Kindergarten supply list

Backpack

No wheels — most schools ask for this so it fits the cubby

1 Shop

Crayons, 24 count

Crayola if your list specifies. Standard size, not jumbo or fun-effects.

3 boxes Shop

Washable markers

One broad tip, one fine tip, classic colors

2 packs Shop

Glue sticks

Elmer's large size, washable. Buy extra — kindergarten burns through them.

6 Shop

Blunt-tip scissors

5-inch Fiskars-style, rounded tip

1 pair Shop

#2 pencils, pre-sharpened

Ticonderoga if specified. No mechanical pencils.

1 pack of 12 Shop

Dry erase markers

Expo fine tip, black, low odor

1 pack of 4 Shop

Primary composition notebooks

The kind with a blank top half for drawing

2 Shop

Two-pocket folders

Plastic lasts the year; paper usually doesn't

2 Shop

Plastic pencil box

Hard-sided, standard size

1 Shop

Headphones

Over-ear, straight plug. Many schools specifically exclude earbuds.

1 pair Shop

Box of tissues

Classroom supply

2 Shop

Disinfecting wipes

Classroom supply

2 containers Shop

Zip-top bags

Gallon or quart — schools often split this by last name

1 box Shop

Labeled water bottle

Plastic, not metal

1 Shop

Kindergarten common / standard school supplies