Summer is gone and it's time for back to school gifts for kids!

Welcome back to a new school year! I cannot believe the 2023-2024 school year is here and while many of us are still enjoying summer parties and family vacations, busy moms like myself have to start planning back to school activities and school supply trips for kids to prepare for the school year ahead. 

Our Mini Crayon Crew started the second week of August!

If you are trying to find the cutest and most colorful back to school gifts and school supplies that will rock their first week back, look no further! 

Anyone that is familiar with my story and background with Art 2 the Extreme ®, knows that I am a former teacher a huge advocate for shopping small and handmade whenever possible, especially for those unique back to school supplies for kids and teachers.

Here are my top picks for back to school gifts for kids to start the year off right for 2022 (and don't forget the lunch box)! 

Back to School Gift Ideas and School Supplies I am loving for 2022 School Year:

1. Lunch Bags by WAAMIndustries

2. Crayon Hair Clips - Creations by Corrinna

3. First Day of School Keepsake - Olive and Pip

4. All Things Art T-Shirt - Art Day Designs

5. Spanish Colors Crayon Stix - Art 2 the Extreme

6. Science Rules Enamel Pin - Miranda Dressler

7. Wooden Space Flash Cards - Minisko

8. Wooden Toy Clock - From Jennifer

9. Crayon Earrings - Oh So Jo Desgns

10. Custom Pencils - 85th and Pine

Back to school gifts for younger students

If you are a sentimental parent who loves to document milestones with their family like I am, you will love this printable back to school interview.

This downloadable worksheet includes 14 years worth of worksheets to interview your child about their first day of school that year.

It is an instant printable, so you can use right away and file to bring out at their high school graduation party. 

If you are looking for even more gift ideas for back to school, check out our additional Back to School Gift Guides. 

What is NEW from Art 2 the Extreme for Back to School 2023?

Back for the 2023-2024 school year are our newest Original Rainbow Crayon® designs that are perfect for back to school gifts for the first day of school.

I am so excited about these GIGANTIC crayon letters that are perfect for back to school photo props, decor for a shelf, or even on top of an actual cake for a colorful cake topper.

YES, you can use these as actual crayons, of course, but these oversized letter rainbow crayons can be so much more! 

Also new to our crayon shop are the Spanish Crayon Stix® Original Rainbow Crayon® set.

This solid colored crayon set is perfect for teachers, classrooms, or individual school art boxes. These rainbow crayons are perfect because the crayons are sturdy and won't roll off of a table! 

 

We also wanted to take the time to thank Good Housekeeping for including Art 2 the Extreme®'s personalized name crayon sets in their back to school gift guide, 54 Cheap Gifts Under $20 for Everyone On Your List.

As we get closer to the holiday season, these gift guides sure come in handy when I shop for my little and we are so appreciative that publications such as Good Housekeeping include small businesses like my custom crayon shop! 

What do you get your child for back to school?

There are so many cute back to school ideas for younger kids out there! Here are a few of our favorites:

• A personalized backpack or lunch box. This is a great way to make your child starting school feel special and ensure that their belongings stand out from the rest.

• Cute new school supplies. From colorful pens and pencils to fun stickers, there are endless ways to make learning more fun for kids with cool school supplies. School bracelets are a fun way to show off school spirit and personality.

• A backpack bling kit. Help your child personalize their backpack with edgy patches, badges, and keychains. This is a great way to let their personality shine through with first day of school gifts for kids.

What is the best gift for school students?

There are a lot of great gift ideas for older school students, but some of the best ones are the ones that encourage them to learn and keep on top of their studies. Here are a few ideas:

• A good book to read for fun and pleasure.

• A new notebook or set of pens/pencils to help them stay organized.

• A desk organizer or calendar to help them keep track of their assignments and deadlines.

• A gift certificate to a nearby bookstore or coffee shop so they can take a break from studying.

• Something to encourage healthy eating and exercise, like a new water bottle or gym bag.

Is it OK for teachers to give gifts to students?

Teachers often love giving back to school gifts for kids.

A special starting school gift is a great way to inspire learning and encourage children's excitement for the school year ahead.

Combining these small gifts with thoughtful words, care and concern, helps you create a classroom with a positive emotional emotional climate.

Our favorite crayon gift for teachers to give as classroom welcome to school gifts are these mini rainbow Crayon Stix® (they also make amazing class valentines for kids). 

What do you give a child that has everything?

One way to make a child feel special is to give them something that is personalized or customized for them. Young girls and boys love to color no matter the age!

For example, you can give them custom crayons that are made in the shape of their name or first initial.

Rainbow crayons are a great option because they are so colorful and fun.

Plus, crayons and drawing supplies can help promote creativity and imagination in children.

If you're looking for a unique school gift ideas that will make a child feel special, consider giving them some custom crayons or rainbow crayons.

Have fun shopping for your back to school gifts!

No matter what colorful gifts you find for back to school ideas, we hope your transition to a new school year goes well and the year is amazing for you and your littles (or bigs). 

-Nicole