Due to sluggish first-quarter earnings, Target is attempting to attract customers back into its stores with lower prices. During the first quarter earnings call, Rick Gomez, Target’s executive vice president and chief commercial officer, shared that first quarter net sales were down by 2.8%. “Overall results are not delivering at the level we want,” he said.
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Target’s strategy? Position itself as more of a “value player” among retailers. As such, you’ll find over 1,000 back-to-school items under $5. Here are some of the ones you should add to your cart at Target.
Elmer’s 12-Pack Washable School Glue Sticks
- Price: $4.49 (regularly $5.99)
This one’s for the teachers. If you need to supplement your classroom with extra supplies, Target has a 12-pack of Elmer’s washable glue sticks for under $5. These are perfect for arts and crafts or special projects to keep students engaged and learning, and they’re on sale.
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Dealworthy Wide-Rule Spiral Notebook
- Price: $0.35 (regularly $0.99)
Spiral notebooks are a staple for every school year. Stock up on these essentials for just $0.35 each. For that price, you can get 14 of these wide-ruled notebooks for under $5. Typically, these notebooks cost $0.99 each, so you’ll get these at a 65% discount.
Dealworthy 16-Ounce Clear Water Bottle
- Price: $2.00
Most schools will require your child to bring a water bottle, but those can get lost easily, so you probably don’t want to spend a fortune on one. Getting this clear water bottle from Target costs only $2, so losing it won’t be the end of the world.
Dealworthy Backpack
- Price: $5.00
A new school year means a new backpack, but you don’t have to break your back-to-school budget to find one you’ll like. This Dealworthy backpack comes in nine colors and has a 23-liter capacity. It even has a 16-inch laptop sleeve. For $5, this backpack is a steal.
Dealworthy Lunch Totes
- Price: $3.00
Get a matching lunch box for your Dealworthy backpack for just $3. Inside, there’s a mesh pocket that could hold an ice pack, and there’s an easy-to-clean insulated lining. The 4-liter capacity is enough to hold lunch and snacks.
BIC Xtra Life Ballpoint Pens
- Price: $1.29 (regularly $1.89)
You can never have enough pens, and you can get a discount on these Bic Xtra Life pens. This 10-count pack of pens is on sale for just $1.29.
Editor’s note: Pricing and availability may vary depending on location.
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