It’s back-to-school time!

While some moms are celebrating and some kids are crying about the end of summer, a back to school list is inevitable!  If you’re like me, you’re wondering what my kids need for back to school?  Really need? Having a back to school supply list makes it easier when shopping.

Here are the best back-to-school items:

School supplies

back to school list

Ah yes, shopping for school supplies like binders, pencil cases and notebooks are always fun. Hilroy supplies are my favourite – they’re colourful and cool. They are always my back to school essentials!

Locker Accessories

For the older kids, locker accessories are a must – and not just a mirror!  Love The Kit by Dudley.  Available at Staples.

back to school essentials

Lunch Box

There are so many options for lunch boxes out there, especially since many school are litter-less. This Original Goodbyn™ Lunchbox in Green Apple is adorable.  Fenigo.com.  $29.97.

back to school must haves

Running shoes (indoor and outdoor):

Kids will need a clean pair of indoor shoes; velcro will come in handy for younger kids while older kids can enjoy runners like these cool and comfortable Reebok RealFlex and ZigTech footwear, which are lighter and sleeker offering great cushioning. Available at Reebok stores, Foot Locker, Sport Chek. $64.99 and up.

back to school list

Labels

You don’t want your child to lose their stuff so label them!  Mabel’s Labels have always been my favourite and now they are selling these fabulous Write Away labels that come in handy

back to school list

Backback

A good sturdy backpack with plenty of space is essential for your kids.  The licensed/character backpacks are cute when kids are really young but they don’t seem to last very long.  These backpacks from Roots and Dudley are sure to last!

best backpacks for school
Roots backpacks available at Canadian Tire and Costco.

best backpacks, school back pack

Water bottle

There are so many water bottles to choose from – stainless steel, personalized – but I prefer a BPA-free plastic bottle with a label on it.  I like the Nalgene Tritan GripnGulp Water Bottle. Available at Mountain Equipment Co-op. $7.75.

 

Keeping Kids Healthy

With a healthy diet, kids can have the energy to perform and focus on their school day.  I like Iron Kids Gummies to ensure my kids are getting their daily vitamin intake. Available at Superstore, Walmart, Sobeys and Shoppers Drug Mart.

Oral health is also important which is why the Oral B Professional Care Rechargeable Toothbrush SmartSeries 5000 is wonderful. The SmartGuide is perfect for kids – it tells them how to brush their teeth and for how long on each side.

 best toothbrush for kids

For Your Tween/Teen

If you allow your child to have a cell phone, then the Samsung Galaxy 3is a cool bet; has a 3.2 inch 16M colours full touch screen, Android™ 2.1 with Flash support and Swype text input.

So now that the kids are in school, time to sit back and enjoy a cup of coffee… spiked with some Baileys. Cheers to a new year!

Author

Maria Lianos-Carbone is the author of “Oh Baby! A Mom’s Self-Care Survival Guide for the First Year”, and publisher of amotherworld.com, a leading lifestyle blog for women.

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