10 clever ways to save on school supplies
As summer starts to wind down and the new school year fast approaches, so does the all-too-familiar stress of back-to-school shopping. New backpacks, trendy clothing, snazzy binders, bento lunch boxes?not only can all the choices be overwhelming, but they also add up quickly. That?s why we?ve rounded up the best ways you can save money and keep your cool while picking up school essentials for your kids.
1. Make a shopping list and set a budget
The first step is to determine what your kids actually need?and don’t need?for the new school year. Work together to create a list of all the supplies that are essential, as well as those that are just ?wants.? To get started, review the school supply list your kid’s teacher provided (if applicable), and check out our printable school supplies checklist. From there, think about how your budget lines up with the list. Prioritize the essentials, of course; then you can start adding items from the optional list. Kids can even help budget if they have some loonies and toonies stashed away in their piggy banks?it?s a great way to teach them about the value of money! 2. Do an inventory sweep
Before you start making any actual purchases, do a sweep of your house. Check through your closets, storage bins, your art supplies and even last year’s school bags for extra supplies you may have laying around. It?s a great idea to reuse and recycle what you already have before buying new supplies. With all the treasures you find, con...
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