School Shopping Guide

Scissors, a pack of pens, stickie notes, a small notebook and a pack of pencils

Fall is the perfect time to plan for school shopping. And whether you've got a young child in kindergarten or a young adult away at college, our handy shopping tips help you ease back into the school year.

School shopping tips

When it comes to shopping for school, you can't go wrong if you buy now and buy in bulk. School-bound kids of all ages will go through plenty of pencils, paper, pens and other supplies, so be sure to purchase enough items for the entire school year.

Before heading out to make your purchases, see what's on sale — check out the Giant Eagle^® specials. With a little planning, you'll be able to save big on the items your family needs most.

Essential school supplies

Pens — Kids love the smooth feel of writing with pens. Visit Giant Eagle^® and stock up on several packs of Academix pens for the school year.

Pencils — For art projects, math homework and standardized tests, pencils come in handy. Pick up plenty of Academix pencils — and stock up on extra erasers, too! (Hint: No. 2 pencils are preferred for test-taking, so look for 10-packs of Academix No. 2 yellow pencils at your local Giant Eagle^®.)

Scissors — Whether your kid is living in a dorm room for the first time or learning how to cut and paste, one or two pairs of Academix scissors should be on your school shopping list. (Hint: Pick up an extra pair for yourself, and keep them around the house!)

Sticky notes — When the school year is in full swing, to-do lists grow longer and longer. Help your child — or yourself — stay organized with Academix sticky notes. They also make great household helpers for making grocery lists or leaving reminders!

Hand sanitizer — Back-to-school season means cold season. Help your child stay healthy with Top Care^® hand sanitizer in assorted sizes and scents. This alcohol-based sanitizer staves off germs without drying sensitive skin — so it's perfect for on-the-go cleaning!

Other supplies — Visit Giant Eagle^® and stock up on other great supplies for the school year. Some popular items from our trusted family of brands include: