After a hard year of virtual school, most kids who attend a school outside of the home or aren't homeschooled will likely go back to the classroom this fall. Many parents are psyched, we're sure, whether it's to get their kids out of the house or to get back to normal, or both.
It's still early to think about homework, and hard to predict where we'll be come fall, but it's never too early for those deals, and we found retailers that already have them. Whether it's school supplies like glue, pencils, notebooks, and crayons, or a new pair of sneakers that actually fit, these stores have great sales on those type of items for back-to-school time.
Target
Good news for Target addicts, which is likely everyone: Target has already kicked off the back-to-school deals online. At this moment, teachers have a big discount at 15% off classroom supplies. For everyone else, there's also a BOGO (Buy One Get One) 50% off on select backpacks, FUNtainers, and lunchboxes. More discounts will be coming, no doubt.
Staples
Staples is also a parent favorite when it comes to back-to-school shopping. The retailer has everything kids and teachers need to kick off the school year. The retailer has also started promoting its deals, specifically super low prices on supplies, which start at 97 cents. Currently, binders are going for less than $2 a piece.
Adidas
It's important (and sometimes necessary) for parents to get constantly growing kids a fresh pair of shoes going into the school year. Adidas is prepared for the shoe rush and has already launched deals on certain sneakers as well as apparel. Shoppers just need to use the code "FRESH" at checkout to get money off of their order.
Apple
If we learned anything the last year and a half, it's that technology is crucial for staying connected and also for helping kids learn. For this school year, Apple has a sale on some of its tech products, including laptops and AirPods. Deals include the company's MacBook Air, which is on sale for $899 and comes with a free set of AirPods.
Macy's
Macy's has a ton of items year-round for families, but it has great back-to-school items, too, from themed backpacks to clothes and more. This year, Macy's has already launched its back-to-school deals, which include backpacks starting at $24.99. Designs include Pokemon, uncicorns, Minecraft, and Roblox.
Nike
There's never too many places to shop for kicks and Nike is one of them. But a cool thing about the Nike brand is that it also has clothing, which makes its back-to-school sale super exciting. For example, these Nike React vision sneakers are 18% off. There's also a sale section on the website.
North Face
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Will North Face ever go out of style? We don't think so. The brand has marked down some items for back-to-school season for parents who want to snag some fall and winter gear early, from fleeces to gloves, boots, and hats. There's also jacket deals for under $100 as well as backpack deals and hoodies for under $50.
Kohl's
Kohl's is a favorite place to shop for lots of people, whether it's back-to-school season or not. There's always great deals to be had. But it's an especially great place for back-to-school clothes and accessories. The store has T-shirts starting at $7.99, 25% off uniforms, denim for less than $20, and activewear for less than $30.
J.C. Penney
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J.C. Penney
Is it back-to-school time without a J.C. Penney sale? We think not. The retailer sells everything from backpacks to water bottles, activewear, shoes, denim, and more. Pants are a particularly good bargain right now if you use the code 4BASICS to get up to 40% off.
Walmart
Most people know they are likely to find lots of school supplies (and everything else) at Walmart. It has pens, pencils, markers, and other supplies ready to go for the school year. Of note are marble notebooks which have been marked down from 88 cents to 50 cents, because a kid can never have too many.
Zappos
Zappos is the one-stop shop for all shoes needs at an affordable price. But the retailer is having sales that make its shoes even more of a must-buy item before kids head back to the classroom. Lots of the sneakers on sale have been marked down to under $100 while others in the $130 range are now $100-$115.
Bed Bath & Beyond
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Bed Bath & Beyond
Bed Bath & Beyond is a dream for those who love to decorate their homes, but it's also an amazing place to shop for older kids who are heading off to college and have their dorms to furnish. The retailer has all a college-bound kid could want, from sheets and bedding to laundry bins and toiletries. Bed Bath & Beyond has a whole page on its site dedicated to college items and 20% off for shoppers who sign up for an account.
Gap
Gap has been around for decades, but that's only because it's tried and true when it comes to simple, long-lasting closet staples kids will need to have to get through the school year. For example, sale shirts and sweaters, which can also be used as part of a school uniform, are $10 to $20 off the original price. Some are $30 off.
Nordstrom
Nordstrom isn't just a place to find dresses or high-end beauty products. It also has lots of great quality clothes and accessories for kids. And lots of those things are already on sale for back-to-school season. Vans that were $37 are now 40% off and down to $22. Also on sale are kids' shorts, sneakers, hoodies, and dresses.
Dollar Tree
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Dollar Tree
Dollar Tree is underrated when it comes to school supplies. The retailer is affordable and have supplies that will get the job done this school year. Items being sold for cheaper prices (usually $1 for multi-packs) include almost all of the teacher section: Crayola crayons, colored pencils, glue, pencils, erasers, and more.
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