Our top picks for the kids' back-to-school essentials

With the new school year fast approaching, now is the perfect time to get organised and make life easier for both you and your child.

Here are our picks for the back-to-school essentials.

NOTE: Prices are accurate at time of publishing.

Sistema Stainless Steel Bottle 750ml

Was $30, now $15

For a simple, yet effective option, check out the Sistema Stainless Steel Bottle currently 50 per cent off at Woolworths Everyday Market. It features double-wall insulation, to keep water cold for longer.

Owala FreeSip Insulated Stainless Steel Water Bottle (0.70L)

Was $50.61, now $45

The Owala Water Bottle has a FreeSip spout and a push-button lid with a lock, allowing for easy drinking through a built-in straw or by tilting back. It features double-wall insulation to help keep water cold for up to 24 hours. It also has a protective lid, a carry loop and a wide opening for cleaning.

Available in a wide range of colours, making it perfect for children.

READ: Here's why Owala is the next big water bottle trend

Stanley Quencher H2.0 FlowState

Get it for $70

Another option is the popular Stanley Quencher. It helps keep drinks cold for hours with double-wall vacuum insulation. It features a Flowstate lid with three drinking options for convenience and leak resistance.

It is dishwasher safe and comes with a lifetime warranty, making it a sustainable and reliable choice for daily (rough) use.

Moki Mixi Kids Volume Limited Wireless Headphones

Was $49.95, now $39

These Moki Mixi headphones feature a volume limit to protect children's sensitive hearing and come in a range of bold colours, perfect for the little ones. They can be used both wired and wireless and offer 38 hours of playtime.

Cygnett Charge Up Go 2500Mah Powerbank

Was $19.95, now $11.95

Perfect for the kid who's always running low on phone battery, this compact and lightweight power bank ensures they're never without charge. It features an LED display to show when it's time to recharge, includes a micro USB, and comes pre-charged for immediate use.

Soundcore by Anker Q20i Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling Headphones

Was $119.95, now $85.99

These Soundcore headphones feature active noise cancelling, detailed audio, and up to 40 hours of battery life. They also have transparency mode, to ensure your child stays aware of their surroundings.

JBL Wave Bud True Wireless Earbuds

Get it for $87.27

Treat your child to a pair of JBL Wave Bud earbuds, offering enhanced bass performance, eight hours of battery life, and water resistance.

Nike Heritage Backpack Kids

Get it for $50 here

The Nike Heritage Backpack offers a lightweight, gender-neutral design with a practical size, zip-around closure, and a front compartment.

Fjällräven Kanken Rainbow

Grab it for $159.95

The Fjällräven Kanken Rainbow backpack is a stylish, yet durable, and water-resistant bag. It features multiple compartments for easy organisation and a reflective logo for visibility in low light. It is the perfect transitional bag for older children.

Jansport Central Adaptive Backpack

Was $149.95, now $67.46

The Jansport Central Adaptive Backpack is a timeless, durable choice for older kids, featuring a cool, yet practical design. It is a worthy investment, as JanSport backpacks come with a lifetime warranty.

Vaschy Insulated Two Compartments Cooler Bags in Blue Camo and Purple Butterfly

Get the blue bag for $32.89Get the purple bag for $31.89

The Vaschy Insulated Cooler Bags are ideal for kids, offering two compartments to keep hot and cold foods separate. Made from durable, water-resistant polyester, these bags feature a wipe-clean interior, plenty of space for food, and an adjustable shoulder strap for easy carrying. They come in a variety of prints, making sure there is something for everyone.

Want more? Try these cooler bags:

Frafuo Lunch Tote

Was $16.99, now $14.44

Sonuimy Insulated Lunch Bag

Get it for $9.93 here!

Cra-Z-Art Supertip Washable Markers 50 Pack

Was $20, now $12

These Cra-Z-Art Washable Markers are an absolute must-have for any creative project, offering the versatility to create thick or thin lines in 50 bold colours. The set also includes 12 scented markers adding a fun twist to the old traditional marker.

Showa Notebook 5 Pack Pokemon Sticky Notes

Get it for $19.05

What kid wouldn't be keen to take Pokemon Sticky Notes to school?

For a simple and cheaper alternative, why not opt for the VS Vignette Stationery Sticky Notes for $5.99?

SPIRAX Notebook A4 Pack of 5

Get it for $12.49 here!

A great practical stationery option, the SPIRAX Notebook Side Opening A5 is now $5.85, down from $7.49.

Artline 200 Fineliner Pen 4 Pack

Was $11.99, now $7.48

Weforu 8pcs Erasable Gel Ink Pens

Get it for $11.99

These Erasable Gel Ink Pens are perfect for little ones, featuring four black ink and four blue ink pens in an adorable animal set.

Papier That's the Spirit Academic Year Diary in Bright Blue

Get it for $42.50 here!

The Papier Academic Year Diary in Bright Blue is the perfect planner to help both you and your kids stay organised, with space to jot down important deadlines, schedules, and weekly overviews.

Derwent Academy Visual Art Diary A4

Was $7, now $4.52

Another option is the Derwent Academy Sketch Pad Landscape A4, now $3.83, down from $6.39.

Pair it with...

Derwent Artists Colouring Pencils Set Of 24

Was $57.75, now $30

The Derwent Artists Colouring Pencils are best sellers in drawing pencils, an ideal choice for your artistically inclined child.

STABILO Highlighter 8 Pack

Get it for $11.98 here!

MOSISO Laptop Sleeve Bag 13.3 inch in Baby Blue

Get it for $33.99

Compatible with most laptops, this laptop sleeve bag features a sturdy zipper, an extra pocket space for small items and polyester foam padding for bump and shock absorption.

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