There's a Ton of Back-to-School Deals Happening at Amazon Right Now: Here Are 16 That Are Not to be Missed

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Published Aug 10, 2022

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You don't have to look far to find tons of back-to-school deals right now: Just log on to Bed Bath & Beyond, Best Buy and Walmart, to name a few. But we're going to let you in on a little secret: none of them are as poppin' as the back-to-school deals that are happening at Amazon for 2022. For a limited time (or until items sell out), you can save big on everything your kid or teen needs to feel prepared for their first day, no matter what grade they're headed to.

Do they need a new backpack? We spy a super cool Camtop backpack and lunch box set on sale for less than $40. Or maybe they need a planner to help them stay on top of things? Reviewers say their kids are obsessed with Bright Day's daily checklist, and it's on sale for just $13.

Basically, we did your kid's back-to-school shopping for you. Now all you have to do is add these 16 deals to your cart before it's too late.

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1. Camtop Backpack And Lunch Box Set

Nothing will be able to take the smile off their face on the first day of school as long as they're happy with her backpack and lunch box. And trust—they'll be pleased with this fun, durable, water-resistant polyester set. It's available in nearly 20 cool tie-dye, galaxy, mermaid, flower, graffiti and watermelon prints. And it will fit most of their things, including a binder, pencil case, extra jacket and more.

$45; $35 at Amazon

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2. Bedsure Duvet Cover Set

If your college-goer has no clue how to decorate their dorm room, suggest that they consider using a comforter as a focal point. This microfiber duvet cover set with more than 12,000 5-star reviews is a great option to start. According to customers, it's addictively soft and comes with a pillow sham. Most importantly, it's available in more than 15 solid colors and five standard sizes, so it can fit their aesthetic and bed type.

$26; $22 at Amazon

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3. Crocs Child Classic Clogs

Yes, Crocs are on our kid's list of back-to-school items—because they'll end up wearing them to school and around the house (like us). Buyers not only talk about how much their little ones love them but they're made of smooth Croslite foam that's almost indestructible.

$40; $30 at Amazon

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4. Bright Day Kids' Planner

A planner specifically designed for kids can help them to stay on top of things this school year, and this one will last them through June 2023. With a to-do list and a "things to remember" section, they can use it to jot down due dates, set goals and reminders.

$15; $13 at Amazon

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5. Insignia 32-inch F20 Series Fire Tv

If you've been looking for a new flat-screen for your child's dorm room, now is the time to snag one at a huge discount. This highly-intuitive, fun-sized smart TV (it's a 32-inch) can stand on its own with the legs it comes with and is equipped with all kinds of convenient features and a crisp display—and it's nearly half-off right now.

$180; $100 at Amazon

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6. Bento Box Lunch Box

Packing their lunch for school has never been cooler. With this leakproof Bento box, you can pack all sorts of meals and snacks and keep them separated, just how they like it. Better yet, its also microwaveable and dishwasher-safe.

$25; $16 at Amazon

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7. Bic Magic Marker Set

Do they need markers this school year? You'll appreciate the fact that this 36-piece set is easily washable, and they'll love the assortment of colors and rounded tip that makes them effortless to write and draw with.

$18; $17 at Amazon

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8. Amacool Fan

This mini tripod-looking fan was designed to be clipped onto baby strollers, but buyers say its tri-fold legs make it easy to stick just about anywhere, like a desk or the side of a dorm bed headboard, and it has a long battery life (up to ten hours per charge). Priceless!

$36; $30 at Amazon

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9. Apple Watch Series 7

If they're headed to college, the latest Apple Watch will seriously come in handy. On top of texting and making phone calls, they can also use Maps, Apple Pay and track their health. So basically, it's like a phone, GPS, wallet and watch, all in one easily-accessible device.

$429; $359 at Amazon

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10. Stanley Heritage Food Jar

Stanley's Heritage stainless-steel food jar has double-wall vacuum insulation that can keep their lunch or drink hot or cold for hours. So you can go from packing them fresh, chilled smoothies one day to chicken noodle soup the next. Oh, and did we mention it comes with an attachable and reusable steel spork? We have a feeling you're gonna want one, too.

$21; $18 at Amazon

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11. Kindle Essentials Bundle

Once your student gets their hands on a Kindle, they'll never look back. That's because having a Kindle is like having 1,000+ books on one lightweight device. Plus, the glare-free display will make it easier to read when the sun is blazing, so they can study on the quad. With this bundle, they'll also get a charger and cover to protect it. Even better, you can snag 11 percent off if you order it now.

$135; $120 at Amazon

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12. Cicimelon Pencil Case

Help your child to stay organized with a pencil case. It will fit inside their bookbag and can be used to sort everything from pencils and pens to erasers and glue sticks.

$16; $15 at Amazon

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13. 2022 Apple Macbook Pro

Apple laptops are some of the sleekest and most advanced computers on the market, and they're ideal for high school and college students who basically live on their laptops (writing papers, researching, etc.). But what makes them worth the $1,000+ price tag is that they're built to last, which means your child should have it for several grades—and beyond, according to reviewers.

$1,499; $1,426 at Amazon

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14. Tanmit Gel Pens Set

If gel pens are also your child's weakness, they'll be obsessed with this 36-piece set featuring glitter, metallic, neon, pastel and classic colors to write and doodle with. The best part is that it's on sale for just $11.

$15; $11 at Amazon

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15. Crayola Inspiration Art Case

They'll probably need crayons, markers and colored pencils at some point during the school year, so you might as well scoop up this case for them featuring all of the above (64 crayons, 20 short-colored pencils and 40 washable markers, to be exact). They'll even get 15 large pieces of paper to draw on and a cool case to keep all their supplies in.

$33; $30 at Amazon

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16. Hp Chromebook Laptop

A thin laptop will come in handy when your kid is jetting from class to class, and this 11-inch version weighs just under 3 pounds, so it's incredibly lightweight and worth the $139 price tag.

$260; $133 at Amazon

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Destinee Scott

Associate Sales and Deals Editor

Stays on top of the best sales and deals across the internet
Over 3 years of experience in commerce (covering tentpole sales, like Amazon Prime Day, Black Friday and Way Day)
Studied Journalism at St. John's University

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