more heavy weight. It's a considerate design for the zipper with a quality and comfy PU pull tab.
Leaper Fashion Laptop Backpack ($23.99)
- Assorted styles
- Approx dimensions are 11.81L*16.73H*5.7W inch/30L* 42.5H*14.5W cm, this bag can accommodate a 14-inch-laptop. Bohemian embroidery design super cute school backpack, made of durable and practical high quality canvas.
- With lots of pockets within the main compartment. And there is a little metal ring on the front of bag which can hang your little accessories and key around you; Water-bottle pockets on both sides.
- This sturdy canvas backpack has padded straps for comfort, padded cushion protection for laptop or tablet and padded cushion to protect your back when you carry something heavy.
- Great for casual day use and for students going to school & college. Fashionable and super cool. Perfect gift for you and your friend.
Travel Umbrella with Waterproof Case - Small, Compact ($14.99)
- ☂️ GO-ANYWHERE PROTECTION: Weighing less than 210 grams, our small umbrellas ensure you’re prepared always when rainstorms hit! Designed for portability, the coated Pongee fabric repels water, keeping you dry and shielding against rain, sleet and snow. Light Blue color.
- ☂️ BONUS CARRYING CASE: Big things come in small packages, and our mini umbrellas are no exception! Order includes a 7” travel case, perfect for storage in your car, purse or backpack. And since it’s waterproof, you don’t have to worry about making a wet mess.
- ☂️ SLEEK AND STYLISH: Thanks to our timeless design, this is a great umbrella for boys, girls, men or women of all ages! Classic black and gray offer versatility and professionalism, while our fun range of patterns and colors allows you to showcase your personal style.
- ☂️ RELIABLE QUALITY: With frames featuring a black metal shaft and fiberglass ribs, our mini umbrellas for purses offer superior strength and durability! They effectively withstand strong winds without breaking, bending or turning inside out for quality you can trust.
- ☂️ LIFETIME GUARANTEE: Rain or shine, the Vumos team is dedicated to your complete satisfaction! Our small umbrellas for backpacks come complete with our money back guarantee, so feel free to contact us if you have any issues or you need a replacement.
Tote Bento Lunch Bag Insulated Lunch Cooler ($11.50)
- Assorted colors
- Made of high quality canvas farbic,waterproof,long lasting durable.Inside aluminum film,keep your foor fresh and warm.With an ice pack,your food will keep cold for several hours.
- The capacity can hold a a lunch box container,a bottle of drink,and some fruits and snacks
- Soft tote handle,easy to carry. Velcro closure,convenient to open and close,keep your food container safe.
- Stylish stripe pattern,multifunction,can be used as a makeup bag,tote carry bag,purse,daily bag
PackIt Freezable Lunch Bag with Zip Closure ($14.60)
- Lots of different colors and styles
- This lunch bag features PackIt's patented cooling technology. Freezable gel is permanently built into the bag, so you will never waste money on separate ice packs or gel packs again!
- To use, simply fold the PackIt Lunch Bag flat and store in the freezer overnight (12 hours). In the morning, the walls of the lunch bag will be completely frozen and ready to chill food and drinks for hours
- PackIt lunch bags are perfect for packing healthy foods such as: dairy, fruits and veggies. Food and drinks stay cool and fresh all day! It’s ideal for people with special diets, food sensitivities or allergies
- The Lunch Bag features a zip top closure to lock in cool, dry air. A buckle handle clips onto totes, backpacks and strollers for hands-free convenience
- This soft lunch bag is made from nontoxic poly canvas and has a food-safe, water-resistant lining. Like all PackIt products, the Lunch Bag is made from PVC-, BPA-, phthalate-, formaldehyde- and lead-free materials. Simple care: the interior wipes clean, spot clean exterior
Rubbermaid LunchBlox Sandwich Kit ($6.99)
- Modular containers snap together to save space and stay organized, and can be stacked to fit various lunch bag shapes and sizes
- Blue Ice freezer packs snap directly to food containers, keeping lunch chilled when you're on the go
- Durable lunch box containers have a secure lid seal to prevent leaking
- Kit Includes: 2 Snack Containers (.5 cup capacity), 1 Side Container (1.2 cup capacity), 1 Sandwich Container (2.6 cup capacity) and 1 Medium Blue Ice (Size: 4.81" L x 5.625" W x 5.25" H when stacked)
- Microwave, dishwasher and freezer safe, BPA-free
Wegreeco Reusable Sandwich Wrap, Set of 3 ($12.99)
- Reusable & Recyclable Sandwich Wrap: Each wrap is hand-made with recycled Non-toxic,phthalate-free,lead-free and quick-drying fabric. In order to build better protective to our planet, Wegreeco tried out a few new durable reusable alternatives. Wegreeco washable sandwich wraps are a great alternative to the plastic baggies. These Eco friendly Sandwich Wrap is longevity, practicality compared to a disposable plastic baggie. Now you can have a waste-free lunch!
