The school bell may not be ringing quite yet, but Amazon is ringing in the hottest back-to-school deals ahead of this year’s semester.
To help you gear up for the upcoming days filled with spiral-bound notebooks, newly white lace-up sneakers and hopping from class to class, the Post Wanted team curated a custom edit of the only Amazon products and deals you’ll need.
From comfortable-to-wear backpacks to student-only discounts on audible, Amazon Music and Prime Video, you’ll want to shop, save and score big before your first day.
Best of all? Head to Amazon this week to save $10 for every $50 you spend on select Back-to-School products, including options from BIC, Post-Its, Scotch, and more.
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- Best Tech Deals on Amazon
Best School Supplies Deals on Amazon
Paper Mate Profile Retractable Ballpoint Pens (12-Count)
For an impressive 63% off right now, you can’t pass up the Paper Mate Profile Retractable Ballpoint Pens. This 12-pack boasts more than 32,000 applauding reviews and more than 10,000 shoppers purchased the budget-friendly essentials this month alone. Be sure to grab them while they’re on sale.
BIC Xtra-Smooth Mechanical Pencils with Erasers (40-Count)
For less than $10 right now, you can’t pass up the BIC Xtra-Smooth Mechanical Pencils with Erasers. This 40-pack is ideal for any age, any grade, and will certainly last you for the entire school year — and then some. Plus, it’s a fantastic score if you’re shopping for more than one student.
Mr. Pen- Highlighter, 8 Pack
The Mr. Pen Highlighter pack includes eight vibrant colors, perfect for adding a splash of brightness to your notes and documents. Each highlighter features a chisel tip for versatile highlighting, from fine lines to broad strokes. The quick-drying, smudge-free ink ensures clean, efficient marking.
Mr. Pen- Binder Clips, 1.25 inch, 25 Pack
Organize your documents neatly with Mr. Pen Binder Clips. This 25-pack includes 1.25-inch clips that securely hold papers together without causing damage. Ideal for both office and home use, they offer a strong grip and come in a durable, sleek metal design for reliable performance.
Marvel Spiderman Superhero 2-Pc Kids Backpack and Lunch Box
The Marvel Spiderman 2-Piece Kids Backpack and Lunch Box set features vibrant Spiderman graphics that kids will love. The backpack has ample space with adjustable straps for comfort, while the lunch box keeps meals fresh. Perfect for young superhero fans, this set combines practicality with fun.
SUNEE Spiral Notebooks (4-Pack)
Simplistic and aesthetically pleasing, the SUNEE Spiral Notebooks is a four-pack that’s elegant, flaunts lined pages and picture-perfect sizes for taking notes and jotting key information down. Now, enjoy 35% off for a limited time.
Texas Instruments TI-30XIIS Scientific Calculator
For your AP Statistics and calculus courses, we recommend grabbing the Texas Instruments TI-30XIIS Scientific Calculator. Impressively, it’s 57% off and a No. 1 Amazon best-seller. Plus, it includes everything you’d need — from logs to degrees and radians.
Zebra Pen Mildliner Double-Ended Highlighter Set (5-Pack)
Our favorite highlighters are on sale for just $7, and you need them for all of your pretty note-taking. Shop the Zebra Pen Mildliner Double-Ended Highlighter Set for a five-pack that won’t bleed through your pages and won’t smudge. Yes, and yes.
Best Clothing and Shoes Deals on Amazon
Levi’s Women’s 311 Shaping Skinny Jeans
When we see a back-to-school sale on Levi’s, we run. Shop the brand’s Women’s 311 Shaping Skinny Jeans that have a flattering fit that’s class-ready. Plus, they’re so versatile, they match nearly any outfit.
For more options, check out our guide to the best women’s jeans.
adidas Originals Unisex-Child Swift Run 22 Sneaker
Unisex and on an unbeatable sale, the adidas Originals Swift Run 22 Sneaker is perfect for your child as they walk, skip and sprint back to school. With a classic brand-embossed design and secure-lace fit, they should be on everyone’s list and make a great addition to any back to school outfit.
