Bring this list with you when you go shopping and support American manufacturers as you prepare for back-to-school.
Temperatures may still be hot across the country, but back-to-school season is fast approaching. Whether you’re sending your little ones off to kindergarten or your older kids off to college, shopping for school supplies can be a major challenge.
Do you also want to buy American-made products? It might seem like a daunting task, but that’s where we come in.
Here at the Federation of American Manufacturing, we’ve been compiling a list of American-made back-to-school supplies for years. Many of us have children of our own, so we know firsthand which American-made supplies are worth buying. Below, we’ve picked out our 10 favorites that are made in the USA.
Crayola Crayons: Few American companies are as iconic as Crayola. Crayons were manufactured Crayola has been operating in the United States since 1903. Today, the company produces 3 billion (!!!) crayons a year at its factory in Easton, Pennsylvania, supporting 1,200 jobs. A box of Crayola crayons remains very affordable and is currently sold at major retailers like Target. Selling for 50 cents a box Although Crayola has moved some production overseas, it still makes many of its products in the United States, including Crayola markers, Silly Putty, air dry clay, paints and its popular Color Wonder products.
USA Gold Pencils: Every student needs a lot of pencils, and you can’t go wrong with USA Gold pencils, which are made in Tennessee from California cedar. There are several companies that manufacture pencils in the United States, but we chose USA Gold for this list because they are easily available in packs of 12. target $2.39. Walmart Also available in 60 packs.
Five Star Notebook: Although computers and tablets are increasingly taking over classroom time, students still need a good notebook to take handwritten notes. Five Star Notebooks are still some of the best notebooks available, and their spiral notebooks are reasonably priced at just $6 a pop, and are currently on sale at some retailers. Sell on saleFive Star Notebooks are not only made in the USA, they are union manufactured. Member of United Steelworkers Local 1442 Alexandria, Pennsylvania
Field notes: Another good option for taking notes is Field notes The company specializes in creating small notebooks modeled after the promotional notepads given to American farmers by various seed and tractor companies, most of whose products are 3.5″ x 5.5″ in size. The Chicago company features award-winning designs on the covers of its notebooks. Stylish planner and Quarterly Subscription set.
Mokuyobi Backpacks and Lunch Bags: There are several companies in the United States that manufacture high-quality backpacks and lunch bags, but one manufacturer in Los Angeles Wednesday It stands out by emphasizing bright colors and fun patterns. BackpacksMokuyobi also makes laptop cases, fanny packs, and lunch bags in the City of Angels. Young children will love the neon colors and creative designs, but high school and college students will also appreciate the brand’s sophisticated style.
Pilot Pens: Advanced students tend to prefer pens over pencils, and Pilot pens are some of the best American-made pens on the market. The company was founded in Tokyo and has offices around the world, Pen production continues in Jacksonville, Florida — Always check the country of origin label before purchasing. Pilot pens are available at most retailers. Walmart is currently Set of 5 for $5.94.
Scotch tape and post-it notes: Well, it’s a bit unfair to have two in one, but they’re both made by 3M, and they’re common consumables that might not be at the top of your shopping list, but are sure to come in handy, so we’re including them together. Most of the Post-it notes in the world are made by 3M. Factory in Cynthiana, Kentucky.3M also produces its famous Scotch tape in the same factory. Another plant in Hutchinson, Minnesota.
Grado Headphones: It’s hard to find American-made electronics, but headphones are Made by Grado Not only are they manufactured in Brooklyn, New York, but they are also considered to be some of the best on the market. While some of the company’s products can be pricey, Grado’s The entry-level headphones will cost $99A great option for high school and college students looking for something special.
MacPro: Unfortunately, it is impossible to find a computer that is made entirely in the US with US-sourced parts, and even some of the smaller assembly that used to take place in the US has been moved overseas. However, there are a few brands that do have assembly operations in the US, mostly for specialty or premium products. The most famous is Apple, working with their partner Flex to Build a Top-Notch PC In Austin.
Purell Hand Sanitizer: The back to school season also marks the unofficial start of cold and flu season, so be sure to have plenty of hand sanitizer on hand to prevent the spread of germs. Purell The company’s products are available at most major retailers, and it manufactures most of its hand sanitizer in its facilities in Wooster and Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio.