- 3 Different Size Available: Each package with 3 size. The Small size wrap Dimensions is approx 7.67inch x 7.67inch when open. The Medium size wrap Dimensions is approx 10inch x 10inch when open. The L size wrap Dimensions is approx 13.18inch x 13.19inch when open. Great for picnics, work, school, travel & outdoors.
- Light Weight & Multifunction: Each wrap folds up to enclose your sandwich and doubles as a place mat, which collects the crumbs and provids a clean eating surface for your lunch. These Fabric Sandwich Wrap are versatile enough for veggie sticks, pies,snack foods, cakes,pizza, biscuits, croissants and pasties.
- Flexible Velcro Closure: The wrap contains two Velcro. Adjustable hook and loop closure to keep the food snuggly fit and keep your sandwich fresh. Wegreeco Reusable Sandwich Wrap is uniquiely designed for both your large roll/multiple sandwiches or to re-wrap that small half eaten toddler sandwich for later.Easy for your little fingers to open.
- Easy to Use & Wash: Wrap your sandwiches and rolls in your Wegreeco reusable sandwich wrap. They can be hand washed in warm water with dish soap, or machine wash them in cold water, and are also top-rack dishwasher safe! Air or towel dry. Microwave use is not recommended.
EO Hand Sanitizer Spray, Pack of 2 ($9.99)
- Organic Lavender Essential Oil is naturally antiseptic with antimicrobial benefits
- Fragrant and soothing
- Delivers 62% organic alcohol (non-GMO) to sanitize
- 99.9% Effective against most common germs
- No synthetic fragrances, only pure essential oils
Five Star Student 2018-2019 Academic Year Weekly & Monthly Planner ($9.99)
- Assorted colors/designs
- Lasts all Year. Guaranteed! academic planner is dated for 12 months from August - July. One week per two page spread includes ruled writing space. Weeks are displayed Monday - Sunday with circles.
- One month per two page spread features unruled daily blocks and notes space. Tabbed months. Student reference pages included in front and back of the planner.
- Past/future month calendar blocks shown for reference. Wirebound and includes a clear pocket in the back. 5-1/2" x 8-1/2" page size.
Dated Middle/High School Student Planner for Academic Year 2018-2019 ($8.05)
- 3 different colors
- 112 pages of full color weekly and monthly calendar pages with months and days listed in English and Spanish
- Educational resource pages, character counts page printed on inside cover
- Double laminated, plastic coil binding, 3 hole punched cover with rounded corners
- Dated calendar from Aug 6, 2018- June 30, 2019
Texas Instruments TI-30X IIS 2-Line Scientific Calculator ($8.00)
- Robust, professional grade scientific calculator. Logs and antilogs
- It has 2-line display shows entry and calculated result at same time
- Easily handles 1 and 2 variable statistical calculations and three angle modes (degrees, radians, and grads) and scientific and engineering notation modes
- It has 1-year limited warranty
- The front of the calculator is black, the back cover is in fact a dark blue-gray.
Texas Instruments TI-36X Pro Engineering/Scientific Graphing Calculator ($18.97)
- Ideal for curricula in which graphing technology may not be permitted.
- MultiView display shows multiple calculations at the same time on screen.
- MathPrint shows math expressions, symbols and stacked fractions as they appear in textbooks
- Ideal for high school through college: Algebra 1 & 2, Geometry, Trigonometry, Statistics, Calculus, Biology, etc.
- Convert fractions, decimals and terms including Pi into alternate representations.
- Select degrees/radians, floating/fix, number format modes.
