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4 Tips to Ease the Transition to In-School Learning

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It’s almost back-to-school season — again! As much of the country transitions to full-time in-person learning, we are busy stocking our shelves with all the school supplies you’ll need (and then some). Ensuring your kids have exactly what they need will not only keep them prepared for their lessons but will also help to mentally ready them for yet another transition in this most unusual year.

After time away from school, whether it is summer vacation or a much longer pandemic break, getting back into the classroom can be a little nerve-wracking for everyone. Having new notebooks, art supplies and backpacks can help kids get excited about a new in-person school routine.

For younger students, having their own set of crayons, scissors, and glue sticks can help them feel grown-up and responsible for their own belongings. For older students, new school supplies can help them feel a sense of refresh and healthy anticipation for new possibilities.

So, whether you’ve got your hands on an elementary or high school supply list, we’ve got you covered with tons of new school swag to ease students’ fears about starting up a new routine.

1. Supply Them with the “Staples”

Sure, we’ve got staples staples (and staplers), but browse the DollarDays site for other classic school supplies like notebooks and folders, three-ring binders, rulers, pencils, and erasers – all available in bulk quantities and phenomenal pricing.

DollarDays exclusive Forward backpacks are durable, practical, and come in an assortment of sizes, big enough to fit students’ needs, without weighing them down. With eight bright shades to choose from, there is one to suit every taste. With everything they need on their backs, students can feel confident from their first step into the corridor.

2. Help Them to See They Are Not Alone

According to a survey run by Recovery Village, 66% of school-aged children are anxious about returning to school after Covid. One way to help alleviate some of their fears is to remind them they are not alone.

If having the right supplies can ensure they feel prepared, then sharing their supplies can help them to feel more connected to their classmates. DollarDays wholesale items are perfect for giving and sharing with the entire classroom. This can be a fabulous opportunity for students who are a bit more shy or reluctant to interact with their peers.

Our new line of activity books can be especially helpful in alleviating fears and anxieties in kids. From coloring to mazes to word searches, these books are a useful tool to help kids overcome any worries they might have about returning to in-person learning. Not only are these activity books an effective way to remind kids that learning is fun, but coloring has also been shown to reduce stress and anxiety in kids.

For older students, we have a wide variety of journals and diaries that are also excellent for unpacking difficult emotions. Many kids find writing about their feelings in a private journal or diary is helpful to understanding their behavior.

3. Help Them Keep Some Control

A big part of anxiety in both children and adults can be the feeling that things are out of their control. The transition to in-person learning can amplify these feelings as students may be unsure what their new days will look like, who their classmates will be or how to navigate the lunchroom.

Giving them the opportunity to organize and choose their own binders is one small way to put control back in their hands. We love these labels for school supplies that allow kids to organize their materials in the way that makes the most sense for them.

For kids who might just be a bit nervous to be back in a crowded classroom, don’t forget tissues and hand sanitizer. Arming kids with these supplies is another great way to put them back in the driver’s seat.

4. Unlock the Power of Giving Back

Giving back to the community is an excellent way of fostering a sense of gratitude in kids. Studies show that gratitude can in fact, be a powerful antidote to rising anxiety. Organize a service day with your kids by giving supplies to schools or families in need. Your kids will feel a tremendous sense of gratitude and better understand the power of helping others.

We’ve made it easier than ever with these convenient and comprehensive school supply kits with tons of options for different needs. Choose from our packed 52 piece deluxe supply kit or something more modest like our basic pencil pouch kit (with plenty of choices in between).

Rest assured, once kids get back into the swing of things, they’ll likely adjust quickly and forget all these initial worries… until next year!

Check out these other helpful posts on students and education:

Kid’s PPE for School

The Big Deal about Big Box™ School Supplies

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How to Make an Outreach Kit in 2021

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Let’s be honest, this past year is not what anyone expected. Many industries have been disrupted by COVID-19 as we all continue to adapt. One group that is near and dear to us, is nonprofits. Many nonprofits have had to either cancel their annual events or make drastic cutbacks to what they are able to provide. The good news is that we can all continue to support our communities as individuals or as part of an organization.

