No matter how much we wish it would last, summer ends much too soon in our home. Before I know it, I am scrambling to gather all of the back to school supplies we need to get us through at least the start of the year. I'm not alone either, back to school shopping can be a real hassle nationwide, as parents scour the aisles looking for each item on the very detailed list given to them by their children's teachers. Have you seen the school supply aisle about a week before school? Yeah, it's kind of scary. That's why, I aim to have a hassle free experience shopping for school supplies this year.

Make One Master List

The only time I have forgotten something on my children's back to school lists is when I have kept them separate. If you have multiple children or even one child with lists from multiple teachers, do yourself a favor and turn it into one master list. You can separate it with headings so you know what child gets what supply, but make sure all of the lists are combined on one paper.

Go Shopping Solo

I know that back to school time is exciting for most children, but the reality is, you will likely spend more and stress levels will rise if you bring your kids along for the back to school shopping ride. Pick up a few fun items and make it a surprise when you get home, or ask them their favorite character of the moment and pick up some themed items, but do yourself a favor and do the shopping solo.

Better Yet, Shop Online

Okay, so it may not be what you're used to and you will have to wait a few days for your items to arrive, but I have found that shopping online for school supplies, or really anything, is absolutely hassle free. You don't have to bring the kids but they can still pick out items, you don't have to fight the crowds and you don't have to deal with stores potentially being out of the items you need. OfficeSupply.com is one of the places you can find a wide range of back to school supplies to make shopping easy, they even offer free shipping for orders over $45.

Look Out for Discounts

Online shopping is definitely hassle free, but if you're afraid that it might be more pricey, just keep your eye out for discount codes. For instance, OfficeSupply.com is currently running a promotion that gives you 15% off a $100 purchase simply by using the code JUST4YOUAUG, and don't forget that you can get free shipping on your order over $45. The code is good from 8/1-8/31, so you still have plenty of time to use it.


So, if you are looking for a hassle free way to shop for school supplies this year, utilize the tips above, visit OfficeSupply.com today, and get your shopping done quickly and easily while saving a bundle.

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This post was written in collaboration with OfficeSupply.com, all opinions are my own.