While it still feels like we’re in the dogdays of summer, back-to-school season is right around the corner. Whether you’re helping your children (or grandchildren) pick out the perfect backpack, or brushing up on your own skills, wireless technology makes it easier than ever to get ready for the new school year.

From organizing school supplies to learning a new skill for us lifelong learners, wireless technology can keep learning fun for all ages:

Shop Smart from Anywhere, Anytime: The days of running from store to store trying to track down pencils and paper are well behind us. Now, back to school shopping can be done with a few taps on your mobile phone or tablet. Retailers like Target, Walmart, and Amazon offer one-click school supply lists based on your child’s school and grade. Everything from notebooks to lunchboxes can be delivered right to your doorstep. If you’re in a time crunch, many stores offer same-day delivery or curbside pickup, making back to school shopping a breeze.

Coordinate Calendars from the Palm of Your Hand: Keeping up with schedules can be tricky, especially with multiple little ones going to school, sports, and after-school activities. Calendar and reminder apps like Cozi and Google Calendar help families stay on track. You can add events, grocery lists, and even color-code activities for each member of the family. As the school year approaches, now is the time to start planning to ensure a seamless transition into busy schedules.

Challenge Yourself to Master a New Skill: Back-to-school season isn’t just for the kids; it’s a wonderful time to challenge your own brain, too. Whether you’re interested in history, photography, or cooking, online classes make it easy to learn countless new skills from the comfort of home. Thanks to wireless, learning on the go is easier than ever with Wi-Fi hotspots powered by fast 5G speeds.

Say “Bonjour” to Learning a Language: Looking to dive into a new language or dust off your foreign language skills ahead of an eagerly anticipated family trip? Learning a language is easier than ever with apps like Duolingo and Babbel. These fun, bite-sized lessons are perfect for beginners of all ages. With the ability to set your own pace and learn in daily increments, adding another language to your vocabulary will be done in no time.

Pick Up Your Next Page Turner: Summer reading reports are done and turned in, leaving the opportunity to browse for your next read. With the help of the Kindle app and the Libby app, you have access to books on nearly every topic imaginable and right at your fingertips. Whether there’s a piece of history you’d like to dive into or have your heart set on a lighter read, picking up a book is an easy way to keep your mind sharp.

This back-to-school season, lean on wireless to seamlessly check off your to-do list while also finding new ways to continue learning all year long.