First Grade School Supply List
Starting first grade is a big step—and having the right supplies can make all the difference. This list includes all the essentials your first grader will need for a successful and organized school year. From sharpened pencils and colorful folders to kid-friendly headphones and art supplies, we’ve curated each item to balance practicality, durability, and classroom readiness. Whether you’re shopping early or doing a last-minute run, this list will help you check off everything with confidence.
Click each product below for a bestseller in each category.
Essentials
- Backpack (no wheels, large enough for a folder)
- Lunchbox or bento box
- Reusable water bottle
- Change of clothes (in a labeled bag)
Writing & Drawing Tools
- 24-pack #2 pencils (pre-sharpened if possible)
- Pink erasers (2 large or a pack of pencil toppers)
- Crayons (Crayola 24-pack or 48-pack)
- Washable markers (broad tip, classic colors)
- Colored pencils (12- or 24-pack)
- Dry erase markers (low odor, black)
- Highlighters (2–3 colors)
Paper & Notebooks
- 2 wide-ruled spiral notebooks
- 1 wide-ruled composition notebook
- Pack of wide-ruled loose-leaf paper (optional)
- Construction paper (assorted colors)
Organization & Folders
- 2 plastic pocket folders with prongs (durable)
- 1-inch binder with clear front pocket
- Pencil box or zippered pouch
- Sticky notes or index cards (optional)
Art & Craft Supplies
- Safety scissors (pointed tip for age 6+)
- Washable school glue (Elmer’s)
- Glue sticks (pack of 6+)
- Watercolor paint set
Cleaning & Extras
- Disinfecting wipes (if allowed)
- Tissues (1–2 boxes)
- Hand sanitizer (travel size or pump)
- Zip-top bags (quart and gallon)
- Headphones (over-ear, not earbuds)
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Backpack (no wheels, large enough for a folder)
Bestseller No. 1 
JanSport SuperBreak One Backpacks – Durable, Lightweight Bookbag with 1 Main Compartment, Front…
- Your Forever Pack: Always be ready with the JanSport SuperBreak Backpack. The perfect size for all your essentials and always in…
- Ready for Anything: These backpacks are made with durable 600 denier fabric to ensure they are strong, abrasion-resistant and…
- Hold All Your Essentials: Not too big and not too small, these backpacks feature one main compartment to hold your supplies and…
- Express Yourself: Featuring a simple, classic silhouette that always looks amazing, and available in over 30 different colors and…
- Comfort and Convenience: Made to be reliable and ultra-lightweight, our backpack is always ready to go with a web haul handle!…
Lunchbox or bento box
Bestseller No. 1
The First Grade Friends: Lunch Box Surprise (Hello Reader, Level 1)
- Maccarone, Grace (Author)
- English (Publication Language)
- 32 Pages – 09/01/1995 (Publication Date) – Cartwheel Books (Publisher)
Reusable water bottle
Bestseller No. 1
Pogo 32oz Plastic Water Bottle with Soft Straw Lid and Carry Handle, Reusable, BPA Free, Dishwasher…
- SIP LID: Soft Straw-style lid with leak-proof protective cover makes hydration easy.
- LEAK-PROOF: Flip lid completely covers soft straw and helps ensure your bottle always stays leak free.
- TRAVEL FRIENDLY: The built in carry loop is designed for on-the-go and fits in most cup holders. Perfect for working out and…
- DISHWASHER SAFE: All parts are BPA free and top rack dishwasher safe.
- STURDY: Made of sturdy and stylish Tritan and certified BPA-free.
