It’s that time of year again. Back to School. As schools go back in session, you will inevitably find a whole litany of things you need to get for your kids. Clothes, school supplies, maybe some toys, the list seems endless. This year we have a round-up of some intriguing items that run the gamut of back to school.
Growing children
Inevitably, your kids will need new shoes, sometimes once a year, sometimes more. This year try a pair of Stonz Cruisers. These lightweight, breathable shoes are great for kids that are active and tend to have sweaty stinky feet. Not that I know of any children that have sweaty stinky feet. Breathable mesh shoes are great for little ones. The stretchable material ensures a great fit for your kids that will last.
Heading off to preschool.
Kids heading to school for the first time? Kids need a schoolbag, the Packie Toddler Backpack from Urban Infant. With an outer shell that easily wipes clean and a range of colorful patterns, your kids will love putting all their imaginative finds in here to bring home to show you. Get them the matching lunch bag while you are at it
Fill that backpack
While they are heading back to school, they are probably going to need some stuff to go in those backpacks. How about some Smencils or Smens? No, I didn’t misspell those, Smencils and Smens are scented pencils and pens. Your kids will love writing or drawing with these fun scented pens and pencils.
A special stuffy
Along with the Smencils and Smens, check out Warm Pals. These fluffy cuddly stuffies can be warmed up in the microwave to add some extra warmth for your little one. There are multiple animals like the unicorn and dinosaur that your kids are sure to love.
Get some knowledge in that head
No backpack is complete without that giver of knowledge: books. Britannica has been educating kids for years and the Britannica First Big Book of Why will continue that tradition in a fun way. The Zoom Dinosaur Adventure from What on Earth Books will teach them all about every kid’s favorite subject: dinosaurs.
Finally, home from school
When they get home and it’s time to drink a glass of wine and wind down (For you, not them. That would be bad parenting). Give them some fun and engaging crafts. Sidewalk chalk is always a great option.
If it’s the wrong weather for outside play, the World of Eric Carle’s Creativity for Kids series of crafts has some fun activities to keep your kids engaged until it’s 5pm and time for bed (That’s called GOOD parenting). The sock puppets, suncatchers and sensory bin are favorites of my children.
Bedtime
Once it is bedtime, your kids can curl up with their Warm Pal as they go to sleep on their smillow scented pillow.
Need more ideas? Check out our Back to School Gift Guide
Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. Products were received in exchange for this review, but all opinions are our own.
Brand/Product: Creativity for Kids The Very Hungry Caterpillar Sensory Bin – World of Eric Carle
MSRP: $22.99
Link: https://amzn.to/3Z4oLAd
Description:
Immerse yourself in sensory, tactile, and FUN play with The Very Hungry Caterpillar sensory toys for toddlers 3-4+. Filled with 2.5 lbs of sensory sand, a Hungry Caterpillar Toy, foam accessories, shovel, sand stamp, colorful clings, and more! This self-contained sensory bin brings Eric Carle’s story to life through hands-on play
Brand/Product: Creativity for Kids The Very Hungry Caterpillar: Sticker Suncatcher Kit – DIY Window Stickers – World of Eric Carle
MSRP: $14.99
Link: https://amzn.to/3X3ncQp
Description:
WINDOW STICKERS FOR TODDLERS: Decorate 7 sun catchers to look like your favorite scenes from “The Very Hungry Caterpillar”! Use colorful translucent stickers and window clings to transform your windows into a page from the classic World of Eric Carle book
CREATIVE TODDLER GIFTS: Give the gift of creativity! Just add imagination for an easy and fun toddler craft. This complete craft comes with 7 suncatcher designs based on The Very Hungry Caterpillar book, 7 suction cups, 12 sheets of translucent stickers, 3 sheets of window stickers, and puffy stickers
ARTS AND CRAFTS FOR KIDS AGES 3-5: Create The Very Hungry Caterpillar inspired toddler art by layering window stickers onto the themed suncatchers. Once completed, show off your window art creations in a sunny window! Create a playscape and engage with the story with colorful window clings. Recommended for ages 3+
TODDLER ART: No glue, no mess! The Creativity for Kids Sticker Suncatcher Kit is great for travel and quiet-time, independent play. This simple, classic craft allows your child to practice fine motor skills along with color and shape recognition, while fostering the love of creativity