Building the Ideal Kit

One of the staples of community outreach is providing kits of essential items for those in need. During a normal year, kits could include school supplies for underprivileged students or personal hygiene products for the homeless. While those items are still incredibly valuable, a few key additions may be necessary.

Homeless Care Kits

When putting together a care kit for the homeless some common items to include are hygiene products, socks, snacks and a reusable water bottle. We have the privilege of working with many nonprofits and these are some of the most common items we help find for them for their projects.

With COVID-19, it’s now important to consider what additional items are necessary to help protect the homeless population. Some great items to include are a pack of masks, hand sanitizer and disinfecting wipes. Not having the luxury of 24/7 shelter means we need to do all we can to protect them from the virus.

School Supply Kits

Another common project for nonprofits is backpack drives for underprivileged students. We’ve worked with both schools and nonprofits for years so we always have a selection of school supplies that work for classroom shopping and outreach projects. As we know, schools are in a difficult position trying to determine the best way to navigate the 2020-2021 school year. In turn, that means many nonprofits have needed to adjust their projects based on if their local schools are fully reopening or not. Regardless, we as individuals can also chip in to provide needed supplies for students at home and in the classroom.

Along with classic school supplies, masks and PPE are essential for students returning to the classroom. Because of that, we’ve made sure to have kid-size masks available. For students at home, the needs change a bit. While they will need all the usual writing utensils and notebooks, it’s a good idea to include some puzzle books or educational toys as fun activities for the kids. Lastly, many students rely on school for some of their meals, so providing some snacks or ready-to-eat meals is extremely valuable.

Once your kit is ready to go, all that’s left is to put it in a nice backpack whether it’ll be for this school year or the next.

It’s important to remember, as these changes continue, that we are all in this together. There will always be opportunities for us to continue to help one another. Putting together a care kit for someone in need is a great way to start.

Returning to School: How to Prepare

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As well all know, it is hard to confidently say what the future holds when it comes to this pandemic. One of the areas with the most uncertainty is school. Many schools are deciding to not physically open at all, while some are exploring alternative precautions, including a mix of online and in-class lessons with extensive sanitizing resources and social distancing.

Staying Home

As a parent, teacher or child it’s hard to know exactly what to prepare for. That’s why we want to make sure we can help for any scenario. For those that will continue to stay at home this coming school year, we have all the supplies your child may need to keep up with their studies and activities. We’ve compiled a great collection of wholesale school kits, arts and craft supplies and activity books to keep your kids active and engaged.

Partial Return or Full In-classroom

Many schools are trying to figure out the best way to open for the new school year. That means buying the needed school supplies and taking proper safety precautions to protect both teachers and students. Buying wholesale is also going to make life a little easier when working on a budget. We want to make sure you have access to any school supplies and PPE items you need this year.

Outreach groups have started to rethink their backpack drives as well by incorporating more PPE and masks. We have PPE kits ready to go that can be packaged with our wholesale Big Box school supplies and Forward backpacks.

Whatever this year ends up looking like, we want you all to know that we are here help and be a resource. If you need some extra help you can always call one of our Account Managers who can walk you through what others are doing to prepare and build the best assortment. We want to make sure everyone stays prepared and safe.

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The Big Deal about Big Box™ School Supplies

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At DollarDays, our goal is to always be the best partner possible for all wholesale needs. Because of that, we often work with schools, nonprofits and small businesses for all kinds of projects and missions. To make things even easier we have our personal line of school supplies called Big Box™.

Shopping online, especially shopping in bulk, shouldn’t be a stressful process. Whether buying for a classroom or for a large service project, many people cannot afford to find all of their needed items individually at retail prices. That’s why it makes sense to have a customer-friendly, wholesale option.

