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Look At All the Fox I Give

This insulated Thermos lunchbox will keep your kiddo’s meal at a perfect temperature. Fox lunchbox, $7.49. Dollar Star. 3129 Mt. Pleasant St. NW. (202) 462-7900.

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Instead of standing in line at Target, go to your local hardware store for basic school supplies. Crayola colored pencils, $3.99. Logan Hardware. 1734 14th St. NW. (202) 265-8900.

Everybody Wants to Rule the World

D.C.-based Appointed makes a brass ruler that’s the perfect gift for the adult in your life who’s headed back to class. Brass ruler, $24. Salt & Sundry. 1309 5th St. NE. (202) 556-1866.

Caught on Tape

Bless your desk with an adorable kitten that will hold your tape. Cat tape dispenser, $22. Analog. 716 Monroe St. NE. Studio #5.

Field of Dreams

These steno notepads are a classic for a reason. Stock up for class or life projects. Field Notes, $9.995. Stitch & Rivet. 716 Monroe St. NE, Studio #3.