Getting Ready to Go Back to School in DC

July 31, 2025 | Lifestyle

For families all over the country, the arrival of August means one thing: The kids are going back to school! From supplies to shopping, one thing is clear: DC’s collective return to the classroom requires a lot of parental preparation.

Not sure where to start? Keep reading to learn where you can go to help your kids get back to school in style — and maybe even have some fun together along the way!

#1 Pam K Bambini Boutique: Pam K Bambini Boutique is a WOC-owned business specializing in designer kids clothing for infants all the way up to age 14. With girls and boys’ fashion ranging from onesies to first dance attire, here, you can always find an outfit for your kid — no matter what grade they’re entering.

➤ Learn more about Pam K Bambini Boutique here.

#2 Three Littles: After being a nanny in Washington DC for many years, the Three Littles shop owner realized there was a lack of sustainable goods in the children’s market today. With a little support from family and friends, Three Littles was born. Stocking sustainable and thoughtfully-made children’s toys, clothing, and accessories, everything at Three Littles is made to last and be passed on to future generations of your family.

➤ Learn more about Three Littles here.

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#3 Solid State Books: Owned by one of our dear clients, this gem tucked into DC’s H Street Corridor, Solid State Books is more than just a bookstore — it’s a gathering place for curious minds of all ages. With a thoughtfully curated children’s and young adult section, it’s an ideal stop for back-to-school inspiration. You’ll find everything from timely reads and classic novels to planners, journals, and back-pocket notebooks that make getting organized feel like part of the fun.

The cozy café and regular author events add to the bookstore’s welcoming, community-first vibe. Whether your student is just learning to read or ready for AP Lit, Solid State offers stories — and supplies — that meet them where they are.

➤ Learn more about Solid State here.

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#4 Jenni Bick Custom Journals: Blank pages waiting to be filled, bound inside a cover: That’s what Jenni Bick is all about. Some people keep a journal for daily notes and everyday reminders. Others choose to do their creative writing and personal reflecting there. Regardless of your journaling style or needs, when it comes to 2025 planners, Jenni Bick happens to believe the right tool can foster your creativity and productivity all at once!

➤ Learn more about Jenni Bick here.

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#5 BLICK: Visit the Washington BLICK store at McPherson Square and shop a wide assortment of art materials, craft supplies, and unique gift items for professional artists, educators, and students alike. Whatever your needs, it’s all available at your area art supply store!

➤ Learn more about BLICK here.

#6 Politics and Prose: A DC institution with deep literary roots, Politics and Prose offers an unmatched selection of books, gifts, and school-ready supplies in an atmosphere that values both intellect and imagination. Their expansive children’s section features everything from picture books and graphic novels to academic must-haves and thoughtful nonfiction. Beyond the bookshelves, you’ll find planners, pens, and paper goods designed to set students up for success with style. Thanks to three locations across the city and a calendar full of events for kids, teens, and adults, Politics and Prose makes back-to-school shopping feel like a tradition worth savoring.

➤ Learn more about Politics and Prose here.