Our Big Box™ line was made to keep things clean, simple and affordable. We are so proud of the quality of our 2020 line and know that these items are perfect for things like schools buying for the upcoming school year or nonprofits assembling outreach kits.

At DollarDays, we know that many are working with limited budgets and that’s why we believe in “stretching your dollars” to make the most impact possible. We invite you to explore our 2020 Big Box™ products and reach out with any questions! We’re excited about the impact these items will have in your community and would love to hear your feedback!

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Introducing our Back to School Catalog!

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The time has come once again for teachers to start planning their needs for the coming school year. At DollarDays, we are always trying to provide the best possible service to make our customers’ lives easier. That is why we are so excited to announce our Back to School catalog!

We have assembled a curated selection of school supplies that will be sure to cover any classroom need. We also have brand new lines of our Big Box school supplies and our Forward backpacks! Explore our new catalog below!

Announcing the Winners of the Teacher Appreciation Contest!

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First, a big thank you is in order. We received hundreds of submissions from across the country with nominees for fantastic teachers. It was wonderful reading all of the kind words parents and fellow teachers had to say about these wonderful individuals. The winners of the contest will each receive a prize package of $1000 worth of school supplies for their classroom!

With that being said, we have tallied the votes and are very excited to announce our three winners!

And the winners are…

“She is an excellent human being that cares about her students. She values their education and wants them to succeed in their future endeavors.”

“She’s the best! My daughter has grown exponentially since she’s been in Ms. Giddens class. Not only educationally but socially as well. Ms. Giddens sets a high standard. I appreciate her beyond words.”

“Mr. Mitchell is among the finest educators my children have had teach them over the past 4 years. Mr. Mitchell is a kind and thoughtful teacher that gets the very best out of his students.”

Once again we want to extend an enormous thank you to everyone who submitted a nominee. Now and always we need to recognize the impact teachers have on the world and show our appreciation.

Contest Winner Updates

At DollarDays, we love giving back whenever we can, but we love seeing the impact even more! Thank you to the winners of our Teacher Appreciation Contest for all the thank you comments and pics!

Back to School 2020: Planning for the Future

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By Michael Campbell

It’s hard to ignore the fact that the spread of COVID-19 has fundamentally changed the country and the way we are living our day-to-day lives. One area that was hit almost immediately was our school system, with many schools shutting down for the year in March. As these changes have gone into effect, parents and teachers have been incredibly resourceful in continuing to educate their children and students.

Big Box School Supplies

We, at DollarDays, have always made it our mission to be a partner for schools and teachers. As things continue to change we are committed to being a valuable resource and that is why we are officially launching our Back to School season! This year we are bringing back our Big Box brand of affordable, bulk school supplies, as well as our wholesale backpack brand, Forward. On top of that, we have also put together low-cost, individual school kits for everyone trying to navigate homeschooling.

Back to School Catalog

Even though normal schedules have been thrown out the window, we want to make sure that when schools are ready to prepare for the next school year, they won’t have to scramble to find what they need. To make things even easier we will soon be releasing our Back to School Catalog. Our catalog of curated school supplies easily breaks down our assortment into the categories teachers need.

Teacher Appreciation Week Contest

We also want to make sure teachers know how much they are appreciated. May 4th – 8th is Teacher Appreciation Week and, in honor of that, we are hosting a prize giveaway. We will be asking people to submit nominations of their favorite teacher. The top three winners will receive close to $1000 of school supplies for their classroom! You can nominate your favorite teacher here!

What’s Next?

We know that when buying school supplies in bulk, you might have a lot of questions about your order and how it will be shipped to you. That is why we have a dedicated representative who understands the buying needs of those in the education field. You can email Joe Pearson at jpearson@dollardays.com or call him at 480 922-8155 x 119. He would love to hear from you! And don’t forget, all teachers and educators always get a 10% discount on DollarDays.com through ID.me.

Times are especially strange right now, but we want to make sure our teachers and schools know we support them. We’re here to provide the resources they’ll need, wherever at home or in the classroom.