Do you go back-to-school shopping with your kids, or do you get it all done online?
While some of you have completed back-to-school shopping, I usually wait for the last minute back to school shopping the few days before school begins – it’s all part of that back-to-school rush feeling!
Canadian parents plan to spend, on average, more than $300 per child on back-to-school shopping! These expenses include everything from school supplies to the latest technology.
So before I begin back-to-school shopping and saving, I like to check out the deals online first – from the comfort of my couch. RetailMeNot.ca has all of the best deals in one convenient place.
Here are my favourite Back to School essentials for this year found through RetailMeNot.ca. You can get some great discounts with coupon and promo codes for thousands of online stores with RetailMeNot, and save with in-store and printable coupons.
Back to School Shopping and Saving
Backpack
A good, sturdy backpack with plenty of storage options is essential for growing kids. The licensed character backpacks are cute when kids are in younger grades, but they don’t have enough space for books and large zipper binders. This one from Swiss Gear fits laptops too. Available at Shop.ca. Right now if you shop at SHOP.CA, RetailMeNot has an exclusive $50 off when you spend $125 or more.
Lunch Box
There are so many options for lunch boxes. Many schools encourage “Boomerang” lunches, meaning packing lunches in recyclable containers. Bento-type boxes work well, as do various sizes of BPA-free containers like the Rubbermaid Lunch Blox, or Bento Buddies from Chapters Indigo.
Dry Erase Board
Older kids can stay on top of their school schedules with this cute stylish Peel + Stick Dry Erase Board Set by WallPOPS, featuring a monthly calendar, weekly planner, and message board. Includes a dry erase marker and letters for personalization. Available at Bed Bath and Beyond.
Running Shoes
Kids will need a good pair of running shoes AND a clean pair of indoor shoes; velcro will come in handy for little ones while older kids can enjoy runners like these New Balance sneakers from Foot Locker.
Clothing
Old Navy has some great deals for back-to-school shopping for boys and girls. Check out all of the discounts here.
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157 Comments
I always check for sales and deals before I go shopping.
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I always check for sales and discounts before shopping. No sense wasting money!
i generally do unless it’s for a special occasion and i need it right away
Yes, unless I cannot wait or I think the product will run out.
I always check for sales and discounts before I shop. I like looking at flyers.
Yes I always look before I start my shopping. I want to get the most for my money
Almost always!
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Yes I do. When shopping online, I always search for promo codes and I also look for in-store coupons in flyers and online before I head out
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I always check for sales especially on items I need
always plan, always compare. thanks
I try to always check for sales before shopping, unless I need something ASAP.
I always look for sales & discounts before I go to the store.
Yes absolutely and I use Flipp.
I usually pre-shop via Flipp. Best tool/app to use to find the best price
I ALWAYS check for sales and discounts before shopping!
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Yes ussuly!
I always do, you can make your money stretch so much farther.
Absolutely. With 2 kids, I can’t afford not to
I always looks for sales!
I usually do not check for sales or discounts before shopping. Once I am out and shopping I always head to back of store looking at sales rack first for something I might like.
i most certainly do
Always check for new sales!
I always look for a deal before shopping, it is how I stay on budget 🙂
Sometimes I do, like for groceries
I always check – especially before I order something online!
I always look out for deals!!
all the time – i love sales; i dislike paying full price for anything
Yes, I use the flipp app to find the best deals before I go shopping – especially at back to school time! Thanks for the chance to win.
I do search for discounts before shopping but it can be overwhelming with every different site having coupon codes etc. But I do try and shop sales.
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I always check for coupon codes before I check out. It’s awesome find one that saves some money!
Yes I always check for sales and discounts before shopping.
I never leave the house to any store without checking to see if there are sales and discounts on things we need!
I love to check for emails describing sales and discount codes!
I try to check sales beforehand, but I’ve been guilty of impulse buying many times.
Yes, being a mom to 10 I am always looking for sales and coupons to help save on the costs =)
Yes, always
Most of the time I do. I sign up for online newsletters for discounts, check flyers & websites, & deal sites like RetailMeNot for the most up-to-date discounts!
I always check for deals, discounts, promo codes…. a person can save a lot.
I constantly check for sales!
Yes, I do look for deals always
I absolutely check for deals etc. before I shop. Even my daughter (6YO) knows to keep an eye out for coupons and sales.