12-pack #2 pencils
Bestseller No. 1
Ticonderoga Wood-Cased Pencils, Pre-Sharpened, 2 HB Soft, Yellow, 12 Count
- EXCLUSIVE #2 GRAPHITE FORMULA: Proprietary graphite formula mined from carefully controlled sources provides extra smooth…
- PREMIUM WOOD: Harvested from responsibly managed forests, these pencils provide smooth, even sharpening with minimal breakage;…
- LATEX-FREE ERASER: Superior, latex-free eraser removes marks completely without smudging and is securely glued in the signature…
- SAFE FOR KIDS: PMA certified non-toxic so you have the assurance you need to focus on the task at hand
- TRUSTED BRAND: Ticonderoga is part of the Dixon Ticonderoga family of products which includes Prang, Dixon, Pacon, Tru-Ray,…
Pink erasers (2 large or a pack of pencil toppers)
SaleBestseller No. 1
Paper Mate Erasers | Pink Pearl Large Erasers 12 Count
- Smudge-resistant: 100% latex-free and smudge-resistant eraser for clean pages
- Efficient: Sharp corners and flat face help in erasing both fine details and large areas
- Classic Design: Tailored for diverse user needs, from students to artists
- Standardized-Test Suitable: Trusted choice for exams, essays and everyday writing
- Total Count: Pack contains 36 erasers (432 count in total)
Crayons (Crayola 24-pack or 48-pack)
SaleBestseller No. 1
Crayola 48ct Crayons (Pack of 2)
- Perfect for school projects and detail work
- Crayons are the classic kids’ Art tool
Washable markers (broad tip)
Bestseller No. 1
Crayola Broad Line Markers (12 Count), Washable Markers for Kids, Assorted Colors, Arts & Crafts…
- 12 CRAYOLA MARKERS: 12 dazzling Crayola Broad Line Markers to ignite your artistry & celebrate your chromatic flair!
- BROAD LINE MARKERS: Boldly craft powerful expressions, master shading & layering, & explore boundless creativity.
- WASHABLE FORMULA: Fear stains no more! Ultra Clean Washable Markers wash easily from skin, clothes, & surfaces.
- INSPIRE CREATIVITY: Provide countless hours of enchanting artistry for kids and trusty coloring buddies for parents.
- ESSENTIAL SCHOOL SUPPLIES: Embark on an epic back-to-school journey with versatile Crayola markers for notes, projects & artistic…
Colored pencils (12-pack)
Bestseller No. 1
Crayola Erasable Colored Pencils (24ct), Assorted Kids Colored Pencils for Coloring Books, Back to…
- CRAYOLA ERASABLE COLORED PENCILS: Includes 24 Erasable Crayola Colored Pencils in a resealable box.
- VIBRANT COLORS: Explore a palette of 24 rich, vibrant colors that bring artwork to life.
- ERASES EASILY: Create artwork without worry using erasable pencils that effortlessly undo mistakes.
- PRESHARPENED & READY TO USE: Jump right into creative endeavors with colored pencils that are pre-sharpened and ready to use right…
- SMOOTH AND PRECISE: Each pencil glides smoothly on paper, allowing for detailed and precise coloring.
Dry erase markers (low odor, black)
Bestseller No. 1
EXPO Dry Erase Markers, Low Odor Ink, Black, Chisel Tip, 4 Count – Easily Erases, Vibrant Ink, Ideal…
- Chisel tip for broad, medium, or fine lines
- Low-odor ink formula erases cleanly and is ideal for classrooms, offices, and home offices
- For use on whiteboards and most non-porous surfaces
- Bold color is easy to erase and easy to see from a distance
- Includes 4 black dry erase markers
Highlighters (yellow or assorted)
Bestseller No. 1
KOKUYO Beetle Tip Dual Color Highlighter, Fluorescent Markers, Standard Colors Set, Japan Import…
- 3 Pens 6 Colors: yellow/pink, light green/purple, orange/light blue
- Save the Trouble: The highlighter has 2 colors in one penpoint. Simply just turn a penpoint, and you’ll change the color. Save…
- Space Saving: Since one pen in two colors, it is not bulky when carrying multiple fluorescent markers.
