The ultimate back-to-school shopping guide of must-haves for both you and your child
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Disney Backpacks
No matter how old your child is, the ultimate back-to-school essential is the backpack. They can't go on without it! For younger children, go with backpacks that have characters and designs your child will love like a classic Disney designed backpack. From Tinkerbell, Mickey and Minnie Mouse, your child is bound to find a bag with their favourite Disney character on them. And for more bang for your buck, keep your eyes out for ones with matching lunch bags or pencil cases!
Disney backpack- Fairies, Walmart $14
Disney backpack- Princess, Walmart $14
Disney backpack- Minnie Mouse, Walmart
Disney backpack- Mickey Mouse, Walmart, $14
Disney backpack- Cars, Walmart $19
Disney backpack- Cars, Walmart $19
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Personalized Lunch Box
Instead of your regular lunch box, get something a real personal touch. These lunch boxes not only come with your child's name, but come with a chalkboard wall so you can send cute messages and pictures to your child everyday. It doesn't get much cuter than that.
Personalized lunch box, I See Me $29.95
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The Litterless Lunch Bento Box
The days of plastic bags are over! Give your child a litterless lunch and switch to a bento box. Yum Box bento boxes not only practices portion control but it's completely leakproof so you never have to worry about something spilling into their lunch bag!
Framboise Pink bento box, Yum Box $28
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Eco Vessel Bottles
Keep your child hydrated with cool fresh water everyday. These Eco Vessel bottles are made with a sturdy stainless steel to resist dents and keeps water cool for hours. They're also sweatproof, so you never have to worry about it wetting something inside your child's backpack. They're reusable and something your child can continue using as years go on.
Kids Insulated Bottles with Straw Tops, Eco Vessel $22.95
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Pencil Cases
Your child definitely needs a pencil case to carry all their supplies in! Toys R Us supples fun pencil cases featuring characters from your child's favourite video games and cartoons. They open and close with a zipper so their supples never spill out of the case.
All pencil cases, Toys R Us $4.99
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Child-Sized Workspace
When it comes to back to school essentials, we're also talking about essentials for your home. Give your child a workspace where can do their homework and crafts at home in a quiet space.
Tot Tutors Espresso-coloured kid sized table, Toys R Us $149.99
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Fun Brain Games and Activities
Learning shouldn't stop in the classroom. On days when your child doesn't have any homework, continue developing their skills with fun games and activity books. Indigo has a whole selection to choose from based on grade and subject. From spelling, phonics, math and science- turn your home into a space where the learning never stops.
Brain Games Kids Kindergarten, Indigo $7.99
Learn to Write the 1st 100 words, Indigo $7.99
Brain Games Kids Phonics Fun, Indigo $7.99
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Show Me Off Corkboard
Now before you raise an eyebrow and think, "Why in the world would my child need a bulletin board?" Well, there's only so many drawings and paintings your refrigerator can take. If your child is in grade 1 or below, the more likely they are to proudly bring home and show off their latest masterpieces. So when your fridge simply can't take it any longer, hang a corkboard in their room or their workspace to showcase all their work.
Quartet Natural Cork Bulletin board, Walmart $11.97
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MotherWord Perpetual Daily Agenda
Back to school also means back to after school sports, activities, clubs and meetings. For the mom that wants to stay on top of all her child's activities and likes it all written down, MotherWord's daily agenda is for you. It will help you plan day-to-day events, track appointments, meal plans and chore lists.
MotherWord Perpetual Daily Agenda, Walmart $12.99
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Dial Body and Hair Kids
After a whole day of play, you need a soap and shampoo that is gentle but strong enough to wash off all the day's dirt. Dial Body and Hair for 2+ is a tear free formula and has a fruity peach scent. Dial's Body and Hair for 6+ comes in berry cool and watery melon scent. These products are perfect for your little one's delicate skin and will leave them smelling fresh. It's all-in-one formula makes bathes quick and easy.
Dial Body and Hair Kids, Walmart $3.96
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Lice Shield
The last thing you want is your child to get lice. Unfortunately lice outbreaks will happen one time or another at your child's school. And boy, can it spread fast. Luckily you can protect you and your child with Lice Shield. Their shampoo and daily spray repels lice so you never have to worry. Both shampoo and spray are gentle enough for regular use.
Lice Shield Leave In Spray, Walmart $6.97
Lice Shield Shampoo and Conditioner in 1, Walmart $9.48
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