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It feels like we wait so long for the summer holidays to come around and then they are over before we know it. It’s now time to start thinking about getting prepared for the return to school in September. In not so many weeks we’ll be packing those school bags again so today I’m sharing some back to school essentials!
Waterproof clothing from Muddy Puddles
Whether your child is in nursery, infant school or junior school, getting wet during the day is no fun. Muddy Puddles has such a great range of waterproof clothes and accessories, all which comes in lots of different designs and sizes.
The EcoSplash Waterproof Fleece Lined Jacket is made from 100% recycled fabric and is waterproof up to 10,000 mm which means kids can be out in really heavy rain and still stay dry. The designs are bright and colouring, which are great for kids, while also having reflective features to keep them safe.
For those maybe going to forest schools, or spending a lot of time outdoors, the Puddlestomper wellies and Orignals waterproof puddle suit make a fantastic pair. The puddle suit has adjustable underfoot stirrups with elasticated hem to prevent trousers riding upand an elasticated hood and cuffs for maximum dryness. The wellies come in multiple designs and are tall, meaning they can keep feet as dry as possible, no matter how many muddy puddles they jump in!
Personalised stationery and water bottle
The new school year means new stationery and I love this Personalised Green Castelli Notebook, Pen & White Water Bottle Gift Set from Boutique Gifts. All three items can be personalised, and the white and pink colours go together perfectly. This would make a great gift for someone maybe starting a new school, or moving up to high school this year.
Nike lunch box
Erin has a mix of hot lunches at school and packed lunch. Now that she’s getting a bit older, Erin wants something cool to take her lunch to school in and the Nike Futura Junior Fuel Pack Lunch Box from Footasylum is ideal.
Being PEVA-insulated, this lunch box great for keeping your food cool or warm. There’s one large main compartment, and a smaller pocket on the outside. The carry handle makes it great for carrying to and from school comfortably.
My Little Miracle bedtime products
Back to school isn’t all about equipment and stationery. There’s a lot to be said for after school care and being prepared for the next day. Starting school, no matter what year, is a big deal and it can really take it’s toll on emotions. My Little Miracle have a beautiful range of bedtime products, perfect for helping little ones unwind and calm down after a busy day at school. The range includes Bedtime Bath Bubbles, Bedtime Top To Toe Wash, Bedtime Body Lotion and Bedtime Massage Oil.
Available to buy at Savers, B&M, Boyes, PoundStretcher and OneBeyond.
Bio-Kult’s 3-in-1 Biotic Blend Gummies
Going back to school can take it’s toll on both the body and mind. Bio-Kult’s 3-in-1 Biotic Blend Gummies for kids are a great way to get a boost with multivitamins. Made in an easy to take gummy, these will help to nurture gut health while also having multivitamins. Even better, they’re available for ages 4+ so perfect right from nursery age.
There are also options for adults and teens, because we all need something to help look after ourselves!
Amazon Basics backpack
No matter what age your child is or what year they are going into, they’re going to need a decent bag. The Amazon Basics School Backpack comes in two different colour options, either pink/ purple or blue/ green. The large main compartment has lots of space for essentials and the elasticated side pockets are perfect for drinks. There are also adjustable straps and mesh back panels to make the bag breathable.
Scientific calculator
Casio has been such a big name since even before I was at school and if your child is thinking about their GCSEs soon you’ll need a scientific calculator for them. The Casio FX-83GTX Calculator is recommended for GCSEs and will be an essential piece of kit for those later years of high school.
Maths set
Another great set for maths lessons is the Helix Oxford Maths Set. It comes in a lovely tin so you can keep all of the bits together and safe in a school bag. Inside the set you get Metal Storage Tin
. 9cm Compass Pencil
. 15cm (6 inch) Ruler
. Stencil (alphabet and numbers 0-9)
. Self- Centring Compass with safety point
. 180 degree Protractor
. 45 degree and 60 degree Set-squares
. Pencil Sharpener with anti-tamper safety screw
. PVC free Eraser
. Timetable and Maths Factsheet
Handwriting pens
I remember having a Berol handwriting pen way back when I was at school (and that’s going back some now). There’s a reason why these pens are still going strong and that’s because they’re designed to help children to develop a neat and easy style of handwriting.
Stabilo stationery
Ryman has a great range of highlighters in a whole rainbow of colours! STABILO are such a well-known brand and offers a wonderful selection of colours. These pastel highlighters are a great way to help with revision and notes and they’re sure to make things stand out.
Another really great find from the Amazon Basics range is this pack of 12 highlighters. Coming in a range of colours, these highlighters are more like pens compared to other highlighters. This might make them easier for younger children to hold as they’ll be more used to the shape and feel.
When children are just starting school, maybe in Reception and then into year 1, they’re really starting to learn how to write. Holding pens and pencils can be a bit tricky at times but STABILO has a great range called Easy Start. From the EASYgraph pencils to the EASYergo 3.15 pencils, which come in both left and right-handed options, are a great way to set children up for a great start.
Another product from STABILO are EASYcolors. The triangular shape and moulded grip zones promote the dynamic tripod grip and even after sharpening, these features stay the same. Children will be able to create their colourful masterpieces with these colouring pencils.
Learning games from Orchard Toys
When children first start school, and then as they carry on, it’s so important to help to make learning fun. Orchard Toys have such a fantastic range of fun and educational toys. For ages 5+, Slimy Rhymes and Number Bears are really good choices. With a mix of word and number games, these offer children a great way to extend their education at home.
Why not make something like learning times tables super fun at home with the Times Tables Heroes game from Orchard Toys. Not only do you get a great times tables board but there are 2 games in 1! Along with Hero City Board Game you also get Multiplication Bingo so there are loads of fun ways to learn.
Are you ready for back to school yet?
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