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Back to school: Pre-K edition
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items All of the things I’m buying my baby girl to make her first year in big girl school extra special. This list is extra. I wanted to get her curated things that will last a long time. I love an heirloom piece. Planning to preserve her backpack so she c...
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Back pack/ accessories
First Day of School Outfit
Orientation/First day Teacher Gift
Clothes!!!
Back pack/ accessories
Of course we have to have the matching lunch box. I personalized everything with her name. I love that pottery barn does personalization esspecially for school products. It’s really helpful.
Tutu du Monde Carousel Horse Shimmer Colby Lunch Box
I selected this bento box. I think the sparkly gold goes well with the kind box. I love that it’s made from recycled materials and prevents waste from plastic bags ect.
All-in-One Bento Box
My girls have been eyeing the bromates at the store! My local store did not have Thai color so I ordered it for her. I thought this color would compliment her backpack well. My kids have never lost water bottles at school and a high quality water bot...
Leap 12oz | Glacier
This simple cutlery set is easy to open and I love that it comes with its own case for easy lunch packing
Stainless Steel Cutlery - All In Motion™ Pink
Love this non toxic hand sanitizer for all of my kids. It is gentle on the skin. I put one in her lunch box and one in her back pack.
Hand Sanitizer for Kids | Raise Them Well
This is another must have for all my kids! Again I stick one in their back packs and one in their lunch box. That way them can clean up their face or any messes the night run into during the school day.
Yipes! Plant-based Face and Hand Wipes for Kids
These are my favorite water proof sticker labels that really last!! This pack has everything you need and you can personalize them. This is great for the items that don’t come embroidered.
Big Bundle Daycare Labels Solid Combo Pack | InchBug Labels
I use this to protect and preserve the backpack lunch box and even shoes!! It works like a charm and helps your fabric items last so much longer
Scotchgard Outdoor Water Shield Spray, 13 oz
Doesn’t match her backpack exactly but it’s beautiful!!! Great quality and will last her a very long time
Early Fall Florals Oxford Quilted Pouch, Pink -
Every girl loves a cute bag charm/keychain my daughter helped pick this one out and I think it’s precious
Miokkley 3.5" Cute Bunny Plush Keychain
This gorgeous back pack and nap mat caught my eye. I am very impressed with the quality and excited to surprise her with this set! Her school requires a roll up nap mat. I love a matching set for all things luggage. I also love that it’s whimsical bu...
Tutu du Monde Carousel Mackenzie Nap Mat & Small Backpack Bundle
First Day of School Outfit
We picked out this precious dress for her first day of school. It is 100% cotton and has sibling matching options as well! I will be preserving this after her first day of school for her to pass down.
Grade School Gala Embroidered Dress, Pink -
Beautiful 75% cotton blend for stretch but great quality socks!!! These will look precious with the dress
Ripple Edge Ankle Sock, (2 Colors) -
These Mary Jane’s are for her first day of school but they will go with many more outfits throughout the year. They are great quality and she says they’re comfortable.
Stelle® Girls Classic Mary Jane Uniform Shoes in Navy
I went with the medium size for this precious bow. It will tie in the navy on her shoes as well. I love that it has her initial it is great quality.
You Choose Colors...Medium or Large Monogrammed Back to School Moonstitch Hair Bow…Personalized Apple Scalloped Boutique Bows with Initial
Orientation/First day Teacher Gift
Love this bag and the price is incredible!!! My daughter has 3 teachers so the gift will be times 3.
Pink Ditsy Floral Print Quilted Tote Bag - Kirklands Home
I picked this pearl white tissue paper to line the bags. This is a bulk pack so I can use it for gifts throughout the year.
Metallic White Tissue Paper 20x14, 60 Sheets
Went with the unscented incase of any allergies or sensitivities. A teacher can never have enough hand sanitizer and this is an elevated fun hand sanitizer. I love the mist. These never dry my hands out.
Unscented Power Mist Hydrating Hand Sanitizer - Touchland | Ulta Beauty
This hydrating mist is so nice on the skin. We live in the south and it’s hot most of the time. This is so refreshing and cooling works for every skin type and comes in a 3 pack which is great!
Natural Mineral Water Facial Spray Travel Trio - Evian Mineral Spray | Ulta Beauty
Every girl needs some dry shampoo. I love this one because it’s fragrance free.
1.06 oz Fragrance Free Light Dry Shampoo - Batiste | Ulta Beauty
A card will be included that my daughter has made from this set!! I love that it comes with everything that my kids need to make a beautiful card. I just think it means more when it’s hand made with love and it gives the teacher a beautiful keepsake.
Happy Haven Card Making Kit - Paige Evans | Scrapbook.com
Clothes!!!
All the clothes I bought my daughter to get her through the school year. I tried to focus on versatile pieces that are high quality. I like to get mostly natural fabrics but some things like the athletic wear are synthetic. I also included shoes in t...
