As a mom of littles who are in preschool and elementary school, I’ve compiled a list of essentials that are practical but don’t compromise any quality!
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Little Girls’ Room recs
A+ School Product Recs
Littles Clothing Essentials
Birthday Party Planning Recs
Extra Curricular Necessities
Calming Corner
Little Girls’ Room recs
These are items I’ve used when designing my daughters’ rooms!
I love this alarm clock for my girls because it comes with a built-in nightlight. Plus, it’s small so doesn’t need much space and helps them learn to keep track of time!
Kids' Clock with Night Light Green - Pillowfort™: LED Bulb, Novelty Nightlight, Electric, Ages 8+
This lamp is one of my favorite purchases since I don’t have a fear of it breaking. The texture on the shade is really nice and with a warm LED bulb, adds the perfect amount of light to my daughter’s room.
Boho Rattan Cylinder Kids' Nightlight (Light Bulbs Not Included) - Pillowfort™: Chevron Pattern, Toddler Night Light Lamp
We love this lamp because it has the built-in nightlight on the bottom. Just switch the settings between full light or just the bottom night light portion. It’s been a life-saver! Plus, the rainbow design is cute and happy.
We use our Toniebox every night as a relaxing ritual. The girls always fall asleep so easily to these calm stories.
Tonies
My daughter loves the warm glow that this cute night light brings!
Axolotl Night Light for Kids
A step stool is essential at my house! This one is so efficient since it’s foldable.
Folding Step Stool
This cute pink rug is so versatile and brightens up the girls’ space.
Bedroom Rug
This rainbow rug is so colorful and brightens up my older kiddos room!
Rainbow Area Rug
My daughter loves books and cats, so this art piece was a no brainer!
Framed Vintage Cat Canvas Wall Art
These funky wall art pieces help my elementary schooler express herself!
Girls Room Wall Art
For my littles’ room, I love these positive affirmations!
Girls Nursery Wall Decor
This cute little poster is adorable in my littles’ room!
Wildflower Wall Art
Give me all the positive affirmations for my girls! These are in their rooms as an everyday reminder of their power!
Girl Power Wall Decor
These are the perfect size for holding a lamp and alarm clock on the top shelf and holding the kiddos favorite stuffed animals or books on the inside. Plus, they look so nice!
Rattan Bedside Kids' Table Natural - Pillowfort™
A+ School Product Recs
These items are so helpful to make school a breeze.
I love these lunchbox cooling pacs because they are slim and save space!
Cool Coolers by Fit & Fresh Slim Ice Packs
My girls love these unicorn ice packs! We use them in lunchboxes and to help with boo-boos, so I highly recommend.
Bentgo Buddies Reusable Ice Packs
This nap mat is so soft and made with high quality materials. The pillow is fluffy and the blanket is very comfortable. I have bought more than one of these!
Toddler Nap Mat
I have bought more than 3 of these backpacks. They are perfect for extracurriculars as they are waterproof and have cup holders. These are high quality bags and I have had no problems with them.
Drawstring Backpack for Girls
I love this fan because it can be charged and takes batteries. It’s versatile and the clip-on feature allows me to move it so easily!
Gazeled 5'' Clip on Fan, 360° Rot, Battery
This nap mat sheet set is perfect for naptime at school. The fabric is soft and breathable and the price is reasonable.
Nap Mat Sheet
This was such a great Amazon find. The shipping was quick and personalization is so cute. I highly recommend!
Personalized Adventure Backpack & Lunchbox
We loved this set so much, we bought 2 colors!
Personalized Adventure Backpack & Lunchbox
This glasses case is so cute and portable. Fits easily into a backpack or Fanny pack!
Kids Glasses Case
Littles Clothing Essentials
Some items that I’ve found to be great quality for the girls’ wardrobe.
We love these ankle socks because they have an ankle protecting cushion! Plus, no tears even after 6+ months of use.
Girls Socks
We love bows around here! This one is so cute with the big gems.
LUV HER Girls Big Bows - Sweet 16 Unicorn
This bow is so fun with the ice cream print!
LUV HER Girls Big Bows - Sweet 16 Ice Cream
Every little girl seems to do dance at some point, and I highly recommend these ballet shoes for quality and ease of use! No laces or straps.
Stelle Ballet Shoes for Girls
We loved this dance leotard so much that we bought it in several colors. The built in skirt with sparkles is just the perfect touch.
Arshiner Girls Ruffle Sleeve Ballet Dance Dress
We love Skechers. These shoes have lasted through a whole school year with minimal wear!
Skechers Girls S Lights: Unicorn Chaser
We are a Skechers family. These are great for practical use and comfort.
Throwing a party at home can be very easy and tasteful with these products!
These are so fun! Can be used for many themes
Rainbow Prism Heart Cupcake Rings
We loved these, bought them for two separate occasions!
Firework Cupcake Toppers
This was perfect for holding enough cupcakes for the entire party! I think it was about 48.
Large 4 Tier Cupcake Stand
I try to stay away from candy when I can, so this was a perfect way to stuff the Pinata. All the toys were a huge hit, and basically eliminated the need for goody bags!
300 PCS Party Favor for Kids
Extra Curricular Necessities
These are great for the girls’ swimming lessons. Affordable and good quality!
Swim goggles
This playset is affordable and holds up against all types of weather!
Backyard Discovery Playset
Calming Corner
Being a mom with little girls who have big emotions can be challenging. These are items I keep in their “calming corner” where they can calm down from meltdowns.
We love this couch because it folds out into a bed. The material is also super soft!
Kids Couch, 2-in-1 Soft Toddler Couch
This has been so helpful since it holds books and items - making keeping the calming corner organized so easy!
Kids Bookshelf Toy Storage Organizer
One of my recommendations for sensory toys to keep hands busy and mind’s occupied.
Sensory Fidget Toys
Another recommendation for sensory toys.
Sensory Fidget Toys
Calmee the caterpillar has helped my girls calm down from their meltdowns!
Calmee The Caterpillar Weighted Sensory Plush Toy
These have helped my daughter who always puts her finger in her mouth for comfort.