It’s that time of year again! Back to school shopping is like an extra holiday for genealogists – all of those rows of notebooks, markers, and pencil cases. But while Target or Walgreens has all the kids favorites, we’ve been looking for some treats that we can splurge on for ourselves. Check out our favorites for this year!
Remember the old plastic version of these from middle school? Here’s a grown-up version that includes four colors plus a touch-screen stylus on the other end.
A brand-new Moleskine notebook always makes us feel a little more excited about starting a project. They come in multiple sizes and colors, with and without lines, and in a rainbow of colors, so you can get exactly what you need. The iconic elastic band keeps them closed and neat in your bag.
We know that desks can get cluttered very easily. This caddy-style organizer gives you the most storage for a small amount of desk space. Plus, it rotates, so you’ll have everything at your fingertips. Comes in thirteen colors – pick your favorite!
How adorable is this mini-Swingline stapler? It uses standard staples, but is tiny enough to fit in a travel bag or in the desk organizer above. Comes in three colors – the black one is currently on sale for $3! You can’t get more of a bargain than that.
Gooseneck Long Arm Phone Holder
We have one of these on the treadmill and it’s increased our step count! It’s great for hands-free calls, music and viewing. The long neck is sturdy enough to hold your phone, but easy enough to adjust as needed.
Nothing says “back to school” like a new backpack. This one comes in three sizes, to fit whatever laptop or device you own. It’s great in bad weather, as it’s water resistant, plus it has a usb charging port and headphone wire hole. You can keep your electronics in the bag and just run the wires to the outside. Great for research trips!
When you’re on a research trip, you may not want to spend the time or money on a restaurant lunch. These bento style lunchboxes are ideal when you want to take food on the go. Their unique seals ensure that they don’t leak, no matter which way you stack them. Take a break, sit on the courthouse steps and have a little snack!