How and Where to Save Maximum Cash on Back to School Shopping 2019

July 31, 2019 by Angie Long

Back-to-school shopping can be a dreaded ordeal for parents, especially if they have multiple children and, as a result, multiple school supply lists to contend with. Gone are the days when parents just needed to buy a backpack, paper, pencils, crayons, markers, folders and maybe some new clothes for their children. 

Today, parents need all that plus much, much more. Financially, it can set a family back quite a bit without proper planning. A recent Deloitte survey found that the average household spends $510 on back-to-school shopping and that it is the second-biggest shopping season of the year. 

Back to School Shopping Deals 2019

Here is a quick list of our top back to school deals to help you significantly reduce the amount you spend on back-to-school shopping in 2019.

• FabKids - FabKids is gaining popularity among savvy parents, especially those with more than one child. You can create a profile for each child and customize your recommendations based on their likes and dislikes. The best part is how affordable it is. For example, two pairs of shoes right now are $9.95, and you'll receive free shipping on purchases over $49. Make back-to-school fun with these Dino Face Slip-on's for boys. Try any of these FabKids coupon codes to save on your back to school purchases:

• Lands' End - If your kids are required to wear school uniforms, you're likely shopping at Land's End anyway. Right now, they're offering 50% off backpacks, plus free shipping. Here are a few Lands' End coupons you might consider using to save:

• Staples - Don't make the mistake of assuming Staples is simply an office-supply store. Staples is a must-visit for regular school supplies. They even make it easy by allowing you to simply type in your teacher's name to see their list so you can get your shopping done in a heartbeat. Presently, you can get 20% off with one of our top new Staples promo codes when you buy a backpack.

• HP - Computers and tablets are a normal (and expensive) part of students' lives these days, so our 5% off coupon for HP can go a long way. If your student needs a laptop, consider something like this HP Spectre x360 that has a webcam kill switch to keep them safe from online predators. Check out these new 2019 HP coupons for extra savings:

• Ful.com - Don't waste money on a flimsy backpack that lasts one school year or less. Ful makes durable, yet attractive backpacks for students of all ages, from kindergarten to college. As durable as they are, they're not all rugged-looking; check out this daisy-patterned laptop backpack with a feminine flair. Receive 35% off site-wide with our Ful.com coupon code or use one of these:

• Katy Perry Collections - If you have a daughter in high school who likes to be a trend-setter, help her out with some new sneakers designed by Katy Perry herself, like these "The Vandall" sneakers in trendy rose gold. Get $15 off a $100 order by signing up for KatyPerryCollections.com emails or use another Katy Perry promo code to save:

• SmartFares - Don't forget about flying your out-of-state college student back home for the holidays. Receive $30 off (already reduced) back-to-school airfare with our SmartFares promo codes:

• GlassesShop.com - More and more people are turning to websites like GlassesShop.com for prescription glasses instead of paying hundreds of dollars at a traditional eye care location. Why? You can get a frame and lenses for as low as $25, and there are lots to choose from. Find 20% off a $39+ order with our GlassesShop.com coupons: 

• The Children's Place - Another great resource for school uniforms and affordable yet trendy back-to-school clothes is The Children's Place. These stretch jeans for boys are only $9.80. Get 60% off the entire site and free shipping on all orders, or explore other The Children's Place discount codes: 

Back to School Shopping and Saving Tips

1. According to industry experts, the best time to shop for back-to-school supplies is about one month before school starts. However, there are always some early and last-minute deals that you'll likely recognize when you see them. 

2. Besides choosing when and where to shop for back-to-school supplies for the best savings, don't be afraid to chat with your child's teacher to see if they can make an exception to any brand-name recommendations on their list. Generic supplies can be just as good and much cheaper. 

3. Know when to skimp and when to spend a little extra. Investing in something like a backpack or laptop that has a lifetime warranty may be worth a slightly higher price tag in the long run. 

4. Be sure to check back with CouponCause to see if any of the above promotions mentioned here are still around when you're ready to shop.