Paper Mate SharpWriter Mechanical Pencils, 0.7mm, HB #2, Assorted Colors, 6 Count ($5.96)
- Mechanical pencil features shock-absorbing tip to reduce lead breakage
- Twistable tip eliminates the need to stop and sharpen
- #2 lead is perfect for standardized tests
- Pink eraser makes do-overs easy
- Includes 6 #2 mechanical pencils, 0.7mm
MyLifeUNIT Fineliner Color Pen Set, Pack of 10 Assorted Colors ($5.95)
- Fineliner 10 Pack in BRILLIANT COLORS, 0.38 mm Fine Point, Assorted, DRY SAFE, Minimal Bleed Thru/ Acid-free Ink.
- Fineliner with superfine, metal-clad tip and outstanding performance in all areas of manga, graphic, design and illustration, easy and comfortable to write.
- Especially used by the designers of Architecutre, AD, Comic (Manga) and Animation for drawing lines and signing
- Line width approx. 0.4 mm. Water-based ink. Washes out of many textiles.
- MyLifeUNIT Color Pen Set, Set of 10 Assorted Colors. Packaged in a soft transparent vinyl bag.
Crayola Classic Fine/Broad Line Markers, Crayons, Colored Pencils ($12.90)
- Complete Coloring Bundle: Crayola Crayons (24ct), Colored Pencils (12ct) Fineline Markers (10ct) & Broadline Markers (10ct) Bundle
- Perfect gift for any age!
- Let your imagination go wild with this color array in all different types of coloring options.
- The best array for all sorts of different types of paper in coloring books and pages.
TOPS 1-Subject Notebooks, Spiral Notebooks, 6-pack ($8.99)
- A CLASSROOM CLASSIC: this 6-pack of 1-subject notebooks helps you identify your subjects at a glance with color-coding efficiency; color assortment may vary
- THE RIGHT RULING: these 8" x 10-1/2", college-ruled notebooks fit more writing per page than wide-ruled sheets; each notebook provides 70 double-sided sheets with red margin lines
- PERFECT PERFORATION: Dependable micro perforated sheets retain your must-have notes but still detach cleanly when you’re ready to revise
- GLIDE FROM PAGE TO PAGE: Your favorite gel or ballpoint pens will move effortlessly across these smooth pages for A+ notes with minimal ink bleeding or show-through
- 3-HOLE PUNCHED: Every notebook comes 3-hole punched to fit a standard binder; take along one notebook or several to save extra trips to the locker
Five Star Spiral Notebook, 1 Subject, Graph Ruled Paper, 100 Sheets ($3.45)
- LASTS ALL YEAR. GUARANTEED!*
- High-quality paper resists ink bleed** so notes stay clear and legible. 1 subject notebook has 100, graph ruled sheets with 4 squares per inch graph. Patented, reinforced storage pockets help prevent tears.***
- One divider with 2 pockets stores letter size notes and hand-outs. Water-resistant plastic front cover and heavy duty paper board back cover protect your notes.
- Spiral Lock wire prevents coil snags so it won’t get caught on your clothes or backpack. The Neat Sheet perforated pages easily tear out with clean edges. Made in the U.S.A.
- Perforated sheets measure 11" x 8 1/2" when torn out. Overall size of 11" x 9 3/4". Assorted colors
AmazonBasics 3-Ring Binder, 1 Inch, 4-Pack ($8.14)
- Black or white color options
- 3-ring binder with round 1-inch rings that hold up to 175 sheets of paper, All binder size refer to ring size, not binder spine.
- Designed for light, everyday use; ideal for organizing projects, presentations, and more
- Customized front/back cover and spine thanks to transparent plastic overlay
- Holds 8-1/2-by-11-inch documents; 2 interior pockets for storing loose sheets
- Binder rings are 1-inches, not the spine
Five Star 4 Pocket Folders, Assorted Colors, 6 Pack ($6.87)
- Keep your school assignments firmly in place with this 4 pocket folder. Vertical and horizontal pockets on each side of the folder not only provide extra storage, but also secure loose papers.
- Durable laminated paper folder also is water resistant, adding yet another layer of protection to your important school work
- The Five Star 4 Pocket Folder is three-hole punched as an easy option for adding to school binders
- Reference charts and conversion tables, along with a multiplication table and other neat and useful information are printed on both sides of this folder
- Holds letter size or 8 1/2” x 11”sheets of papers. Comes in a package of 6.