Cool For Back To School

A kid will tell you there is little that is actually cool about heading back to school. Back To School, if you take away the whole educational aspect, is little else than an excuse to overindulge in office supplies and purchase an entirely new wardrobe. Unfortunately this splendid time of year is geared towards children, who could care less about a new pack of erasers and a still-too-big winter coat. It is the faithful parents who are investing in fresh packs of tube socks and crayons, lunch boxes and pairs of corduroys. Go on, get one more pair, you never know. We’ve rounded up a few cool finds will certainly please list-wielding parents, but also pique the interest of the kids counting down to the end of summer. Here are some pretty cool finds for another action-packed school year.

Kirtsy This | Posted: 23 Aug, 2011 by Rene

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Back To School Lunch Notes

Calm the first day jitters with an encouraging note tucked into your kiddo’s lunch box.

$10 at Pottery Barn Kids | Buy

Kirtsy This | Posted 30 Aug, 2011 by Rene
Periodic Table Of Elements

A periodic table might be a bit advanced, even for your budding chemist, but this canvas wall hanging will add old-school scientific flair to a playroom and encourage your kids to think big.

$119 at Land of Nod | Buy

Kirtsy This | Posted 30 Aug, 2011 by Rene
Spotty Suede Plimsolls

Spot her running across the playground in these standout sneakers from Boden. Cute brown polka dots will make her stand out, and these sturdy soles will keep her playing all afternoon.

$60 at Boden | Buy

Kirtsy This | Posted 29 Aug, 2011 by Rene
Pencil Case

Never get caught unprepared for a standardized test: Keep your pencils in check in their very own case.

$10 at Wildkin | Buy

Kirtsy This | Posted 29 Aug, 2011 by Rene
Goodbyn Lunch Kit

Skip the plastic bags and juice boxes and pack lunch in a sturdy BPA-free plastic lunch tote. The Goodbyn’s compartments keep foods separate and fresh and comes with a reusable water bottle and sheets of stickers for customizing.

$26 at Goodbyn | Buy

Kirtsy This | Posted 29 Aug, 2011 by Rene
Quilted Puffer Vest

Let him play outside just a little bit longer this fall- this insulated puffer vest will keep him toasty warm until you call him in for dinner.

$21 at Gymboree | Buy

(On sale)

Kirtsy This | Posted 24 Aug, 2011 by Rene
Recycled Paper Pencils

There’s nothing like a fresh pack of pencils just waiting to get writing. Go green and stock up on Moxie Pear’s eco-friendly pencils made of recycled paper.

$4 at Moxie Pear | Buy

(Set of 3)

Kirtsy This | Posted 24 Aug, 2011 by Rene
Sparkle Junior Backpack

Start the school year off with a bang- and a lot of sparkle. Durable to withstand the wear and tear of all the books and homework, and shiny enough to make your little student happy, this sequined backpack is a double-pleaser. Everyone gets an A+!

$24 at Gap | Buy

Kirtsy This | Posted 23 Aug, 2011 by Rene
Typewriter Long Sleeved T

Once upon a time there was this heavy metal contraption with lots of keys… School your kids on the granddaddy of the touch-screen in a playful, long-sleeved typewriter shirt in a perfect back-to-school shade of green.

$24 at Wren Willow | Buy

Kirtsy This | Posted 23 Aug, 2011 by Rene
Nubuck Saddle Shoes

He’s going to want to make a good impression on the first day of school.

$22 at Janie and Jack | Buy

Kirtsy This | Posted 19 Aug, 2011 by Rene

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