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Back to School

Get your backpacks ready for school. Find all the supplies you need, from spiral notebooks and planners to reading accessories, pens and markers. Discover the best picture books to help kids beat first day jitters, workbooks to refresh their skills, test prep books, teaching guides and more.

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Elementary School

Summer Bridge Activities, Grades PK - K: Bridging Grades Prekindergarten to Kindergarten
Kumon Are You Ready for Kindergarten Preschool Skills
Summer Bridge Activities, Grades K - 1
Kumon Summer Review & Prep 1-2
Summer Brain Quest: Between Grades 2 & 3

Middle School

Summer Bridge Activities, Grades 3 - 4
Kumon Summer Review & Prep 4-5
Summer Brain Quest: Between Grades 5 & 6
Spectrum Language Arts Workbook, Grade 7
Kumon Grades 6-8 Pre-Algebra

High School & College

The Official ACT Prep Guide 2025 - 2026: Book + Online Course
Princeton Review AP U.S. History Premium Prep, 25th Edition: 6 Practice Tests + Digital Practice Online + Content Review
The Official SAT Study Guide, Second Edition
Princeton Review AP Calculus AB Premium Prep, 12th Edition: 8 Practice Tests + Digital Practice Online + Content Review
GRE Prep Plus, Ninth Edition (2026): Includes 6 Practice Tests, 1500+ Practice Questions + Online Access to a 500+ Question Bank, Video Tutorials, and Live Class Sessions

Storytime Staples

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Penelope Rex vs. the New Kid
Penelope Rex vs. the New Kid
Ryan T. Higgins
Penelope Rex Series
Hardcover
$19.99
First Day Critter Jitters (B&N Exclusive Edition)
First Day Critter Jitters (B&N Exclusive Edition)
Jory John
BN Exclusive
$17.99
The Pigeon HAS to Go to School!
The Pigeon HAS to Go to School!
Mo Willems
Mo Willems's Pigeon Series
Hardcover
$18.99
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The Goodnight Train Ready for School
The Goodnight Train Ready for School
June Sobel
The Goodnight Train
Board Book
$10.99
Tiny T. Rex and the First-Day Oopsies: A Back-to-School Book
Tiny T. Rex and the First-Day Oopsies: A Back-to-School Book
Jonathan Stutzman
Tiny T. Rex Series
Hardcover
$16.99
The Crayons Go Back to School
The Crayons Go Back to School
Drew Daywalt
Drew Daywalt's Crayons Book Series
Hardcover
$9.99
Time for School, Little Blue Truck: A Back to School Book for Kids
Time for School, Little Blue Truck: A Back to School Book for Kids
Alice Schertle
Little Blue Truck Series
Hardcover
$18.99
Grumpy Monkey School Stinks!: A Graphic Novel
Grumpy Monkey School Stinks!: A Graphic Novel
Suzanne Lang
Grumpy Monkey Graphic Novels
Hardcover
$10.99
We Don't Eat Our Classmates (Penelope Rex Series #1)
We Don't Eat Our Classmates (Penelope Rex Series #1)
Ryan T. Higgins
Penelope Rex Series
Hardcover
$19.99
The Night Before Kindergarten
The Night Before Kindergarten
Natasha Wing
Night Before Series
Paperback
$5.99
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Chrysanthemum
Chrysanthemum
Kevin Henkes
Kevin Henkes's Mouse Books
Paperback
$9.99
A Day Off School
A Day Off School
Oliver Jeffers
Hardcover
$18.99
Owl by Myself
Owl by Myself
An Owl By Myself Story
Hardcover
$18.99
Mac & Cheese: The Origin Story (B&N Exclusive Edition) (Delicious Duos Series)
Mac & Cheese: The Origin Story (B&N Exclusive Edition) (Delicious Duos Series)
Michael L. Benner
BN Exclusive
$19.99
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Read Any Eight Books & Get One Free!

This summer, kids in grades 1-6 earn a FREE book through the Barnes & Noble Summer Reading Program. Read any eight books and record them in your Summer Reading Journal (see links below). When you're done, bring it to a Barnes & Noble store and choose your free book! Redeemable 7/1-8/31.

The Academy
The Academy
T.Z. Layton
The Academy
Paperback
$9.99
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Renegades #1: The Magic Awakens
Renegades #1: The Magic Awakens
Erin Hunter
Renegades
Paperback
$9.99
Dory Fantasmagory: Super Dory-tastic Sticker Edition!
Dory Fantasmagory: Super Dory-tastic Sticker Edition!
Abby Hanlon
Dory Fantasmagory Series
Paperback
$7.99
The Last Kids on Earth
The Last Kids on Earth
Max Brallier
Last Kids on Earth Series
Paperback
$10.99
Max, a Little Axolotl #1 (An Original Graphic Novel)
Max, a Little Axolotl #1 (An Original Graphic Novel)
Joey Spiotto
Paperback
$12.99
Gigantic Only $9.99 With Purchase
Gigantic Only $9.99 With Purchase

Our Children's & YA Book Awards Winners

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B&N Reads

12 Back to School Books to Beat First Day Jitters

12 Back to School Books to Beat First Day Jitters

By Margarita Polkowska|July 1, 2025
We are still enjoying summer, but the first day of school will be here soon enough. And we know that starting school again — or for the first time — can stir up emotions big and small. This is why we put together a list of gentle, funny and reassuring picture books that will help […]
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15 Required Reads for Today’s and Tomorrow’s Syllabus

