Back-to-school essentials

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Back-to-school checklist

School bags don't always last as long as you'd hoped and pencil cases can become unsightly after an uncapped marker or a leaked pen. So it's time to check through your school supplies and see if anything needs replacing before school starts again.

School bags

A school bag is probably the most important thing. But probably also the hardest to buy. You need to find the right size and one that is ergonomic for your child. And at the same time, your child has to think it's cool, pretty or cute.

Here are a few suggestions and you can find school bag deals here.

Lunch boxes

A good lunch is always a hit - and if it's wrapped in a nice lunch box, it's even better. But a plastic box isn't going to last forever with all the trips to the dishwasher. Therefore, you can safely buy one with a fun design - it will have to be changed anyway when your child grows older.

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Water bottles

It's important for your child's overall well-being that they drink enough fluids. A playful water bottle makes the task much easier.

Pencil cases

A good pencil case should have room for pencils, erasers, a ruler and maybe some crayons. And when it comes to pencil cases, your child is truly free to choose from hundreds of different options. We're sure that you'll find one with just the right motif.

See the range of popular pencil cases here.

Pencils and erasers

If the pencil case from last year is still in good condition and functional, maybe it just needs to be refilled. After all, pencils tend to disappear.

A good tip is to sharpen pencils before school starts so that your child doesn't have to deal with it on the first day.

Pens, markers and crayons

Fill the pencil case with markers, pens and crayons in a variety of colours to stimulate your child's creativity and imagination.

Book covers

Even though a lot of teaching is done online and with e-books - there are still books that need to be bound. Today, there are reusable book covers, transparent book foils and the classic paper book cover.

Choose the option that works best for you.

Gym bags

A gym bag is handy to have - for sweaty sportswear, smelly sports shoes or wet swimwear. But it's also great if you don't want your child running around with dirty gym clothes, have them put directly in their school bag or in a plastic bag.

If your child also thinks that a gym bag is smart, it's probably easier to look after and remember to take it with them.