- Soft Color: The soft color makes it easy to read the marked words. It is ideal for marking schedule books and reference books…
- Easy to Use: Since it does not require much effort to color code, it can be marked even when standing up, so it is also useful for…
2 wide-ruled spiral notebooks
Bestseller No. 1
Five Star Spiral Notebook + Study App, 6 Pack, 1 Subject, Wide Ruled Paper, 8″ x 10-1/2″, 100…
- LASTS ALL YEAR. GUARANTEED! Guarantee is valid for one year from purchase or delivery date, whichever is longer. Does not cover…
- Scan, study and organize your notes with the Five Star Study App. Create instant flashcards and sync your notes to Google Drive to…
- This 1 subject notebook has 100 double-sided, wide ruled sheets that fight ink bleed and are perforated for easy tear out. Sheets…
- Tough pockets help prevent tears and hold 8″ x 10-1/2″ loose sheets. Durable plastic front cover is water-resistant to help…
- Made with SFI certified paper. Notebook is recyclable – just remove the reinforcement tape on the pocket and recycle the rest!…
1 wide-ruled composition notebook
Bestseller No. 1
Mead Composition Notebook, 3 Pack, Wide Ruled Paper, 7-1/2″ x 9-3/4″, 100 Sheets per Comp Book,…
- Composition book contains 100 double-sided sheets
- Wide ruling gives you plenty of space for notetaking
- Sewn binding is smooth, helps keep pages securely in place and lays flat when open
- Inside covers feature a class schedule, multiplication tables, conversion tables and grammar rules
- Pages measure 7-1/2″ x 9-3/4″. Black marble cover. 3 Pack.
Pack of wide-ruled loose-leaf paper (optional)
SaleBestseller No. 1
Mead Loose Leaf Paper, Wide Ruled Filler Notebook Paper, 8″ x 10-1/2″, 400 Sheets, Fits 3-Ring…
- Wide ruled, double-sided sheets provide plenty of notetaking space. Wide ruling is ideal for the younger student who needs more…
- Paper is 3-hole punched to store in your favorite binder
- Sheets measure 8″ x 10-1/2″
- One pack includes 400 sheets of paper
- Assembled in U.S.A. with U.S. and foreign parts
Construction paper (assorted colors)
SaleBestseller No. 1
Crayola Construction Paper – 480ct (2pck), Bulk Teacher Supplies, Back to School Essentials For…
- BULK CONSTRUCTION PAPER: The 480-count of Crayola Construction Paper features 48 pages (10 unique colors) per pack.
- BACK TO SCHOOL TEACHER SUPPLIES: Crayola school supplies are trusted by teachers and loved by students—perfect for classrooms,…
- CLASSROOM ARTS & CRAFTS: This bulk set is ideal for school projects and classroom crafts.
- HEAVY DUTY: Sturdy art paper that’s both thick and malleable is conveniently bound into a pad for easy accessibility.
- CRAYOLA COLORS: Featured colors include Pink, Red, Orange, Yellow, Green, Blue, Purple, Brown, Black, and White.
2 plastic pocket folders with prongs
Bestseller No. 1
Mr. Pen- Plastic Folders with Pockets and Prongs, 5 Pack, Letter Size, Flexible Plastic Folders with…
- This package includes 5 letter-sized folders with two pockets and 3-hole punch prong fasteners, perfect for school paperwork,…
- Mr. Pen pocket folders with prongs are made of quality plastic material. Each plastic pocket folder is flexible, tear-resistant,…
- Easily store your letter-sized paper documents and business cards in our standard letter-sized folders measuring 9.3” by…
- Keep your loose leaf documents neatly organized using the 2 pockets inside these durable pocket folders, perfect for any…
- Color code all your notes from class or work to organize your notes or documents based on the subject or project.
1-inch binder with clear front pocket
SaleBestseller No. 1
Avery Economy Showcase View 3 Ring Binder, 1 Inch Slant Rings, 1 White Binder (19601)
- Transport your important documents easily in a sturdy binder that provides a simple and lightweight means of organizing your…
- Hold up to 250 pages of 8.5″ x 11″ paper with the 1 inch slant rings; enjoy additional storage for your loose sheets with 2…
- Pages lie flat and turn easily in the 1 inch 3 ring binder with back mounted slant rings that hold up to 250 sheets securely;…
- Get a high-quality look and feel with the deep texture film that features a smoother finish to help hide surface damage on the…
- Easily customize the front and back covers of your clear view binder and the label holder on spine
Pencil box or zippered pouch
Bestseller No. 1
Cinvo Pencil Pouch 3 Ring Binder Pouch Zippered Pencil Case Canvas Pencil Bag with 2 Compartments…
- Recommended Age Grading: 3 years+
- STANDARD BINDER POUCH SIZE- This pencil pouch is 9.8” × 7”(25 × 18 cm), big enough for storing pens, pencils and other items….
