Why did 20,000 people buy these Bic pencils? Find out for under $8

• Amazon is offering a 40-pack of Bic Xtra Smooth Mechanical Pencils for 54% off.
• Back-to-school deals typically begin in late June and continue through the summer.
• Shoppers can find discounts on school supplies, backpacks, clothing, and other essentials.
• Other deals at Amazon include binders, pencil bags, and JanSport backpacks.

If it is already back-to-school shopping season in your house, you should know that some of the best deals are already live on Amazon. If you’re stocking up on classroom essentials, this is one discount you won’t want to miss.

Right now, you can snag a 40-pack of Bic Xtra Smooth Mechanical Pencils for just $7.44—that’s 54% off. Available in both pastel and bright color options, these pencils are a budget-friendly way to fill backpacks without sacrificing quality.

These aren’t just any pencils, either. The Bic Xtra Smooth is a go-to for teachers, parents, and students thanks to its consistent lead, built-in erasers and no-sharpen convenience—perfect for busy school days. It’s no surprise the set has sold more than 20,000 packs in the past month alone, making it one of Amazon’s most popular back-to-school buys right now.

With prices this low (and demand this high), there’s a good chance this deal won’t stick around for long. If it’s on your school supply list, it’s worth grabbing before it sells out.

Save 54% on 40 Bic Xtra Smooth Mechanical Pencils before this Amazon deal disappears

BIC Xtra-Smooth Mechanical Pencils

These reliable 0.7 mm mechanical pencils never need sharpening, erase cleanly without smudging and come in a school-ready 40-pack perfect for stocking any backpack or classroom supply drawer. Save at Amazon

When do back-to-school sales start?

We typically start to see back-to-school deals start popping up around late June and really ramping up through July as retailers launch their end-of-season sales.

Many families wait until tax-free weekends in their state, or even August if you have a later school start.

Many retailers offer discounts on both school supplies and everyday essentials throughout the summer. Shopping early often gives you the best deals and the best selection of backpacks, lunch boxes, water bottles and other popular items before they sell out. Stay tuned for more back-to-school sales on clothing, shoes and more.

Shop more customer-favorite back-to-school deals at Amazon:

Bentgo Kids Backpack

This lightweight and durable backpack is perfect for kids ages 4 and up with its comfortable, adjustable padded straps, easy-grip handle and kid-friendly extended zipper pulls to open and close with ease. Plus, make sure to clip the digital coupon for an additional 10% off at checkout! Shop now at Amazon

Gatorade Kids' Rookie Metal Water Bottle, 12-Ounce

A 12-ounce premium stainless-steel fully insulated bottle designed for your rookie athletes to keep drinks cold on and off the field. Shop now at Amazon

Mead Spiral Notebook, 6-Pack

Stock up for back-to-school season with this convenient 6-pack of Mead Spiral Notebooks. Perfect for students, teachers and busy professionals, these classic notebooks offer plenty of space for notes, assignments, lists and more. Shop now at Amazon

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