ERIC CARLE TOYS: The Wonderful World of Eric Carle nurtures a child’s love of literature and learning. The Creativity for Kids Sticker Suncatchers kit for kids allows the timeless story to come to life in a colorful and creative craft kit designed to inspire very hungry young minds
Brand/Product: Creativity for Kids The Very Hungry Caterpillar Story Puppets: Sock Puppet Kit – World of Eric Carle
MSRP: $19.99
Link: https://amzn.to/4e3iPfi
Description:
HAND PUPPETS FOR KIDS: Just add imagination to transform 2 fuzzy socks into your very own The Very Hungry Caterpillar inspired hand puppets! Let the story telling begin and put on a puppet show with your personalized sock puppets and 10 finger puppets
TODDLER CRAFTS: Encourage toddlers to tell their own version of The Hungry Caterpillar book with DIY sock puppets! Build kindergarten readiness with a toddler craft that encourages imagination, builds fine motor skills, fosters language development and teaches colors and shapes
SOCK PUPPET KIT: Give the gift of creativity! This complete toddler arts and crafts kit comes with everything you need to create your own caterpillar and butterfly puppets from The Very Hungry Caterpillar! Includes 2 fuzzy socks, 10 finger puppets and self-adhesive felt shapes
PRESCHOOL TOYS: This no glue, no mess toddler craft makes creative play easy and fun! Use peel and stick felt shapes to decorate and transform socks into personalized, adorable Hungry Caterpillar Toys. “Feed” the Very Hungry Caterpillar sock puppets using the 10 foam finger puppets included
HUNGRY CATERPILLAR TOY: The World of Eric Carle nurtures a child’s love of literature and learning. The Creativity for Kids Story Puppets toddler craft allows the Hungry Caterpillar book to come to life in a fun and creative craft kit designed to inspire hungry young minds
Brand/Product: The Highlights Big Book of Activities for Little Kids – Highlights
MSRP: $19.99
Link: https://amzn.to/4dTFEBY
Description:
Explore over 200 activities in the Highlights Big Book of Activities for Little Kids, designed by early childhood experts to entertain children using everyday household items, ensuring memorable experiences while banishing boredom.
Brand/Product: Find the Kind – Highlights
MSRP: $17.99
Link: https://amzn.to/4g8P2mY
Description:
Packed with hilarious details, larger-than-life characters, and endless amounts of kindness, this zany story reimagines classic search-and-find books with a whole new world of fun.
Brand/Product: Zoom Rainforest Adventure – What on Earth Books!
MSRP: $14.99
Link: https://amzn.to/3AWvoKM
Description:
Join Lin on a trek into the Amazon rainforest. Die cut pages and one surprise pop-up make every page an interactive experience as you discover mischievous monkeys, slithery snakes, smiling sloths, hovering hummingbirds and delightful dolphins in one of the most exciting places on Earth.
Brand/Product: Zoom Dinosaur Adventure – What on Earth Books!
MSRP: $14.99
Link: https://amzn.to/3X2Mrm1
Description:
Join Jasmine and Jamie as they journey back to the time of the dinosaurs. Die cut pages and one surprise pop-up make every page an interactive experience as you encounter a long-necked Alamosaurus with a big appetite, take a trip on a flying pterosaur and come face to face with the fearsome T. Rex.
Brand/Product: What on Earth Books! Britannica’s First Big Book of Why
MSRP: $20.49
Link: https://amzn.to/4dHpHiF
Description:
Britannica’s huge, authoritative, and lavishly illustrated question and answer book will satisfy even the most curious kids, with over 100 questions verified by Britannica experts. Spanning a range of topics including animals, the body, machines, space, and more, this book provides clear and accessible explanations―and even explores some of the mysteries that experts are still trying to solve!
Brand/Product: Smillows – Scentco
MSRP: $27.99
Link: https://amzn.to/3Mro0ts
Description:
Smillows® are scented pillows. The scent is guaranteed to last for 2 years. They look great on beds and couches and they smell fantastic. 10 unique styles/scents.
Brand/Product: Aloha Unicorn Glitter Gel Smens 8-Pack – Scentco
MSRP: $9.99
Link: https://scentcoinc.com/products/aloha-unicorn-glittergel-smens-8pack
Description:
The Aloha Unicorn Glitter Gel Smens® 8 Pack includes 8 of our clickable pens that write in colorful glitter gel ink. Each Aloha Unicorn Glitter Gel Smen® emits its scent through the grip. You will receive 1 each of the 8 scents.
Brand/Product: Smencils 10-Pack – Scentco
MSRP: $15.99
Link: https://scentcoinc.com/products/smencils-10pack
Description:
The Smencils® 10-Pack includes 10 of our gourmet scented graphite pencils that are made from 100% recycled newspapers. Each Smencil® has a #2 graphite writing core and comes packaged in its own recyclable plastic freshness tube. You will receive 1 each of the 10 scents per 10-pack.
