From pencils and crayons to notebooks and tissues, these essentials will help your child stay focused, and ready to learn. This 2nd grade supply list is designed to cover everything they’ll need for a whole school year.
✏️ Writing & Drawing Supplies
#2 Pencils (pre-sharpened if possible, 24 pack)
Erasers (large pink eraser + pencil-top erasers)
Crayons (24-count box)
Colored pencils (12-count box)
Washable markers (broad tip, classic colors)
Dry-erase markers (black, low-odor, pack of 4)
📓 Paper & Notebooks
Wide-ruled spiral notebooks (3–4, different colors)
Composition notebooks (2–3)
Wide-ruled loose-leaf notebook paper (1 pack)
Folders with pockets (4–6, assorted colors for subjects)
✂️ Tools & Essentials
- Safety scissors (blunt tip)
- Glue sticks (8–10, large size preferred)
- Bottle of liquid school glue (1–2)
- Ruler (12-inch with inches & centimeters)
- Pencil sharpener (with shavings container)
🎒 Organization & Storage
Pencil box or zipper pouch
Backpack (sturdy, fits standard folders & books)
Sticky notes (standard size)
Index cards (ruled, 100 pack)
🧼 Cleaning & Hygiene
Tissues (2–3 boxes)
Hand sanitizer (unscented, pump bottle)
Disinfecting wipes (teacher use)
Reusable water bottle
