There are books, pencils, markers, and new school clothes everywhere, and it’s only going to get worse once school actually gets going. That’s where the magic of the Internet comes in. Thanks to the brilliant people online, it’s easy to find clever tricks for organizing everything from school lunches to hair ties to the piles and piles of artwork kids bring home every single day. For parents who want to calm the chaos in their busy homes but aren’t quite sure how to get started, this is the right place. We’ve put together a handy list of the smartest, cheapest, and most user-friendly back to school hacks to make getting ready for the new school year a total cinch. Click through to see 20 life-changing organization ideas that will make this back to school season the easiest and most successful one yet! School Lunch Box Plan ($1.95, The Zesty Nest/Etsy)