10 Items You NEED To Make Your School Year Much Easier

Back-to-school looks very different this year. If you have young children or are in college, there can be a lot of uncertainty about how this school year is going to go. September is usually the time when everyone runs to Staples or Target to pick out the coolest highlighter set or prettiest notebooks. However, with most schools only doing virtual learning or hybrid (online and in-person), your shopping list won't be the same as last fall's. We know what you'll need though. Here are 10 things you NEED to make this school year better and much easier!

Learning virtually this year? You need this lap desk! If you have a young child or are someone that doesn't have a real working space in your apartment, use this mini desk for a classroom vibe. It has a slot for your phone, you can rest a tablet or a laptop on it, and your device can ventilate. Add to cart a husband pillow for extra support.

If you have multiple classrooms and computers in your living room, how will your kids focus? To tune out their siblings math lesson and focus on their own, get some headphones. These come in a few colors and even have a built in microphone so they can participate in class.

Masks might be uncomfortable to wear, but they are a MUST for in person schooling. If you get masks breaks or want to take your mask off in an outdoor space, get a mask (or sunglass) chain. It clips to the loops of your mask so you won't lose it and it looks like a trendy necklace. You won't forget to leave the house without one anymore.

If you're going into different classrooms and about to find yourself in big crowds this semester, you need to be precautious about COVID-19. To keep track of extra masks, hand sanitizer, and wipes, put it all in one spot. Get a little cosmetic pouch or pencil case to keep in your backpack and organize your things so you're prepared.

Zooming for every class this year? These glasses will save your eyes and make focusing much easier. They have special lenses that protect your eyes from the harmful UV and blue light rays coming from your computer screen. And besides reducing eye strain, they're super trendy too.

You need this hand held milk frother to get through the school year. If you're avoiding the public, become your own barista at home. For your morning coffee routine, use this tool to whip up foamy milk or matcha lattes. A must for your 9 a.m. Spanish class.

If you're doing online school, you'll be stuck in your room a lot so you'll want to make your space enjoyable to work in. This desk organizer is perfect for young kids to put their pencils and markers in or even older kids to store calculators and pens. Throw in some extra pretty paper and post-its for quick notes.

You will definitely want to pack a reusable water bottle for school this year. To prevent the spread of germs, many schools are putting water fountains off limits. So having this environmentally friendly bottle will come in handy. It comes in a bunch of colors and has a built in straw.

You'll need to break up the day and get off your computer at some point. This yoga mat can help you relax, stretch, and just change up your routine. Perfect for young adults and kids who want to play.

These items will help you stay focused and have fun at school. Good luck this year and stay safe!