Parents across the country are looking for creative ways to offset back-to-school costs, and one smart purchase could save them hundreds of dollars on supplies.
A late July survey from U.S. News found that 85% of Americans are concerned about back-to-school prices, with the threat of tariffs impacting prices on basic supplies. The National Retail Federation estimated that school spending is expected to average around $858 per household in 2025.
But, back-to-school shopping doesn’t need to be chaotic, overwhelming, or outrageously expensive — if you know where to find the right deals. Take Amazon, for example, where shoppers can sift through a dedicated back-to-school section and snag the newly-released 44-piece School Supply Kit for just $18. It’s on sale for 21% off today, right in time for the start of the school season.
For a fraction of the national average, students will be stocked up on the majority of the essentials — that is, a bundle of colorful pens, pencils, sticky notes, scissors, highlighters, notebooks, glue sticks, and a plethora of other desk supplies that they’ll need for staying on top of their studies this school year. Of course, it comes with backups for when they lose things, too.
The Amazon Basics Student Success Kit is already flying off the shelves, with thousands of parents calling it a genius hack and time-saver, and others claiming that it has ‘almost everything’ you need to cross off the school supply list.
Skip the trips to the stores, scavenger hunt through aisles, and disagreements over marker brands and pencil box colors. Thousands of parents are purchasing Amazon’s new school supply set and rave about how well-curated it is for students of all ages.
“I picked up this 44-piece student success kit as a way to jumpstart the school year for one of our kids, and it really exceeded my expectations,” one shopper shared. “It’s rare to find a school supply set that feels both complete and practical without any fluff or filler, but this one does exactly that.”
The stationery supplies are offered in a variety of shades for color-coding. Writing supplies are simple and neat, with plenty of room for labeling. Plus, parents say the addition of a ruler, scissors, and a sharpener rounds out the value, making it a very ‘smart buy’ ahead of the school year.
More back-to-school deals on Amazon
Owala FreeSip Twist Insulated Stainless Steel Water Bottle
The Owala FreeSip Twist Insulated Water Bottle is sleek and spill-proof, featuring a twist-open lid, built-in straw, and triple-layer insulation. Snag it now in your favorite shade
Sized just right for little shoulders, the Simple Modern Toddler Backpack features playful designs and enough space for snacks, school supplies, and favorite toys.
Bentgo Kids Prints Leak-Proof Kids Lunch Box
The Bentgo Kids Lunch Box is designed with five practical compartments for perfect portioning of fruits, veggies, entrees, and snacks. Its leak-proof, BPA-free design keeps food fresh and mess-free.
This article was written by Miska Salemann, New York Post Commerce Journalist. As a Gen Z first-time mother of one, Miska tests baby, maternity and postpartum products ranging from stylish new kids clothes to long-trusted diaper brands with her daughter. She evaluates baby- and mom-approved products for practicality and quality, and consults medical and parenting experts to weigh in on safe ingredients, usage and more. Before arriving at the Post, she covered the lifestyle and consumer verticals for the U.S. Sun.
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