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Back to School essentials

Summer can feel endless at the beginning, with long warm days and all the opportunity for sun and adventure stretching ahead of you. Then suddenly you only have a few weeks left, and it's time to start getting organised for the impending start of term!

Whether your little ones are beginning school, nursery or going into a new school year, we've put together top tips for new school starters, and some of our favourite Back to School essentials to keep them looking cool for school!

A water bottle

A water bottle is an absolute must when starting nursery or school. When choosing a water bottle, test it for leaks and that your little ones can easily use it and secure it by themselves.
 

A lunch bag

A lunch bag is a great way to carry little ones lunches in, as they're not heavy and bulky and can be easily washed and cleaned. We love this insulated  lunch bag from Nobodinoz. It's inner lining has been tested and certified to be in direct contact with food.

Sunshine insulated lunch bag

Image taken from Nobodinoz.

Pencil Case

This playful pencil case in rainbow wave design is a definite mood-booster. The compact size makes it perfect to fit in the school bag.

Image taken from Eleanor Bowmer.

Backpack 

We couldn't resist including this colourful backpack from Mini Rodini, in Lemon print. 100% organic and designed with padded straps that are adjustable with metal buckles.

Lemons Backpack

Image taken from Mini Rodini.

Don't forget your hat! Temperatures in the UK during the Autumn term can still be warm, and coupled with a high UV index this makes a Summer hat an essential. With temperature regulating materials, it should keep little ones comfortable when playing out in the sun!

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Check out our collection HERE.

TOP TIP: add a badge to your little one's coat and bag, so they can easily identify it on their peg, and it also adds a little personalisation! 

The start of school can be an exciting but also daunting time for many children (and even some adults!), and worry is something that all children deal with at one time or another. Most children, with a bit of time and patience, settle in to their new routines and thrive in their new environment.

If your little one is starting school for the first time, preparing them for what to expect can take many different forms: a great starting point can be a book for them to refer back to.

Settling in takes time, and by being there and supporting them they’ll get there eventually!

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