Your child will certainly need a full-size backpack to carry her school work in. Even though it may be tempting to get smaller size backpacks, try to avoid them. They won't be big enough to carry school materials in. When shopping for backpacks, look for a style that appeals to your child. There are many different styles out there. The most common style is the over-the-shoulder strap back pack with a zipper closure. Many backpacks have popular cartoon characters on them.
Jumbo pencils are a necessity for any preschool or kindergarten student. Jumbo pencils are easy to grip and are a choice writing tool when kids are just learning how to write. You can find them at office supply stores, or other stores that sell back-to-school materials.
A manuscript writing pad is specially designed paper for young students. Every preschool and kindergarten student will need this type of paper for school. Each line has an extra wide space with a dashed line in the middle. These lines act as a guide for beginners.
Every student, whether of preschool or kindergarten age, needs to bring a box of crayons to class. Most teachers prefer washable crayons because it's easier to remove accidental scribbles. A box of 24 washable crayons should suffice.
Purchase plain folders, four to five folders should be plenty. They should have pockets inside as well as brads to hold loose leaf papers. Sometimes, your child's teacher will want you to label each folder for different subjects. Be sure to write your child's name on each folder as well.
Hand sanitizer is something teachers frequently request. One to two bottles should be plenty. Students get dirty hands playing with a variety of materials. Both preschool and kindergarten classrooms are equipped with toys, play dough, sand trays and other materials which can transmit germs.
Glue sticks are necessary for cut and paste projects. Teachers normally control use of glue, though each teacher is different. Two glue sticks is a good number to start out with. Your child may need more as the school year progresses.
A pair of safety scissors is something your child will need once she enters either preschool or kindergarten. The act of cutting improves small motor skills, an important school objective.