Apparently I have been living under a rock lately as it took running into active school zones this morning to remind me that the kids in the hood are headed back to school... poor dears! This, of course, triggered my nostalgia and the positive memories of heading back to school. What I remember the most clearly is the excitement of getting to buy new stuff because what I used the year before was so... last year! After a quick regression to my younger years, I went on a search for stuff that I would have fun taking back to school.
The key element of any school kid's gear is the backpack. It holds all of their books and supplies while also making a key statement about their personality and style. Dare to arrive with a pack decorated in an unpopular icon and you may find yourself checking out the inside of your locker at least a few times during the school year. The key, of course, is to have the same thing everyone else has, but still a little unique. How does one meet this challenge? Perhaps these suggestions can help...
There is, of course, an overwhelming selection of backpacks on the market for your little one. My tastes tend to stray from the mainstream which landed me at these adorable options. The graphics are colorful and stylish, but still playful enough to appeal to children. A wide selection of animals and characters ensures you can find just the right fit for your little peep to take to school.
As kids get older, the selection of cute characters for such important gear diminishes leaving your shopping options limited. Unless they are satisifed with the average black backpack that overpopulates most schools, you may struggle to find an acceptable option. Try these! A selection of colors and simple customization keep the overall design sleek and understated while also setting it apart from the sea of generic black packs.
Pack AccentsIf your selected backpack does not offer a clue about its owner's identity and you want to be sure to avoid mix up's at the bus stop these customized zipper pulls could be a great option. Double sided so you can add owner information along with a style statement they easily attach for added style and loss prevention.
Second only to the backpack is the lunch box. Although it must be practical enough to keep food chilled and squish free, it must also coordinate to make a statement locking in a seat at the table with the cool kids!
The photo shows the Red Scooter graphic, but several other graphic options and colors are also available to ensure that you get exactly the right lunch gear. It's the perfect blend of simple and style.
If you fear that your young one will NEED a new lunch box half way through the school year because the original selection no longer coordinates with their new style, this might be a good option to consider. A wide array of face plate options are available for selection allowing an easy and cost effective way to re-style the same lunch box to satisfy their style needs and your budget!
Whether your little one is so distracted by their thoughts that they forget which lunch box is theirs or they just like to stake claim to their property, these adorable lunch boxes offer a selection of graphics and colors along with personalization options.
Now that we have the essentials covered, let's discuss the school gear - notebooks, pencils, etc. Less necessary as a statement item it is usually acceptable to hit the general shopping stores for the mass market options. If, however, you prefer to extend the trend setting of your child's school style there are some fun options for customized gear.
Meeting the needs of the standard #2 requirements, these pencils kick style into high gear with fun graphics in place of the usual school bus yellow.
I have fond memories of the scented markers used in school... particularly the brown one that smelled of Root Beer! When I stumbled across these new pens I was immediately envious of the school kids who get to use these in class... perhaps I will have to splurge for my own set!
Way cooler than the mass produced options with favorite cartoons or tween idols, these binders offer a wide selection of starter ideas that can be customized for the supreme school gear personalization. For the super creative types, you can create your own graphics and upload them for use. In addition to binders, there are a number of items such as stickers, tee-shirts and water bottles that can also be customized for your little scholar.
Sigh... I wish that these options had been around when I was a kid!
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