Keds Women’s Kickstart Seasonal Solid Sneaker
This wouldn’t be a true back-to-school shopping list without a mention of Keds, the universally known ‘classic’ back-to-school shoes. Now, its Women’s Kickstart Seasonal Solid Sneaker is 25% off to add a timeless, tried-and-true white pair to your collection.
For more options, check out our guide to the best white sneakers.
Levi’s Girls’ Denim Trucker Jacket
Available in both toddler and kids’ sizes, the Levi’s Girls’ Denim Trucker Jacket is that traditional outerwear piece that’ll serve as a trusty staple for school season and beyond. With more than 1,000 positive reviews, this style won’t break the bank (especially now that it’s less than $25!)
For adult options, check out our guide to the best women’s denim jackets.
Best Backpacks and Lunch Boxes Deals on Amazon
UGRACE Vintage Laptop Backpack with USB Charging Port
Elegant, slim and wonderfully designed, the UGRACE Vintage Laptop Backpack is complete with a USB Charging Port to make it the ultimate high school and college pack yet. Not only does it look designer but it’s less than $30 in all of the colors you can choose from on Amazon.
For more options, check out our guides to the best men’s backpacks and women’s backpacks.
Bentgo Classic All-in-One Stackable Lunch Box
With a whopping 48,000 reviews — and counting — the Bentgo Classic All-in-One Stackable Lunch Box is the ultimate portable option for your meals, available in a classic catalog of colors and now less than $20. Inside, you’ll find two containers, a built-in plastic utensil set and a nylon sealing strap.
For more options, check out our guide to the best adult lunch boxes.
Upstreman 1.7 Cu.ft Mini Fridge with Freezer
The Upstreman 1.7 Cu.ft Mini Fridge offers compact storage with a built-in freezer compartment. Ideal for dorms, offices, or small apartments, it features adjustable shelves and a sleek design. Its efficient cooling system ensures reliable performance, keeping your food and beverages fresh and easily accessible.
Iron Flask Stainless Steel Water Bottle
For a portable water bottle you can take with you to class and beyond, shop the Iron Flask Stainless Steel Water Bottle. It’s more than 50% off on Amazon right now, has the wide-mouth straw we look for and will come in handy when you need it most.
adidas Excel 6 Backpack
The adidas Excel 6 Backpack is, without a doubt, the signature back-to-school backpack. Now, you can score the carry-all for less than $60 — the comfortable and spacious option that’ll fit a variety of textbooks, notebooks and more.
EASYFUN Insulated Lunch Bag
Truth be told, this is everything we’re looking for in a lunch carry-all. The EASYFUN Insulated Lunch Bag is available in a plethora of colors, has an easy-carry strap and serves as a leakproof cooler. Plus, more than 10,000 Amazon shoppers purchased it this month alone, adding to its No.1 best-seller status.
Best Tech Deals on Amazon
Apple iPad (10th Generation)
The stunning Apple iPad is the savvy back-to-school tech upgrade that is compatible with the Apple Pencil (2nd Generation) for next-level note-taking. We personally own one (and swear by it), so it’s worth the buy at $50 off.
For more options, check out our guide to the best tablets to buy on Amazon.
Soundcore by Anker P20i True Wireless Earbuds
For an affordable pair of wireless earbuds, you can’t go wrong with the Soundcore by Anker P20i True Wireless Earbuds. They’re nearly 40% off, have an impressive 36,000 rave reviews — and then some — and boast a 30-hour battery and more colors to choose from.
Anlmz 3-in-1 Charging Station for iPhone, Smartwatch & AirPods
To elevate your space, the Anlmz 3-in-1 Charging Station is the ‘charging trifecta,’ thanks to its ability to charge your iPhone, smartwatch and AirPods. This best-selling option is now 56% off — one of the most impressive deals yet.
INIU Portable Charger
To celebrate the back-to-school shopping season, the INIU Portable Charger is on sale right now and is your back pocket’s lifesaver. It’s compatible with smartphones and all USB devices, to make it even more of a must-have.
Not to mention, it has one of the highest numbers of positive reviews on Amazon at 41,000, with more than 10,000 shoppers flocking to purchase it monthly.
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