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1. Some 4x6 colourful index cards that you can either take notes on, use for illustrations, or use as flashcards to study for tests. Reviewers say that they're great quality and fantastic for categorizing studies.
2. Some felt-tip markers that'll add some colour to your notes, or to organize your bullet journal. They're quick drying, won't seep through the page, and have a guard that prevents the tip from fraying, so you'll be able to use them for a long time.
3. Or some pencil crayons, if that's more your jam. They come pre-sharpened for less hassle and have a triangular body that makes them easier to grip and colour with.
4. A pack of fluorescent highlighters that’ll make the important sections of your textbooks stand out. They have a chiselled point that you can use to make thin lines, as well as a thick base for highlighting larger passages.
5. Some sticky note dividers that'll help you organize your notes, so studying for your midterms and exams will be a little less painful. Just stick a divider in your notes when a new idea or an important theme is being explained and label the tab — it'll make finding what you actually need so much easier when you just need a quick reference.
6. Or an actual table of contents with lettered dividers, if you seriously love organization or just need this level of detail to keep yourself sane. Use the cover page to write down what subject is contained in each section, so you don’t have to keep flipping through your notes trying to find that one thing.
7. Some three-ring binders that’ll help organize your work by subject — each one will hold up to 225 pieces of assignments and notes. They have two pockets on the inside that you can store unpunched paper or any extra bits, cards, or notes you have.
8. Some little flag stickies to mark equations or passages in your textbook, so you can come back to them later to either copy down or puzzle out. You can put in as many as you need and remove them when you're done, since they don't leave any residue on paper.
9. A set of monitor panels that you attach to the edges of your screen to leave yourself memos for your day. Whether it's a reminder of a deadline, an appointment, or just a little encouraging note, this little accessory will keep you on your game.
10. Some sushi pushpins that'll keep your pins organized and look cute as heck while doing it. It comes with 50 "roe" pushpins that are made from sturdy plastic and stainless steel.
11. A double-sided whiteboard, if you like to make temporary notes that you can wipe away later. You can use it flat, like a piece of paper, or stand it upright in its stand and flip it around when you need more space.
12. Some pre-sharpened No. 2 pencils that'll work on Scantron tests for the dreaded multiple-choice quizzes. Remember — when in doubt, go with your initial gut instinct!
13. An electric pencil sharpener that'll quickly sharpen everything to your desired point: blunt, medium, or sharp. You can use it with an AC adapter, USB charger, or with batteries, depending on your space.
14. Some pens, because they're arguably the most important stationery item you need for school. They're longlasting, glide smoothly onto paper, and they're see-through, so you'll know how much ink is left in it before heading into an exam.
15. And some corrective tape to blot out the mistakes you will inevitably make. Since it dries immediately, you can start writing over it right away.
16. A mesh container to organize all your bits and pieces instead of having them strewn about your desk. It has six compartments and one drawer that’ll keep your pens, pencils, highlighters, and Sharpies separated (instead of in one mug that low-key looks like a stressed-out mess).
17. A slim pencil case to hold all your stuff for when you actually need to leave the house, but also need your supplies. You can also throw in cosmetics or snacks, and if it starts to get too grimy, you can throw it in the wash.
18. A calculator to help you solve tricky equations, or just do basic addition if you're incapable of doing it in your head (I certainly can't do it). It uses either solar power or one AA battery and has an on and off button that'll preserve either power source.
19. A monthly calendar that you can use to mark down important due dates, Zoom meetings, midterms, and exams. It has a spot for you to jot down what your focus is, to write down your achievements, and all of the to-do's that you need to get done.
20. And lastly, some ruled notebooks that'll take you straight back to elementary school (who else remembers using these cahier's?). You might've used them when you were young, but they can still totally work for any age or anyone that takes notes.
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