- DURABLE CANVAS MATERIAL- Made from strong canvas material with premium smooth zipper and clear PVC top. Built to use a long time…
- TWO ZIPPERED COMPARTMENTS- Each pencil pouch is enclosed with two compartments. One big compartment with PVC top and the small one…
- WIDE APPLICATION- Perfect for offices, schools, teachers, and students. This multi-functioned binder pouch can not only be used to…
Sticky notes or index cards (optional)
Bestseller No. 1
Post-it Super Sticky Notes, 24 Sticky Note Pads, 3 x 3 in., School Supplies, Office Products, 2X The…
- VALUE-PACKED CONVENIENCE: Each pack includes 24 pads of 3 in. x 3 in. notes, with 70 sheets per pad, providing an ample supply for…
- EXPERIENCE THE POWER OF 2X STICKINESS: Post-it Super Sticky Notes offer twice the sticking power of basic sticky notes, ensuring…
- STICK AND RESTICK ANYWHERE: These notes adhere firmly to walls, windows, doors, and other vertical surfaces, allowing you to move…
- VERSATILE AND ESSENTIAL: Post-it Super Sticky Notes are the perfect solution for shopping lists, reminders, to-do lists,…
- VARIOUS SIZES AND SHAPES: Available in different sizes, with or without lines, to cater to your specific needs
Safety scissors (pointed tip for age 6+)
Bestseller No. 1
Scotch Kids Pointed Tip Scissors with Soft Touch, 5 Inches (1442P) (Colors may vary)
- ALL PURPOSE SCISSORS FOR SCHOOL KIDS: Contains 12, 5″ blunt tip scissors for school with a soft comfort grip handle
- SOFT GRIP HANDLES: Soft, comfortable non-slip grip for growing hands ages 4+
- BLUNT TIP: Designed for ages 4 and up
- BACK TO SCHOOL: Ideal for teachers and classrooms
- MULTIPURPOSE SCISSORS: Great for creating memorable art and craft projects at home or in the classroom
Washable school glue (Elmer’s)
Bestseller No. 1
Elmer’s Liquid School Glue, Slime & Craft, Safe and Non-Toxic, Washable, White, 4 Ounces Each, Great…
- Make slime and bond materials like paper, wood, fabric and ceramics
- Safe, washable and non-toxic – ideal for children
- No-run formula is adjustable before setting and dries clear
- The #1 teacher brand, it’s great for arts, crafts and school projects
- Smooth, classic white glue formula is perfect for making slime at home or in the classroom!
