It’s Official—Illinois Summer Is Ending When You Spot This Item

It happens every year like clockwork.  Every time you see this one thing in stores, you know summer is almost over.

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One minute you're grabbing sunscreen and your swimsuit, next you're dodging cardboard displays and bins full of bright colors.  It's the seasonal shift kids do not want to ever happen.  Once they spot these in big box stores, they're holding onto every last bit of summer they can!

The One Store Item That Signals Summer’s End in Illinois

Yep, I'm talking about school supplies.

Folders, glue sticks, pencils, erasers, binders—who knew one trip to Target or Walmart could ruin a kid's whole day?  School supplies are the unofficial sign that summer is wrapping up and school will be back in session soon.

I mean, it's a good sign for parents and anyone who likes to shop in peace!  Kids are back in school, parents get a little bit of a break, and there are no screaming children on the floor in the toy aisle you'll have to dodge.

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So, while you're soaking up the last few weeks of summer, don't be surprised if you suddenly find yourself knee-deep in a pile or notebooks and lunchboxes.  Whether you love it or dread it, those school supplies don't lie—fall is right around the corner!

So if you needed a sign to get back-to-school shopping early to beat the crowds, the school supplies in the middle of the aisles are it.  Seriously, fall is closer than you think.

I'm ready for sweater weather, are you?