Going supply shopping for back-to-school in Michigan? Consult this list first

Michigan families, it's time stock up on new pencils, markers and crayons.

Schools and teachers may be recommending supply lists to parents in the weeks before school starts, and many groups across the state are organizing giveaway s of backpacks laden with pencils, glue sticks and other supplies.

Many parents are wary of overspending this year and are looking for deals as they fill out lists of things their student needs.

Whether you're the parent of a student, or a student yourself, here’s your guide to back-to-school shopping supplies:

Must-have back-to-school supplies

Back-to-school supplies vary from classroom to classroom, from teacher to teacher. If your child is in elementary or middle school, they may have received an itemized classroom supply list from their new teache