15 Required Reads for Today’s and Tomorrow’s Syllabus

By Margarita Polkowska|July 1, 2025
Why do certain books get assigned at school, while others are passed over? Books that are recommended for the classroom often hold timeless messages or challenge outdated perspectives. These books are great conversation starters, offer a vital lens into the past or are a wake-up call for the future. While classics like Lord of the […]
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The 2026 Barnes & Noble Children's & YA Book Awards Winners

The 2026 Barnes & Noble Children's & YA Book Awards Winners

By Nina Braca|May 20, 2026
The 2026 Barnes & Noble Children's & YA Book Awards celebrate the best in children’s literature written by emerging writers. We are delighted to share this year’s winners, which showcase the brightest in fiction that will inspire the next generation of readers.
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The Best Kids' Books of 2026 (So Far)

The Best Kids' Books of 2026 (So Far)

By Nina Braca|June 3, 2026
As we reach the halfway point of 2026, it’s time to take a look back on the exceptional releases that you might have missed, especially when it comes to kids’ publishing. From picture books to chapter books, these are the tales that invite young readers to think differently about the world around them and inspire a lifelong love of reading and storytelling. Here are our picks for the Best Kids Books of 2026 (So Far).
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The Best YA Books of 2026 (So Far)

The Best YA Books of 2026 (So Far)

By Margarita Polkowska|June 3, 2026
From fairytale reimaginings and fae romantasy to dangerous secrets, dystopian worlds and high school crushes, this year’s favorite reads for teens are packed with magic, adventure and unforgettable characters.
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Back to School Essentials

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Compare all of our NOOK devices to find the eReader or Tablet that’s right for you. See the key features of each NOOK device we offer.

NOOK GlowLight 4
NOOK GlowLight 4
Barnes & Noble
NOOK
$149.99
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NOOK GlowLight 4 Ocean Teal Edition
NOOK GlowLight 4 Ocean Teal Edition
Barnes & Noble
NOOK
$149.99
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NOOK GlowLight 4 Plus
NOOK GlowLight 4 Plus
Barnes & Noble
NOOK
$199.99
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NOOK Reading Tablet 8.7 Seafoam Green
NOOK Reading Tablet 8.7 Seafoam Green
Barnes & Noble
Seafoam Green
$149.99
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NOOK Reading Tablet 8.7 Luna Grey
NOOK Reading Tablet 8.7 Luna Grey
Barnes & Noble
Luna Grey
$149.99

Classroom Fun

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MAGNA-TILES® Pet Playhouse 50-Piece Magnetic Construction Set, The Original Magnetic Building Brand
MAGNA-TILES® Pet Playhouse 50-Piece Magnetic Construction Set, The Original Magnetic Building Brand
MAGNA-TILES
Other Format
$69.99
Dinosaur Alphabet 36 Piece Puzzle
Dinosaur Alphabet 36 Piece Puzzle
eeBoo
Other Format
$23.99
Snap & Draw
Snap & Draw
Elenco
Other Format
$29.99
LEGO DUPLO Disney Mickey Mouse Clubhouse with Minnie & Pluto 10465
LEGO DUPLO Disney Mickey Mouse Clubhouse with Minnie & Pluto 10465
LEGO Systems Inc.
Other Format
$49.99
LEGO DUPLO Shape Sorter: Puppy House 10441
LEGO DUPLO Shape Sorter: Puppy House 10441
LEGO Systems Inc.
Other Format
$34.99
National Geographic Electricity & Battery Making Kit
JMW, Inc
Other Format
$39.99
Very Marie Celestial String Art Kit
Very Marie Celestial String Art Kit
Very Marie
Other Format
$21.99
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Back to School

Shop the Best Back to School Supplies and Books at B&N

Whether you’re in full back to school shopping mode, or you’re picking up a few school supplies and books, Barnes & Noble has the best back to school supplies including notebooks, backpacks, test prep books, textbooks, journals, and more schoolbooks for kids and teens. Shop cute school supplies including Ban.do academic planners, spiral notebooks, and everyone’s favorite Moleskine notebooks. There is a wide variety of options for elementary, high school, and college students. Preparing for back to school is more than just shopping for new school things. Explore our selection of study guides and test prep books for Junior High School and High School students to get them ready for upcoming exams. For little ones, browse our curated collection of study workbooks and books for preschool, kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd grade. From simple workbooks with your child’s favorite characters to Math Kumon books for advanced learners, there’s a large variety of workbooks to help kids review and prepare for the Fall.

Back to School Supplies for Teachers

Whether you’re a teacher, college professor, or a teaching assistant, our assortment of back to school supplies for teachers includes handy planners, calendars, journals, and books about teaching. Pick up one of our newest books for educators, a new tote bag to carry your supplies in, or up to date teaching guides and lesson plans from SparkNotes. Get prepared for back to school early and enjoy the rest of the summer stress free!

When should you go shopping for back to school?

Depending on when school begins in your area, you should start looking for back to school supplies toward the middle of summer vacation. It is best to purchase your children’s school supplies around the start of August while everything is still in stock. Shopping for school supplies early will give you peace of mind as the new school year approaches.

What is the most bought item for back to school?

Although backpacks are usually durable and can last for a few years, kids love having a fresh, new backpack for back to school. Backpacks are one of the biggest back to school purchases for parents, followed by notebooks, binders, and test prep books and workbooks to help children prepare for the new school year throughout the summer.