Kids Back to School 2021
Thanks to Babbleboxx for sponsoring this post
August stands for so many things in my mind: The County fair, late summer nights, days at the park, our August family vacation and long pool days! Because we start school in September here in New York, it also means preparing for back to school and getting the kiddos ready for a new year!
I’m excited to share some useful and fun items that are helping us get back into the school year routine with you today!
While we value outdoor time highly, quiet time and educational time is just as important as we head into the school year. We have been loving the Banana Panda puzzles that keep their mind ticking in a fun and educational way. The Parents Choice Silver Award Winner Suuuper Size Puzzles My Body is their absolute favorite- they love putting together this fun puzzle, and I’m a big fan of how it invites kids to discover the human body and teaches in a fun and interactive way! The Suuuper Size Puzzle Solar System puzzle is a great creative gift to give, and was an awesome challenge for my oldest son (7). This 300 piece puzzle showcased some of the most important and interesting objects and explorers of the solar system! The next puzzle we’ll be getting is the Mix and Match Trains! My 5 year old LOVES trains. Use code playandlearn for 15% off valid through September 30th here!
As we head back to school, teaching the boys about being environmentally friendly is super important! We snagged these Reusable placemats, napkins and insulated, machine washable lunch bags for kids from Funkins! Not only is the style adorable, but the size is perfect for kids and they are super roomy for my hungry little guys. The best part is they are ultra durable for wild boys like mine, machine washable and air dry so I can use them year after year! Use code BBOX2021 at checkout to receive 20% off your order at www.myfunkins.ca through September 30th! You can also check out their products here:
Now that the boys are getting older, we are always looking for great family games! Jogoball is a screen free game console that offers 15 interactive games to create unique and fun game play for the whole family. Throw it, spin it, shake it or twist it for hours of fun! Games can vary between active (endurance workouts), music, or mind (different trivia games). We love how this helps bring together the whole family and offers over 1,000 hours of content right out of the box!
Having a bilingual husband has motivated us to prioritize our boys being exposed to different languages! Both of our older boys have dabbled in Spanish lessons, and we were so excited to give my oldest son Megee to insert into the Jogoball! It’s a fun and interactive way to learn Spanish on the go-without a screen with 12 unique games that are all about teaching you Spanish. Use code BABBLE for 20% off on your purchase here!
With fall approaching, we still make it a priority to stay active. Our boys love scooters, and they were well impressed with their smarTrike scooter. Great for coordination and balance, this kids scooter gives our son a sense of independence! This scooter has a height adjustable telescopic handlebar, aluminum frame with steel brakes and a sturdy TPR rubber footboard. Keep kids active with products from Smartrike and use code PEANUTBUTTER15 to save 15% to check out their products.
To say that my boys are tough on shoes would be an understatement! Finding quality shoes that are not only durable, but ones that the boys like is a challenge. We recently tried Suprize Revel by Stride Rite which are sneakers sold exclusively at Target and I was so happy with them! These toddler shoes check all the boxes- great quality, 100% washable design, a memory foam insole for comfort, and hook and loop closure for easy on easy off. Best of all, they came with light up laces which my son was over the moon about! Check these first toddler shoes here!
I’ve been busy stocking up on back to school essentials over the last few weeks, and child-safe hand and face wipes are at the top of the list! Yipes! Hand and Face Cleaning Wipes are designed to gently and effectively remove dirt and are 94% biodegradable! I love how Yipes! Are specifically designed for kids 3 & older. Easy to open, feel good on the skin and developed with input from kids make these the perfect hand wipe for kids. Use code YakToSchool to save on your next order Here.
Are you ready for back to school? When do your kiddos go back?
Xo
Alex
Thanks to Babbleboxx for sponsoring this post! As always, all thoughts and opinions are my own.