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Most simple school supplies like stationery, writing tools, and small accessories don’t cost a lot, but that doesn’t mean they’re all of equal quality. With the cyclical nature of school shopping every semester and the pure quantity of supplies you need to cross off your list, you probably want to make sure you’re not wasting time and money buying shoddy products.
As you fill up your cart with the necessary school supplies this season, be on the lookout for deals, while keeping in mind the brands that have proven to be durable and reliable.
Below are 20 school supplies that cost $ 10 or less and are actually worth your money.
Make sure you’re fully prepared for the back-to-school season with these guides:
- The best school supplies for students K-12
- 8 online retailers that save you time and money on school supplies and back-to-school essentials
- 12 back-to-school sales going on right now — for students of every age
- 8 places to shop for back-to-school supplies — that also donate resources, snacks, and more to children in need
Bright highlighters in all the colors you’ll need
Target
Yoobi Mini Highlighters Multicolor 10-Pack, $ 4.99, available at Target
Composition books for less than $ 1
Staples
Staples Wide Ruled Composition Notebook, $ 0.50, available at Staples
A scientific calculator you can use for all your math classes and standardized tests
Amazon
Texas Instruments TI-30X IIS 2-Line Scientific Calculator, $ 8.88, available at Amazon
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