2018 Back To School Supplies Product Guide

by Katrina - The Organised Housewife

Make the journey of heading back to school fun with some of these trending back to school products from some of my favourite online sites.  From practical products such as lunch boxes and school bags, to fun educations supplies to help your child learn phonics, times tables and more.

YOU CAN VIEW ALL MY 2018 BACK TO SCHOOL TIPS & ORGANISING IDEAS HERE, WHICH WILL BE UPDATED EACH DAY WITH PRACTICAL SOLUTIONS YOU CAN IMPLEMENT IN YOUR HOME TO HELP WITH THE CHAOS OF KIDS RETURNING BACK TO SCHOOL. From clever storage solutions, delicious lunchbox recipes, to how to get to school on time without continually nagging the kids with my kid’s routine strategies.

DISCOUNTS FOR YOU!!

LITTLE BENTO WORLD – One of my favourite online stores, for lunch box supplies, Little Bento World is generously giving all The Organised Housewife Readers 15% off store wide.  Use coupon code ORGANISED at checkout, valid until 28th February 2018. CLICK HERE TO VISIT LITTLE BENTO WORLD.

LIME TREE KIDS – I visit Lime Tree Kids regularly, I’m lucky it’s here on the Gold Coast. I can spend hours in their store, there are so many goodies for the kids. They have also very kindly offered 15% off storewide, (exclusions include sale items and items advised on product pages as excluded from promotions – including Go greens). Offer can not be used in conjunction with any other promotion including FREE shipping. Use coupon code ORGHW15, valid until 31st January 2018. CLICK HERE TO VISIT LIME TREE KIDS.

I’ll be updating my guide to choosing the best lunchbox for your kids soon, you can read last years guide here.  However, in the meantime I have mentioned below which lunchboxes my kids use and the bags that best fit the lunchbox.

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COMPARTMENT/BENTO STYLE LUNCHBOXES

Bento and compartment style lunchboxes are a great way to create a waste free lunches with a variety of options in the different sections.

EASY LUNCHBOXES

These are the lunchboxes my kids use!  They come in a set of 4 with 4 different coloured lids. Very generously sized compartments, large section is big enough for a sandwich, smaller section will fit several biscuits and the smallest is great for snacks.

AVAILABLE ONLINE HERE


Yumbox Panino ReviewYUMBOX PANINO – 4 COMPARTMENTS

My kids use these on the. days they don’t feel like sandwiches. This leakproof bento lunchbox has 4 compartments, one 2 cup sandwich/salad-friendly section, two 1/2 cup servings plus a dip/treat well.

AVAILABLE ONLINE HERE


Yumbox MiniSnack are the perfect little size for morning tea, before and/or after school snacks, school, kindy, work or as I do pack healthy snacks for homeYUMBOX MINISNACK

I use these to make my kids before or after school snacks. This leakproof pre-portioned container is a great container for morning tea or after school snacks. Read my full review here.

AVAILABLE ONLINE HERE


go-green-lunch-box-2GO GREEN LUNCHBOX SET

Each Go Green Lunch Box set comes with an insulated fabric carrier, a generously sized five-compartment food container, and a drink bottle that will hold your child’s favourite drink.

Also available in Pink and Medium.

AVAILABLE ONLINE HERE


FUEL – BENTO LUNCH BOX

The Fuel Bento Lunch Box is great for children and adults. The box has two removable inner containers that can be used separately. One is plain and the other divided into 3 different compartments, with different sizes. This will allow you to pack a diverse lunch, and the flavors won’t mix. You can pack it for yourself or for your children and pack a school lunch, a work lunch.

AVAILABLE ONLINE HERE


Shikiri Bento Lunch BoxShikiri Bento Lunchbox

The Shikiri Bento Lunch Box has an easy and simple concept to offer, and that is: compartments. It’s convenient and versatile, so easy to fill up for school lunches.

AVAILABLE ONLINE HERE


Bentogo Kids Lunch Box

Bentgo Kids is an innovative bento-style lunch box designed exclusively for active kids on the go. BPA , Vinyl , Lead and PVC free and a fantastic way to encourage your children to eat an assortment of food at lunch time.  Perfect for kindy or school.

AVAILABLE ONLINE HERE


Planetbox

Segmented lunchbox so you can pack a waste free lunch on the go. Best for portion control and healthy meals.

AVAILABLE ONLINE HERE

 

 


YUMBOX ORIGINAL – 6 COMPARTMENTS

Get ready to revolutionise lunch! Yumbox, a leakproof bento lunch box that makes it possible for anyone to pack a nutritionally balanced meal in minutes! It’s perfect for a packed school lunch, toddler meals, snacks and small adult meals.