Brand/Product: Magical White Unicorn – Warm Pals
MSRP: $26.95
Link: https://amzn.to/4e3l42a
Brand/Product: Dino Dinosaur – Warm Pals
MSRP: $25.95
Link: https://amzn.to/4cOsANp
Description:
MICROWAVABLE STUFFED ANIMAL: Warm Pals are irresistibly cute heated stuffed animals for comfort. Warm them up for 60-90 seconds, providing relaxation as baby toys, infant toys, & toddler companions.
COOLABLE: Warm Pals are coolable for hot moments. Just pop our soft plush in the freezer for an instant cooling pad. The cooling effect makes these cute plushies one of the top baby must haves!
CALMING LAVENDER SCENT: Our adorable Warm Pals plushie stuffed animals provide calming French lavender scent. Relax with a gentle hug & soft snuggles.
GRAIN-FILLED WEIGHT: Warm Pals are made with our all natural grain-filled material. Designed for a hug-like feeling, the grain-filled weight feature provides comforting pressure stimulation.
SOFT & COZY COMPANION: Warm Pals are the ultimate soft stuffed animals. These plush toys are loved by babies, toddlers, & youth alike, providing a cozy & comforting presence.
Brand/Product: Yummie Daycare | Preschool Lunch Bag – Urban Infant
MSRP: $19.00
Link: https://urbaninfant.com/products/yummie-lunch-bag
Description:
Those hard tin lunch boxes that our fathers used to carry will always have a special place in our hearts. But the modern lunch bag, much like the modern dad, has come a long way! Our Yummie™ toddler lunch bag is made of a rugged material that easily wipes clean. The food-safe, insulated inner-lining includes a child’s name tag and pockets for an ice pack and utensils. But most importantly – we are the only lunch bag on the market with allergy alert cards, a seemingly-growing dilemma for children.
Brand/Product: Packie Daycare | Preschool Backpack – Packed with Personality® – Urban Infant
MSRP: $29.00
Link: https://urbaninfant.com/products/packie-backpack
Description:
A backpack doesn’t just hold your school supplies. It holds your son’s favorite rock that they’re calling their best friend Kevin or your daughter’s glam kit to make over Dad. It’s an expression of their budding little personalities. And what you may pack in the morning is not always what comes home in the afternoon! The Packie™ Toddler Backpack is Packed with Personality® and sure to be a treasured addition to their routine.
Brand/Product: Non-Toxic Chunky™ Sidewalk Chalk – Urban Infant
MSRP: $10.95
Link: https://urbaninfant.com/products/chunky-sidewalk-chalk?variant=41758662295744
Description:
With all due respect to the rough and tumble game of tag, the child with an inner creative streak prefers tagging. That is, transforming their driveways and hopscotch areas into art and fun – with chalk! Features five pieces of all-natural oversized sidewalk chalk for your budding urban artist. Trust us, the novelty of huge chalk doesn’t wear off.
Brand/Product: Cruiser-Toddler – Stonz
MSRP: $57.99
Link: https://amzn.to/4dIOK4Q
Description:
DESIGNED FOR WALKING: Let the little ones practice walking and explore their surroundings while wearing these sturdy yet comfortable girls’ shoes and boys’ sneakers. These toddler boys’ and girls’ shoes feature a thicker sole as protection in more adventurous terrains. We designed it to be flexible and bendable at ⅓ front of the foot to help with the balance and foot movement of your little kids. Walk your baby indoors or outdoors no matter the weather as they wear Cruiser Plus toddler sneakers.
FITS NARROW AND CHUNKY FEET: Consider these shoes for toddler boys and girls as the ideal playtime companion! With a wide opening and adjustable strap closure, you could complete your child’s playtime get-up in no time. Just slide these baby boys’ and baby girls’ shoes into their little feet, adjust and fasten. Let your kids spend time outside for their mental and physical development wearing Stonz Cruiser Plus shoes.
YOUR LITTLE EXPLORERS ARE SAFE: With a wide toe cap and a foot wrapping design, the Cruiser Plus keeps their little toe beans protected from bumping around as they confidently move along. These sneakers for girls and boys have anti-skid, sturdy rubber soles that help prevent slipping while running. Each shoe also features a soft cushioned heel support.
FRESH FEET ALL DAY!: The soft and breathable upper mesh and hi-poly insole keep their feet dry and breathing even after a hot day in the park. Even when you remove their socks, their feet remain fresh and clean after a day of playing. Wearing toddler boys’ or girl’s shoes, your children’s feet will be cool and relaxed even on a hot summer day at the park or playground.
QUALITY MATERIAL: These toddler shoes for walking and exploring are made with vegan materials that are safe for active toddler boys, girls, and the planet. We hope to inspire parents to raise healthy, independent, resilient, earth-protecting kids with these shoes. The Inner part is 100% Polyester; the Sole is 100% Rubber; Insole is 100% Hi-poly.
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