Reviewed’s guide to back-to-school shopping

You'll need more than #2 pencils and a composition book. [Pack of mechanical pencils; blue backpack; pink water bottle] Photo by BIC / Jansport / Yeti / Reviewed Ahh, back-to-school season. We’ve reached the point in the year when glue sticks and highlighters are consistently out of stock, and colorful backpacks and lunch boxes flood the aisles of big retailers. Before you head into the notebook paper abyss, use our guide to make sure you get things that’ll last your student all year long. Some of our favorite picks are below, but you can find even more [right here](. Enjoy your Monday, Sara Beth Bolin Staff Writer, Newsletters Recommendations are independently chosen by Reviewed's editors. Purchases you make through our links may earn us a commission. [Black backpack; multicolored bento box; purple water bottle; mechanical pencil]( Photo by The North Face / Munchkin / Hydro Flask / Pilot / Reviewed The best school supplies for back-to-school season You don’t need me to remind you that your kiddos are heading back to school in the next few weeks, but you may need a little nudge to go get their school supplies before it all sells out. To make things a little less intimidating, we’ve put together [the ultimate back-to-school list]( for all ages, complete with long-lasting, Reviewed-approved supplies. The biggest (and, arguably, most exciting) thing on the list? A new backpack. [We tested]( a bunch of kids’ backpacks, and [this JanSport one]( was by far the most durable. It’s easy [to wash]( has a great warranty, and comes in nearly 50 colors and patterns. For [older kids and teens]( we recommend either a [North Face Borealis]( or [this JanSport model]( as they’re both big enough to fit laptops and textbooks. We’ve also tested plenty of other essential school supplies, like [mechanical pencils]( [kids water bottles]( and [lunch boxes](. For everything else, head to [our school supplies list]( and hit up [Walmart’s big Back-to-School sale]( for the best deals on everything you need. More Stories #[Model wearing blue sports bra and lime green leggings]( Is CRZ Yoga’s affordable sportswear and athleisure worth it? Cute and comfortable activewear can sometimes cost a pretty penny, but this brand says it doesn't compromise quality for price. We tested CRZ Yoga’s viral workout sets, and found that they’re just as good as the more expensive ones we tried. [READ MORE]( #[iPad Pro]( Is the iPad Pro or MacBook Air a better choice for you? There’s a lot to consider when investing in a new computer. These two setups have similar performance, but differ in practically every other aspect. Here’s how to choose the right one for you. [READ MORE]( #[Privacy divider]( Protect your patio’s privacy in style Whether you have a shared outdoor space or use an apartment patio, chances are you want to have a little bit of privacy while you chill. These solutions not only keep things covered, but are actually stylish, too. [READ MORE]( #[Wine glass]( The best (and worst) glass for your favorite wine Sure, you could pour your wine into any vessel available, but having the right glass can make a difference in your tasting experience. Our expert goes over the dos and don’ts of picking the best glass for your wine. [READ MORE]( Shop these deals - [this robot vacuum]( we love is nearly half off on [amazon](. - the [nordstrom anniversary sale]( is still happening—shop [our picks](. - [athleta's flash sale]( has huge markdowns on the brand's best sellers, including [these leggings](. [Placeholder] JOIN THE CARPOOL [Subscribe to our monthly newsletter]( and get expert guidance for every stage of your parenting journey. [Share with a friend]( [Subscribe]( [Visit us on Facebook!]( [Visit us on Instagram!]( [Visit us on Twitter!]( [Visit us on YouTube!]( [Visit us on Pinterest!]( [Reviewed Logomark]Reviewed is part of the USA Today network Reviewed 19 Brookline St Cambridge, MA 02139-4103 Copyright © 2024 Reviewed, All rights reserved. Is this email not displaying correctly? [View it in your browser](. [Update your email preferences]( or [unsubscribe from this list](