AVAILABLE ONLINE HERE

 


BENTO THREE & FIVE

The individually sealed compartments allow you to pack a sandwich or wrap next to wet foods such as yoghurt, dips or fruit without the risk of spoiling.

Various colours and styles available, in 3 or 5 compartments.

AVAILABLE ONLINE HERE


LUNCHBOX PLANNER

Planning food for lunch boxes is essential. Kids need to have a healthy nutritious lunch. Using this planner will ensure we have those types of food in the fridge and pantry.  At the beginning of each week, plan what food you need to add to your grocery list to fill their lunch boxes for the week. Instant download from my shop.

AVAILABLE ONLINE HERE


Lunchbox Solutions Recipe Book

This gorgeous all-colour kids cookbook by Collette of Cut out the Crap will make packing lunchboxes fun and healthy for busy mums. Lunchbox Solutions has 30 recipes that are quick and easy to prepare, freezer friendly and loved by children of all ages!

AVAILABLE ONLINE HERE

 


LUNCHBOX BAGS

All the lunch bags shown below are insulated and come in various designs and colours.

INSULATED LUNCH BAG

These are the lunch bags my girls use! Great size, big enough to fit 2 easylunchboxes.  Not bulky, so if you only have a few items in it, it won’t take up too much room in school bags.

Also fits tupperware sandwich keeper lunchboxes.

AVAILABLE ONLINE HERE


INSULATED LUNCH BAG – APP

My kids use these lunchbags with their yumbox panino lunch boxes.  The perfect solution, featuring the patented icy cold freezable cooling panel, that keeps your contents cooler for longer – up to eight hours!

Made of a water-resistant easy clean double-coated linen exterior, store your favourite food, drinks and healthy snacks whilst on the go.

AVAILABLE ONLINE HERE


INSULATED LUNCH BAG – BOBBLEART RANGE

High quality, easy to clean and fits easily into children’s or toddler’s backpacks. Made of PVC to protect its contents from the wear-and-tear of daily use. lunch bag is fully insulated to keep food cool.

AVAILABLE ONLINE HERE


FRIDGE TO GO

These slim line designed lunch boxes for kids and adults, may look sleek and small but they are far from that! Perfect for your little one returning to school, or even for yourself to pack healthy lunches for going out and about. With 8 hours of portable coolness it is the perfect lunchbox for children and grown ups,  for everyday use.

AVAILABLE ONLINE HERE


PENNY SCANLAN – LUNCH BAGS

With a BPA-free, 100% cotton canvas outer that has a scratch resistant coating and a thermal lined inside, this is one lunch box that’s roomy enough for a healthy lunch and fun and easy to carry as well.

AVAILABLE ONLINE HERE


LUNCHBOX CONTAINERS

These are great for extra snacks that don’t fit into the kids lunchbox, or to pack for morning and after school snacks.

FREEZABLE LUNCH BOX RANGE

This is the perfect range for Crunch & Sip (fruit time) at school! The great “technology” behind this lunchbox life saver in warm weather is the gel ice pack built right into the top lid of this container.

AVAILABLE ONLINE HERE

 


Apple and Dip on the Go Set

Slice up some delicious apples and add your favorite dip for a healthy snack on-the-go.  There are a variety of options you could have such as  apples & yogurt, apples & nutella, apples & peanut butter or apples & caramel.

AVAILABLE ONLINE HERE


Large Insulated Thermos

These fantastically crafted Insulated Food Jar range are great for school lunches – soup, noodles, leftover dinner, stirfries, pasta salad, green salad, rice salads, desserts.

AVAILABLE ONLINE HERE


Cute Insulated Food Jars

The insulated food jar featuring the lovable Zoo characters will be perfect for keeping lunch nice and fresh for hours.

AVAILABLE ONLINE HERE


DRINK BOTTLES

To help your little one stay hydrated throughout the day. 

Personalised Drink Bottle Holders

Personalised drink bottle holders will ensure your child’s standard sized water bottle remains cold for as long as possible. Keeping them hydrated will be a cinch with these colourful lunchtime accessories.

AVAILABLE ONLINE HERE


CamelBak Drink Bottle

The CamelBak Eddy drink bottles for kids are reusable water bottles with a straw, a no-spill system and are made of stain-resistant and taste-resistant BPA-Free Eastman Tritan™ Copolyester.

