The search for school supplies is the leitmotif that animates the first days of September. It doesn’t matter if it’s for the sprimary school, middle school, high school or high school: after having identified the perfect backpack, the next step for families all over Italy is the search for pens, pencils, pencil cases, notebooks, sketchbooks, preferably on sale.
Just as pointed out by idealwhich analyzed the price trend of essential products for returning to school, today we find ourselves having to face an expense of approximately 334 euros per child, 14% more compared to 2023. To which, then, add other essential products for school such as thermal water bottles, lunch boxes and more.
But how can you save on a necessary and mandatory expense? The answer is in research, price comparison and online purchase. But be careful not to compromise quality by always aiming for the lowest price, instead it is better to opt for smarter solutions with maxi packs, which will be useful throughout the year, or for refillable formats to also reduce plastic consumption.
And for the rest? Just follow our list of tips and buy the essential products for a school start with a school kit ready to sparkle
The diary
The diary is perhaps the thing that most identifies young people who go to school. And if in the early years it is provided by the school, as the years pass, tastes and styles begin to develop that are also reflected in aesthetic taste. The choice is difficult, but there is still time before the bell that starts the year.
The pencil case
After the backpack, the pencil case is one of the first objects that people look for and buy. And it’s easy to understand why: this item will spend entire days on display on the counter and, in addition to containing the material, it will sometimes also contain messages and small harmless secrets. The discriminant for the choice? That it is easily washable, to renew it from year to year or repair small damages due to markers or pens left accidentally open.
Pens (coloured and not)
The colored ones are used to highlight themes, notes or brighten up notes, while the erasable ones are used to demonstrate that nothing is ever irreparable. The world of pens is truly infinite and there is one for every need. Today the colored ones, especially gel ones, are the most loved by teenagers, while the erasable ones have evolved becoming a tool no longer for the use and consumption of the little ones, but also of the older ones thanks to the versions with snap cap and compatible refill. A good idea to cut costs and do good for the world.
The complete pencil case
There are so many pencil cases in the world, but in the first years of school, we tend to prefer the multi-level models with multiple zips. The reason? The ease of tidying up and the possibility of having everything at hand at a glance. Furthermore, all the school material is already provided inside. In this case, it is better not to forget to add customizable labels, easily found online, so as to never lose sight of anything.
The highlighters
As many as 23 highlighters, one for every passion and for every mood. This set is loved by both students and professionals. stationary lover who can’t do without them. The plus? The stand that allows you to have them all in sight and choose your favorite based on your day.
The pencils
Some call them pencils, some call them lapis. The fact is that wooden and graphite pencils are very important, both for taking notes and for drawing. If the student in question loses them easily or loves them in particular, it is better to opt for the maxi pack and save money. For the little ones, however, the proposal is in pencils with a triangular shape and non-slip shapes for a relaxed grip and perfect for learning to write. In addition to being in different colors and in different shades, it is possible to choose both the left-handed and right-handed model.
The notebooks
The more the better. Notebooks are the basis of school, but not all are the same. Instead of opting for patterns, colors and strange drawings, it is better to go for monochromatic products but with quality paper. This, subjected to the stress of colors, writings and erasures, will not suffer any damage.
The markers
Markers are essential in the early years, but they can also be useful in middle school and high school for lettering or to highlight important patterns and parts. These have a full, intense color and, above all, they last over time and do not fade after a few uses.
The sketchbooks
In the early years of school they are used for hand-drawn works and free drawing, but as time goes by they become important for technical subjects. When it comes to sketchbooks, it is better to opt for quality, like those from Fabriano, and then move on to style: smooth, rough, squared and so on.
The glue stick
Especially for the little ones, it is better to stock up on them. This is one of the best on the market, it has a recycled pack and allows you to glue sheets, cards and more consolidated structures without too much effort. One of the most recommended for school.
Source: Vanity Fair
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