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Chaos, Crayons & Coffee: Back to School Essentials
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items From morning meltdowns to lunchbox letdowns, back-to-school season is no joke, especially with a 5-year-old, a toddler, and a to-do list a mile long. This curated list includes Tidbits and Must Haves to keep your little ones organized, entertained, a...
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I’m obsessed with bento lunches for my kids they’re cute, organized, and make packing lunch way less stressful. Everything has its place, and somehow they eat more when it’s all bite-sized and fun!
Lunch Boxes for Kids | Bentgo® Official Site
Perfect size for my 5 year old and toddler who need a full sized bag but are a still a bit too small for a regular back pack.
Kids Backpacks for Hiking, Backpacking, Camping & Travel
Perfect shoe for my toddlers to out in by themselves! Grab an extra pair to leave at school along with that back up outfit.
Kids
Perfect boot for independence! Handles are perfect for the little ones to out on by themselves.
Kids Rain Boots, Toddler Rain Boots
Staple for school and home. Grab 2 per kid! Use the top to clip onto backpack.
Kids' Freesip®
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Can’t go wrong with stainless steel. No more taking apart 20 piece water bottle to clean and no mold!
Kid's Cups, Sippy Cups, Steel Cups with Straws
Grab 2 so you have a backup mid week for wash day. Great option for daycare.
Tot Cot Daycare | Preschool Nap Mat
Just snagged the Bento bento lunch box on Amazon and I’m obsessed! Super cute and perfect for portioned meals, dishwasher safe, leak proof, and it makes packing lunches SO easy!
Munchkin Lunch Bento Box w/ Utensils, BPA-Free
This pencil wrap organizer is a game changer! Lightweight, beautifully made canvas, with secure elastic slots—perfect for school ready kids.
DIYOMR 36 Slots Pencil Roll Bag Constellation
The two‑line layout and multisensory Wet‑Dry‑Try approach make letter formation fun, and the miniature chalk & sponge tools are perfect for little hands
Handwriting Without Tears Slate Chalkboard Kit
New Balance is a great brand for kids sneakers, especially those with a wide toe box. My 2.5 year old and 5 year old love them. Get an extra pair one size up!
New Balance Kids 574 Core Hook and Loop Sneaker
Great option for your bigger kids taking lunch to school!
YETI Daytrip 5L Insulated Lunch Box, Navy
Try this with some stainless steel inserts for the 5 year old that is constantly saying "I got it!" LOL
Hydro Flask Kids Insulated Lunch Box Cooler
Perfect for lunch boxes and keeping a spare in your purse, diaper bag, or glove compartment.
Reusable Travel Utensils Set, 4 Sets Wheat Straw Cutlery with Case
Cute and functional ice pack for school lunch boxes.
Bentgo Buddies Reusable Ice Packs 4-Pack
Perfect for kindergarten! Lot's of color options, functional, and a good size to take home the dreaded "take home folder"
STEAMEDBUN Toddler Backpack Boys 2-4
Because everything has to be labeled....EVERYTHING
Custom Waterproof Name Stickers for Bottles (6)
My personal favorite for items that require weekly updated labels. Connects to smart phone and can literally label it with ANYTHING.
Phomemo D30 Portable Bluetooth Thermal Label Printer
For kids but also for me, I tend to use for dry snacks but also great for prepping yogurt and granola or fruit and keeping in the fridge for those busy on the go breakfast mornings.
AGIFTMIND 2PCS Silicone Snack Containers with Lids
Uncrustable who?! More variety and less expensive. Be careful not to overfill, less is actually more with this nifty tool.
CHICHAUS 3.7in Sandwich Maker & Cutter
For moms managing back to school
Owala is my favorite brand for cups all around so definitely had to try the coffee cup. Most importantly, it needs to actually fit in a cup holder and it does!
Owala SmoothSip Insulated Stainless Steel Tumbler 20oz Grey/Green
Tip: Build the homework and supply back stock station and make sure its always stocked! These containers are durable and the perfect size to minimize that night before school project chaos.
CATOOMUU 2 Pcs 5.5qt Clear Stackable Storage Box
Don't skip the coffee just give it a boost, Vital Proteins is a great brand and you can't even tell you added it to your favorite cup of coffee.
Vital Proteins Collagen Peptides Powder 20oz