Study up on the best back-to-school deals at Walmart, Amazon and Lenovo

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Summer is almost over, which means it's time to start getting ready to go back to school. The search is on for textbooks, laptops, backpacks and more at quality prices. If you're not sure where to look, we've got you covered with some great back-to-school deals on classroom essentials and other items to make the coming school year one of the best. Head over to Walmart, Apple Nike, and others for the best discounts ahead of the school year.

Top 10 back-to-school deals

Five Star Pocket and Prong Paper Folder

Keep your homework and notes organized for less than $2 at Walmart. $1.48 at Walmart (Save $8.01)

Jansport SuperBreak Plus Backpack

This Jansport backpack is the most durable model we've ever tested and it's on sale. $19.98 at Journeys (Save $20.02)

Pentel Sharp Kerry Pencil

This Pentel pencil is the best we've ever tested and it's on sale at Amazon. $11.49 at Amazon (Save $8.51)

Lenovo 16-Inch 512GB IdeaPad Flex 5i Laptop

Students will love this Lenovo laptop in their lecture halls, especially with this special deal $619.99 at Lenovo (Save $240)

Deli Store Mesh Desk Organizer

Keep your school essentials in line with this desk organizer on sale at Walmart. $13.99 at Walmart (Save $6)

Munchkin Lunch Bento Box

Give your little ones a cute way to carry their lunch with this bento box on sale at Amazon. $16.79 at Amazon (Save $4.20)

Paper Mate Assorted Colors Profile Retractable Ballpoint Pens, Eight-Count

Get eight ballpoint pens for the price of one with this Walmart deal. $4.88 at Walmart (Save $6.19)

JanSport Main Campus Backpack

The JanSport Main Campus bag is Reviewed-approved and on sale at Amazon. $46.95 at Amazon (Save $8.05)

Magic Chef Retro 3.2-Cubic-Foot Two-Door Mini Fridge

This Magic Chef mini fridge is a college dorm essential and it's on sale at The Home Depot. $199 at The Home Depot (Save $70.99)

Matein 17-Inch Rolling Backpack

Skip back pain this semester by grabbing this Matein backpack on sale at Amazon. $69.99 at Amazon (Save $24)

The best teacher and student discounts

• Target: Shoppers can find plenty of back-to-school deals at Target, including 30% off kids backpacks and school supplies for as little as 15 cents. Teachers and school staff can get 20% off one purchase when they sign up for Target Circle.
• Amazon: Amazon has quite a few back-to-school deals for kids and college students. Even better, you can save $10 when you spend $50 on select school supplies. Students can also qualify for a discounted Amazon Prime membership.
• Apple: The tech giant offers education pricing on select Mac computers, iPads, AirPods and iPhones.
• Samsung: Save up to 30% on select Samsung gadgets before the school year starts. You can save up to $1,500 on Samsung Galaxy smartphones, or get two Bespoke cleaning appliances for the price of one. Students and teachers can also sign up for the Samsung Eduction Offer Program to unlock special savings.
• Nike: Step into the new school year with some great activewear from Nike, now available for up to 40% off. Even better, use the code SPORT25 to get an extra 25% off select items. Students who verify their student status can also unlock an extra 10% off most Nike items.
• Madewell: Teachers and college students can sign up to save 15% on purchases of jeans, tops, t-shirts and more ahead of the 2024-25 school year.
• adidas: Stay sporty this school year by shopping shoes, hoodies, leggings and more on sale at adidas. Use the code SAVINGS to get 30% off two items you purchase together. Plus, teachers can take advantage of a special 30% off discount by verifying their status today.
• Best Buy: Tech fans will find great back-to-school deals at Best Buy. You can get an HP laptop for $400 off or save up to 43% on select storage devices. Best Buy Education also offers special student pricing on laptops and other tech.

Even more back-to-school sales

• Walmart: Find deals on school essentials for kids in preschool and college. You can grab tech, lunch prep accessories, water bottles and more at wallet-friendly prices.
• Wayfair: College kids can find plenty of dorm room essentials on sale at Wayfair today. That includes stylish furniture and compact appliances.
• Old Navy: Add some new style to your wardrobe by shopping old Navy back-to-school deals. You can save up to 50% on select sweaters, tops, pajamas and more for kids.

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