These basic tees from GAP are 100% cotton. Which I love. They’re so soft incredible quality. Hurry up and grab them because at the time I’m making this they’re 50% off we have each color. Great basics for school. I love to layer them with a long slee...
Baby & Toddler Oversized T-Shirt | Gap
Another beautiful 100% cotton pick from GAP! I love the little details like the bow and scalloped trim. Again this is a beautiful piece. Soft incredible quality. Also on sale at the time I’m making this. Can’t beat it.
Baby & Toddler Pointelle T-Shirt | Gap
GAP really is where it’s at for cotton pieces for your kids. Such a sweet top comes in so many cute colors and patterns. We have this top in 3 colors. Just goes so well with different outfits. Another great staple piece. It’s on sale too.
Baby & Toddler Pointelle T-Shirt | Gap
This set from Nordstrom is so precious with the little ballerinas. It’s soft and comfy. Almost 100% cotton with a little elastic in the waist band. My little girl loves this outfit.
NEXT Ballerina Appliqué T-Shirt & Floral Shorts Set - Nordstrom
We live in the south so I love this piece for transition into fall when it’s not too cold not too hot! It’s 100% cotton a little price but incredible quality. Holds up very well in the wash.
Lila and Hayes Rorie Girls' Short Set | Nordstrom
Natural fibers again. This is the cutest little cardigan. The quality is great. I sized up so my daughter can wear it longer. It goes with so many different outfits. I love pairing it with a white top and jeans.
Girl Double Breasted Bow Tie Neckline Scallop Edge Cardigan
Not 100% natural fibers but I love that it is oeko-Tex approved. I love that’s it a set and comes with a light jacket. Sets are so easy because you don’t even have to think about styling. My little girl loves pink.
Toddler Girl 3-Piece Floral Long-Sleeve Layering Set - Pink/Red | Carter's
These leggings from carters are 93% cotton and an amazing price. I got these in a few colors to go with outfits. They’re great quality and so durable.
Toddler Girl Cotton Stretch Leggings - Black | Carter's
I love this little skort. Great quality great price too. It’s perfect for activity days at school. She will definitely be wearing it to water day and field day. Grabbed this in two colors.
Active Skort - RuffleButts
These shorts come in the cutest prints! They’re so fun. Super comfy and perfect for the unpredictable temperatures. Paired with a short sleeve top and a crew neck so that it can be transitional is great.
Active Butterfly Shorts
These little ruffle butt jeans were too cute to pass up. They will go with so many outfits. Great quality and they’re on sale!
Heart Applique Crop Flare Jeans
Even though she won’t be able to wear these for a few months I like to go ahead and get them because by the time cold weather comes they’ll be sold out!!! I love these with the cuff and of course they go with many outfits. Plus they keep her feet war...
Toddlers' Classic Ultra Stretch Cuff
Splurged on these Hokas will definitely be spraying these with scotch guard! Tennis shoes are so important and what she will wear most days to school. I want her feet to have proper support. Even in less supportive shoes she wears insoles.
HOKA Kids' Preschool Clifton 10 Shoes
These are the insoles my daughter wears in all of her shoes. We have two pair just in case! We love them and your feet are your foundation so it’s important to make sure they’re supported.
Cosmic Comfort - Low Arch Support
I like to have two pairs of tennis shoes for each child. These are so cute my daughter loves the color. Great quality and very supportive. Functional but cute.
Girls' Toddler New Balance 9060 Casual Shoes
This is my daughters light coat for the school year. She has not seen this one yet but I know she will love it. It is so girly and timeless with the bow details.
Julie Anne Jacket - Buckhead Blue
Cozy very warm jacket for very cold days. I love a classic puffer. I also love the length for extra warmth. The neutral color will match her clothes.
Buy Mink Waterproof Padded Coat (3-16yrs) from Next USA
The brown floral pattern is so pretty I got this one for picture day! It comes in other colors. Fits true to size. My daughter loves it. Pairing it with cowgirl boots.
Mulberry Mischief Shimmer Dress
Cutest little cowgirl boots. Decent price range for real suede. I love the muted pink color. Perfect for her little dresses.
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Shyanne Girls' Sweetheart Western Boots - Round Toe
Cozy sweatshirt set from Abercrombie. Love the baby blue color. Everybody needs a set like this. It’s so soft.
baby & toddler toddler essential icon crew sweatshirt set | baby & toddler | Abercrombie.com
Another must have basic. I love having a pair of sweatshorts so of course my girls need some too! These are so so soft of course and she loves wearing them.
baby & toddler toddler essential fleece icon shorts | baby & toddler | Abercrombie.com
The buttery yellow and the milky pink are so pretty. Amazing quality. So soft. Perfect for layering when the weather is unpredictable.
baby & toddler toddler essential icon crew sweatshirt set | baby & toddler | Abercrombie.com