The back to school supplies that every kid needs in 2024

Parenting News 09 Jan 24 By

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All the gear for the new school year.

As children prepare to head back to school over the coming weeks, we’ve rounded up a list of key items they will need for the new year.

From on-trend pencil cases to insulated drink bottles and bento lunchboxes, this curated collection of school must-haves will ensure your little learner will not only make a stylish statement in the classroom but that they will also stay organised for the new school year.

10 must-have school supplies

Fidget Pop Pencil Case

Fidget Pop Pencil Case (Rainbow), RRP $19.99, from Catch.com.au

Could this Fidget Pop pencil case BE any more on trend? This shockproof and waterproof pencil case that stores and organises all your child’s pens, pencil, textas and more.

It is designed with a simple, main compartment that has an impressive internal capacity.


Crayola 18 Pack Washable Doodle Scents Markers - Assorted

Crayola 18 Pack Washable Doodle Scents Markers (Assorted), RRP $13, Target

Washable Doodle Scents markers smell like fun places and tasty foods that kids love, such as the outdoors, popcorn, and lemonade. They have cute character illustrations like ‘Buttered Popcorn,’ ‘Lemonade Stand,’ and ‘Barn Yard.’ The markers last longer, and you can revive the tip by dipping it in water. Plus, Crayola’s washable ink easily comes off machine-washable clothes. Enjoy mess-free and scented doodling!


Bento Lunchbox Peach Native Birds, Woodland Wares

Bento Lunchbox Peach Native Birds, RRP $49, Woodland Wares

The Woodland Wares bento style lunchbox has generous compartments that are ideal for nude foods, snacks and fruit. Made from BPA free and food safe approved recylced plastic, the lunchboxes are dishwasher safe and the silicon seal is removable to prevent any mould issues. The mould also makes the middle compartment leakproof and suitable for wet foods like dips and yoghurt.

Check out the range of designs and colours at Woodland Wares.


Smash Wetsuit Large Pencil Case - Oct Troller

Smash Wetsuit Large Pencil Case, RRP $10, Big W

Kids can keep their stationey organised with the Smash Large Wetsuit Pencil Case. Made from sturdy and durable material, this case comes with two compartments, a stylish all-over print, and a secure zipper closure.


FUNtainer Vacuum Insulated 355ml Drink Bottle Astronaut

Thermos FUNtainer Vacuum Insulated 355ml Drink Bottle, RRP $32.95 (on sale $19.77), Myer

Thanks to its advanced vacuum insulation, this Thermos bottle will keep drinks at the perfect temperature for up to 12 hours. The easy-to-use hygienic push-button lid comes with a handy pop-up silicone mouthpiece. Built tough for kids, the stainless steel interior and exterior can handle the bumps and scrapes of school life.


Spring Street Style large c.lear case

Spring Street Style Large Clear Case, RRP from $44.95

The Spring Street Style’s signature large case is perfect for grabbing your essentials on the fly. Toss it into bigger bags or rock it solo. With dimensions of 30 cm (l) x 23 cm (h), this spacious case is crafted from top-notch PVC, complete with a gold zipper and sturdy metal hardware. Plus, its transparent design makes it easy to spot what’s inside.

thermos funtainer

Thermos FUNtainer 290ml Vacuum Insulated Food Jar Whimsical Clouds Navy, on sale $19.17, Myer

Whether you want to keep food warm or cool, this Thermos food jar has you covered! With advanced vacuum insulation technology ensuring maximum temperature retention, meals stay hot or cold throughout the day. Perfect for a tasty school lunch that has been carried around in a bag all day.


Dettol Chamomile Hand Sanitiser WIth Pink Clip - 50mL

Dettol Chamomile Hand Sanitiser WIth Pink Clip – 50mL, RRP $4

This handy sanitiser can be clip onto a school bag, ensuring that effective hand hygiene is always within reach.

Dettol Healthy Touch Instant Hand Sanitiser Refresh with Aloe Vera kills 99.99% of germs without water.


Amitié Lane Unicorn Toys for Girls Scented Markers Set - Unicorn Pencil Case - Unicorn Gifts For Girls 6-8, For Art and Craft Colouring - Incl Augmented Reality App

Fruit Scented Markers Set with Unicorn Pencil Case, RRP $34.95, Amazon

This unicorn scented marker set is unlike any other!

Included are 10 x scented jumbo markers, 10 x scented fine markers, 12 x scented twistable crayons and 12 x mini glitter gel pens.

Plus, four sheets of scented stickers, featuring Itsy Unicorn. You can also download seven Itsy Unicorn colouring sheets to print.

Also, download Itsy Unicorn’s World app and scan the case to spawn Itsy Unicorn in her magical world – it’s a fully interactive 3D experience.


bbox sippy cup

b.box sippy cup, RRP $14.95

Ideal for your little daycare kid or preschooler, this award-winning sippy cup features an innovative weighted straw that moves with the liquid, whatever angle the cup is tilted so tots can drink to the very last drop.

The unique two-way valve straw ensures easy drinking and no leaks when serving warm and cool drinks.


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