Glue sticks (pack of 6+)
Bestseller No. 1
Elmer’s Disappearing Purple School Glue Sticks, Washable, 6 Grams, 12 Count – Back to School,…
- Versatile Application: Bonds to paper, cardboard, foam board, display board, and more
- Color-Changing: Goes on purple and dries clear for easy application
- Safe to Use: Washable, non-toxic, acid-free, and photo safe
- Smooth Application: Applies smoothly without clumps for a clean finish
- Ideal for Creativity: Perfect for arts, crafts, and school projects
Watercolor paint set
Bestseller No. 1
Grabie 50 Colors Watercolor Paint Set, Detail Paint Brush Included, Watercolor Paints, Painting…
- 50 Essential Colors for Every Artist: A carefully curated palette of vibrant, rich pigments that cater to all artistic…
- 6 Premium Brushes Included: Enjoy precision painting with high-quality brushes (sizes 3/0 to 3) featuring fine-pointed tips—no…
- Built-In Mixing Tray for Easy Blending: The integrated mixing space lets you create custom colors effortlessly—no extra tools…
- Beginner-Friendly All-in-One Kit: Perfect for new artists! This set simplifies watercolor painting with ready-to-use colors and…
- Portable Metal Case for Artists On-the-Go: Everything stores neatly in a sturdy metal “tool box”—ideal for travel, classrooms,…
Disinfecting wipes (if allowed)
SaleBestseller No. 1
Clorox Disinfecting Wipes, Bleach Free, Household Essentials, Fresh Scent, Moisture Seal Lid, 75…
- DISINFECTING WIPES: Clorox Disinfecting Wipes are proven to kill COVID-19 Virus* in 15 seconds; cleans and kills 99.9% of viruses…
- EASY PULL PACK: New easy to pull flip top pack allows for the easiest way to clean and disinfect: open with one hand dispenses one…
- MULTI-SURFACE CLEANER: Germs and messes occur on more than kitchen counters and bathroom surfaces, conveniently tackle any tough…
- ALL PURPOSE WIPE: Easy to stack space saving pack allows you to take Clorox Disinfecting wipes anywhere including on the go
- NO BLEACH: Disinfect and deodorize with the fresh smell of Clorox disinfecting wipes for a bleach-free, all-in-one cleaning…
Tissues (box)
SaleBestseller No. 1
Kleenex Ultra Soft Facial Tissues, 4 Cube Boxes, 60 Tissues per Box, 3-Ply (240 Total), Packaging…
- WHAT’S INCLUDED — 4 cube boxes of Kleenex Ultra Soft Facial Tissues, 3-Ply, 60 tissues per box (240 tissues total)
- FOR THE BIG AND LITTLE MOMENTS — Back to school season, allergy season, holiday season, graduation season, and every season in…
- SILKY SOFTNESS— These facial tissues are made with 3 layers of silky-soft strength that’s gentle on watery eyes and runny…
- ALLERGIST APPROVED — Our tissues are hypoallergenic, dermatologist tested, and allergist approved
- SAVE YOUR TOILET PAPER — When it comes to blowing your nose, Kleenex has got you covered. Our tissues are made with Clean Shield…
Hand sanitizer (travel size)
Bestseller No. 1
Purell Advanced Hand Sanitizer Gel Infused with Essential Oils, Calming Lavender, 2 fl oz…
- Give yourself a refresh as you eliminate germs with PURELL Advanced Hand Sanitizer Essentials with Calming Lavender
- Kills 99.99 percent of most common germs that may cause illness without damaging skin; outperforms other hand sanitizers ounce for…
- Mild formulation is perfect for frequent use and is free of parabens, phthalates, and preservatives, so it doesn’t dry out or…
- Place these travel-size bottles in your purse, gym bag, diaper bag, or briefcase for a quick and easy way to sanitize hands when…
- Case includes: 6 – PURELL Advanced Hand Sanitizer Essentials, 2 fl oz travel-size pump bottles
Zip-top bags (quart and gallon)
Bestseller No. 1
24/7 Bags- Variety Zip Storage Bags, 275 Count, 4 Sizes Including 2 Gallons, Easy Grip Open Tabs,…
- ⭐️Closing Sound: Feel comfortable knowing your bag is fully closed with the sound of the zipper closing; As you close the bag…
- ⭐️Food Grade: All of our bags are made of BPA-FREE polythene plastic; This makes the bags safe for direct food contact whether…
- ⭐️Store, Protect & Transport: These bags take up less space and can hold more than your average small container; The strong…
- ⭐️Service: If you by any chance do not feel satisfied with our bags and or have any questions regarding our products, please…
Headphones (over-ear, not earbuds)
Bestseller No. 1
Koss KPH7 Lightweight Portable Headphone, Black
- Adjustable headband for comfort and secure fit
- 3.5mm plug and 4 ft. cord
- Deep base response
- Frequency response 80-18,000 hz, 91db SPL sensitivity
- 32 Ohms
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