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Back To School - Canadian Edition
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items It's mid-August and you're trying to soak up the last minute of sunshine at the cottage. If you're getting ready for back to school, I've compiled this list for kids (high school and under). Parents, I know this is a stressful time. Rushing to the st...
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Writing Supplies & Stationary
Lunch Kits & Accessories
Backpacks, bags and laptop sleeves
Water bottles
Weather Gear
Writing Supplies & Stationary
The kids might not be learning curvisve anymore but it doesn't mean we shouldn't encourage them to communicate - old school ways.
If you have a student you're shopping for, don't forget the notepads. I know many kids are using technology, but I'm forever encouraging mine to practice their cursive writing.
Hilroy 1-Subject Notebook - 10-1/2" x 8" - 80 Pages - Assorted Colours
These are so cute. I'll have to buy one for myself!
Hilroy Butterfly Notebook - 160 Pages - 10-1/2" x 8" - Pink
Some kiddos love the coil notebooks with tabs to help keep them organized.
Hilroy 3-Subject Notebook, Ruled, 3-Hole Punched, Assorted Colours, 10-1/2" x 8", 300 Pages
I cannot resist fun things like this! It just makes sitting in class that much more fun!
Lobster Pencil Case
These are priced well and extremely durable. I've purchased them before as gifts for nieces and nephews. They get a lot of use out of them.
Jan & Jul Pencil Case Grey Construction
How fun are these?!
OOLY Switch-eroo! Color-Changing Markers 2.0
Lunch Kits & Accessories
These lunch kits come in fun colors. I personally love the solid colors because they'll stand the test of time. I bought a grey one for my son when he was in elementary school. Even with all the washings, it held up. 5 years later!
Pop Quiz Lunch Box 5L | Herschel Supply Co.
I love the top handle cooler ideas for the bigger kids (and even adults) who have more to pack. These also work well for road trips!
Heritage Cooler Insert Insulated Cooler | Herschel Supply Co
Even as adults, I use these bento boxes to make cute lunches for myself. These are handy for kids that like to keep their food separate.
Bentgo Chill Kids Leak-Proof 4-Compartment Lunch Box
I've added this one to the list of my favorite lunch kits. Baggu really does home some of the best prints.
BAGGU Puffy Lunch Bag
I'm big on the Sistema brand. I love the quality, sizing options, and the durability!
Sistema to Go Bento Box
Yeti offers a wide range of sizes and colors for lunch kits.
Soft-Sided Portable Coolers
If you're a fan of stainless steel, these bento boxes are the way to go!
LunchBots Large Trio Stainless Steel 3 Compartment Bento Box Aqua Lid
Don't forget the ice packs!
Bentgo Buddies Reusable Ice Pack Set Dinosaur
How cute are these sandwich cutters?! I'm going to use these myself.
Melii Sandwich Cutters Cat & Unicorn
Backpacks, bags and laptop sleeves
If you have a little one who also happens to be a big Lego fanatic, well then this backpack will be a favorite. They're so brightly colored!
LEGO® Herschel Heritage™ Kids Backpack 15L | Herschel Supply Company
This will be hands down my all-time favorite bag whether you are a teen in high school, a professional, or even a seasoned traveler. I use this bag for so many different things. I purchased one during 2020 and I still have the same bag! It's gone aro...
Kaslo Backpack Tech | Herschel Supply Company
How cute is this corduroy bag?! It screams fall!
Half Pint Fx
This one is pricey and I certainly don't recommend this for younger kids. But for senior high or kids entering uni. It's just an elevated touch on the traditional backpack.
COACH® | Crosby Backpack 28
Not a backpack but a super cute tote. I can never resist an Hello Kitty print!
BAGGU X Hello Kitty And Friends Horizontal Duck Bag
I have this one in black and use it all the time. It's just a classic backpack that goes with everything!
BAGGU Large Nylon Backpack
The Baggu laptop sleeves offer some of the cutest prints. I love the Miffy one!
BAGGU Puffy 16” Recycled Laptop Sleeve
The color options of these backpacks are nice. I think this transitions well from high school to university. At this price point you're going to want to get a few years out of this bag.
Fjallraven Kanken Mini Backpack Foilage Green
Jansport has been around a long time and I've owned their backpacks in many different colors over time. They're the OG of backpacks. Simple and classic.
Jansport Superbreak Backpack Plus Lilac
Water bottles
You'll need an endless supply if you're like mine. They are forever being misplaced. Here are some colorful and durable options.
A 100% yes to Yeti. I love this one in particular for the little ones. And right now, you can customize these water bottles! If you're a parent, then you'll know how easy these get misplaced (and frankly so many look the same) so adding a permanent n...
Rambler® 532 ML Water Bottle
They offer a smaller version of the previous.
Rambler® Jr 355 ML Kids Water Bottle
This brand has always been popular in our household. I love that they're BPA free and extremely durable.
Owala FreeSip Insulated Stainless Steel Bottle
I love that this one comes with a travel sling. So cute!
Miffy Stainless Steel 16 oz Water Bottle & Travel Sling
This kit is perfect to pack lunch and water! It's priced affordably and comes in all sorts of colors!
Thermos FUNtainer Navy Bundle
Thermos makes a whole bunch of fun character in their stainless steel water bottle collection. Some of them are on sale right now!
Thermos Stainless Steel FUNtainer Water Bottle Pokemon
Weather Gear
Keeping the kiddos safe from mother nature is the name of the game.
These come in many different colors. Remember, just because the weather cools in the Fall, the UV is still high!
Kids' Hooded Ultra Lightweight Sunshirt
Gentle enough for a baby, but my older kids use this one. The sun sticks are great because of the portable factor. They tuck into their backpack and keep it with them for whenever they need it. These also travel well too.
Blue Lizard Baby Sunscreen Stick SPF50
You never know when you'll need an umbrella. If you're based in Western Canada, you'll know we had endless rain!
Peanuts Snoopy Mini Compact Umbrella