Back to School time can be as financially stressful as the holidays (in my opinion). New clothes, shoes, backpacks, and school fees can really add up.

What a treat to get someone a “Back to School” gift! Gift cards to department, clothing, and office supply stores are especially helpful this time of year.

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Fresh Start

Get Inspired: If you have a college-bound kid in your life, help him set up the new digs with a gift card to Target, Walmart, or The Container Store. Deliver it with a roll of quarters and a jug of laundry soap (if he’s driving off to school) or a box of dryer sheets (if he’s flying). Funny how gifts change when you’re on your own for the first time.

Back to School Clothes

Get Inspired: Nothing says “Back to School” like new clothes and fresh supplies. Get a gift card to a clothing store and deliver it with a box of pencils, glue sticks, or something fun from the school supply list.

New School Shoes

Get Inspired: My kids always grow out of their tennis shoes over the summer. Get school-age kids a gift card to the shoe store and package it with a new pair of socks. After wearing flip-flops all summer, the socks are probably missing anyway.