What Your Child Should Bring to College What Your Child Should Bring to College Here are some items that should probably be on every child's packing list for college: Two sets of bedsheets and two pillows Towels, bathrobe, sandals for shower, and shower caddy with toiletries Hangers for clothes (plastic are best) Laundry detergent and stain remover Alarm clock Small sewing kit and first-aid kit Assorted over-the-counter medicines Duct tape Study lamp with extension cord and extra light bulb Dictionary, thesaurus, pens, pencils, and paper Photo album (to help with homesickness) Address book Milk crates (for storage) Silverware, plate, and glasses or mugs Hot plate (if allowed) Camera Radio and/or small television (good idea to check with roommate first) Laptop computer (if you have one and/or it's required) Cleaning supplies (for that first day or two in the new room) Any other favorite items