Back to School
It’s time for your child to head back to school. You roll your eyes, because that means coming up with a new lunch five times a week, for the rest of the school year. What’s a parent to do? Here are some ideas for creative and healthy lunchbox ideas that you can send to school with your child. Continue reading
Parents often dread the beginning of school because clothing, supplies, and fees for their children can be so expensive. However, there are ways to purchase the items your children need without going over budget. Considering how much money you stand to spend at the start of the new school year, here are five tips on saving money on school supplies.
When the school system releases the supply lists for students, you’ll want to obtain a list as quickly as possible. This will enable to you to see what is needed and make plans for purchasing those items.
Purchase During Tax-free Holiday
Many states now offer tax-free holidays right before school starts so families can purchase school supplies and save money at the same time. With taxes adding up to 10% of your back-to-school purchase cost, this could be a considerable savings when purchasing school-related items. You can check with the local board of education to find out if your state is planning a tax-free holiday. Continue reading
We all know how frantic things can get in that period before the kids go back to school. To make things a little easier for you, here’s a guide to each area of your back to school shopping list so you’ll know exactly what you need to get hold of. Continue reading
Backpacks are a necessity for today’s students to carry books and school supplies. They come in many styles and colors, but some doctors are concerned about possible health issues with them.
When you choose a backpack, teach your children the proper way to wear it. You’ll want to explain to them that wearing the backpack on one shoulder can cause curvature of the spine, shoulder pain, and cause them to lean to one side. Wearing a backpack improperly can also cause tingling in the neck, arm, and hands.
You’ll also want to recommend that your child carry only necessary items in the backpack to reduce the weight. Ask them to tell you if they begin experiencing pain, numbness, or tingling so it can be addressed as quickly as possible.
When it’s time to buy a backpack for your child you may want to consider these tips on how to choose a backpack for school: Continue reading
