& Insider Tips for Smarter Shopping
The start of a new school year brings a mix of nostalgia and excitement. Teachers, students and parents start planning lessons, bulletin boards and marketing materials weeks before classes begin. High‑quality graphics make that process easier, so we created an exclusive Back to School Clipart pack that you can download for free. This article compares our clipart to typical options, shares creative ways to use the set and highlights how WishMerge can help you save on school supplies.
Why most back‑to‑school clipart is underwhelming
Many popular websites host thousands of school graphics, but quantity doesn’t always mean quality. Sites like iClipart and Clipart.com focus on volume; their posts emphasise that shoppers search for images weeks before school starts and then link to generic collections. Vintage blogs curate charming black‑and‑white drawings showing schoolboys with their pets or whispering schoolgirls, but these illustrations don’t fit modern designs. Even large image libraries such as Pngtree or Freepik require registration or subscription, and licensing can be unclear.
Our Back to School Clipart set was designed to solve those issues:
- Original pastel‑3D style – Each icon is hand‑crafted in a soft, modern palette. There’s a friendly school bus, backpack, calculator, crayons, chalkboard, students reading and more.
- High‑resolution PNGs with transparent backgrounds – you can layer them over coloured backgrounds without editing.
- Free to download – Use them in personal and promotional projects without attribution (see usage guidelines below). The only restriction is that you may not resell the graphics on their own.
At a glance: how our set compares
| Feature | Our clipart pack | Typical competitor packs |
| Style | Modern pastel 3D illustrations (24 icons) | Mostly flat or vintage images; inconsistent styles |
| Price/licensing | Free for personal and promotional use; no signup required (reselling prohibited) | Many require membership or paid credits; some restrict commercial use |
| Format | PNG with transparent backgrounds | Mix of PNG, JPG and vector; some images have white backgrounds |
| Ease of use | Ready to drop into social posts, presentations and lesson plans | Often need editing (remove background, resize, recolour) |
Download your free Back to School clipart
The set contains all the essentials: stationery (pencils, crayons, rulers), classroom items (chalkboards, books, palettes), transportation (school bus), students of different ages and a laptop with a WishMerge message. Feel free to use these PNGs in lesson plans, printable worksheets, marketing materials, presentations or social media posts. You can download the entire collection as a compressed folder or save individual images straight from this article.
Usage guidelines
- Free for personal and promotional projects. You can use the clipart on invitations, flyers, newsletters, videos, websites, apps and social posts.
- Credit is appreciated but not required. We’d love if you link back to this page so others can enjoy the pack.
- Do not resell or redistribute the files by themselves. Incorporate them into your own designs instead.
- Don’t claim authorship. Please respect the effort it took to create these icons.
Creative ideas for using the clipart
- Classroom decorations – Print the icons as banners or name tags to welcome students on the first day. You can also create sticker charts or homework passes.
- Lesson plans and worksheets – Use the chalkboard or notebook icons to highlight instructions. Illustrations help hold students’ attention[4].
- Digital marketing – Promote back‑to‑school sales on social media using the bus or backpack icons. Teachers Pay Teachers sellers often brighten product covers with fun illustrations[5].
- Bullet journaling and scrapbooking – Incorporate the crayons, palettes and books into creative spreads. Pair them with pastel washi tapes for a cohesive look.
- School events – Create invitations for open house, parent‑teacher conferences or fundraising events. Icons like the graduation cap and diploma work for senior nights and award ceremonies.
Smart shopping with WishMerge
What is WishMerge?
WishMerge is a shopping discovery site that curates deals, trending products and gift ideas from major retailers. It doesn’t sell anything directly; instead, it links to trusted stores like Amazon and Etsy. The platform is free to use, and the team updates deals daily. WishMerge makes money through affiliate links, but there is no extra cost to you. Importantly, it doesn’t sell or share your personal data.
Explore back‑to‑school deals
WishMerge’s back‑to‑school shopping hub features curated categories such as eco‑friendly supplies, limited‑time offers, top tech picks (laptops, tablets and accessories) and fresh deals updated daily. You’ll find backpacks, stationery, ergonomic desks and chairs, learning tablets and more often at significant discounts. For example, the Back to School Shopping Clothes Guide for Parents on WishMerge suggests starting early and checking deals online to avoid last‑minute panic. It recommends going through your child’s closet first and adopting a “one fun, one practical” rule to balance trendy picks with wardrobe staples. The guide also encourages parents to shop in July and browse WishMerge’s deals section for early markdowns.
Back‑to‑school success checklist (inspired by educators & parents)
Competitor blog posts often remind teachers and parents to prepare early[13] and organise the learning environment. Combining those insights with WishMerge’s advice results in a practical checklist:
- Plan ahead: Start preparing in midsummer so you can compare prices and stock up on essentials without stress.
- Communicate: Teachers should send schedules and supply lists before classes start; parents should discuss expectations with children.
- Create an organised space: Whether you’re decorating a classroom or setting up a study corner at home, a tidy, welcoming environment boosts engagement.
- Use visual aids: Educational images and clipart make lessons more engaging.
- Respect emotional and physical needs: Acknowledge students’ anxieties, check that clothing and furniture fit comfortably and create an inclusive atmosphere.
Create & save smart this school year
Our free Back to School Clipart pack offers a modern, cohesive alternative to the scattered libraries you’ll find elsewhere. Each PNG icon comes in high resolution with a transparent background and can be used in any personal or promotional project—just don’t resell the artwork. To stretch your budget further, explore WishMerge’s back‑to‑school deals. The platform curates tech gadgets, eco‑friendly supplies and clothing discounts and updates them daily. By combining creative assets with smart shopping, you’ll be ready to welcome the new academic year in style.