AVAILABLE ONLINE HERE

 


LUNCHBOX ACCESSORIES & HELPERS

To help make the boring school lunches that little bit more exciting.  Along with the necessities of labels, utensils etc.

crustless-sandwich-for-toddlerPOCKET SANDWICH CUTTER

The Pocket Sandwich Cutter range is a two-part sandwich maker/cutter. Fill with Tuna Mayo, Coronation Chicken, Baked Beans (drain juice), Egg Mayo etc as the sandwich is “sealed” you will have no leakage.Choose from four different designs

AVAILABLE ONLINE HERE


EASY SUSHI MAKER

Create sushi like a pro – even if you have never made it before! Impress your family with beautifully rolled sushi for lunch, dinner and parties! Perfect addition to the lunchbox!

AVAILABLE ONLINE HERE


Back to school time is a balancing act with a house full of kids and having to organise school supplies, lunchboxes, uniforms, paperwork, work, household duties, the list can go on.... it's exhausting just thinking about it! If you're feeling overwhelmed I'm here to help you get prepared, sharing my Back to school tips for busy mums, to help you have everything organised for the first day of School.AVERY SELF LAMINATING LABELS

These labels come in a variety of sizes,styles and colours.  They are waterproof, dishwasher and microwave safe. Read my full review here. 

AVAILABLE ONLINE HERE


Panda Rice MoldPanda Rice Mold with Nori Cutter

Make the most cutest Panda Rice balls with your very own Panda face Nori Cutter. Perfect alternative to sandwiches to pop into the lunchbox!

AVAILABLE ONLINE HERE


Triple Sandwich Cutter and Stamp Set

Set of 3 sandwich cutter and stamps. Cut out the sandwich/cookie dough then stamp on the face of a bunny, bear or frog. Simply adorable!

AVAILABLE ONLINE HERE


Square Sandwich Cutter and Stamp Set

The Square Sandwich and Cookie Cutter allows you to not only cut a sandwich into 4 separate sections and remove the crust with ease it and stamp 4 cute animal faces onto each sandwich quarter

AVAILABLE ONLINE HERE


Wrap Bands Set – Silicone

These multi-purpose Silicone Wrap Bands are perfect for keeping yummy wraps held together or for holding bundles of carrots sticks and other yummy snacks together in the lunchbox.

You can use them to keep a lunchbox tightly closed while it’s in the lunch bag, so all the food gets intact to lunch time. The Silicone Wrap Bands are absolutely adorable!

AVAILABLE ONLINE HERE


Reusable Food Pouch

Reusable food pouches that are built tough and on trend, something to suit all ages making food fun for everyone!

AVAILABLE ONLINE HERE


Bamboo Utensil

Is a  compact reusable bamboo duo (one side is a fork and one side is a spoon) is more functional than a traditional spork because the fork has full-size tongs. Perfect for your lunch bag, picnics and travel. The utensil is lightweight, durable and hand-finished with a food-safe oil.

AVAILABLE ONLINE HERE


Cute Cutlery

Bright and cheery colours make this range of baby cutlery smartly stylish yet cute.

AVAILABLE ONLINE HERE


Rainbow Forks

My kids use these forks in their lunchboxes. These are a great size, 15cm long and perfect for eating fruits and salads. Spoons are also available. 

AVAILABLE ONLINE HERE


Stainless steel vegetable cutters

Create some great vegetable salads with these Stainless Steel Vegetable Cutters. Just like those in a Japanese restaurant.

AVAILABLE ONLINE HERE


Fruit Food Picks – Forks

The fun Fruit Food Picks / Forks will bring your bento lunch box to life!

AVAILABLE ONLINE HERE

 


SCHOOL BAGS

Designed for children to withstand the constraints of the school day.

Back Packs

Cute, colourful and a complete delight for both mums and kids, our range of children’s school bags will make preschool, kindy, daycare and “big” school so much fun!

Lots of designs to choose from.

AVAILABLE ONLINE HERE


Personalised Backpacks

Add your child’s name for easy identification. Lots of designs to choose from.

AVAILABLE ONLINE HERE


Library/Swimming Bags

Library or swimming bags from Penny Scallan make carrying books and swim gear easy and stylish!! This lovely cotton canvas drawstring bag, many designs available.

AVAILABLE ONLINE HERE


EDUCATIONAL PRODUCTS

A great variety of learning resources and educational toys for kids of all ages. Have fun while your child develops their motor and social skills while learning at the same time.

 

123 FLASHCARDS

A set of 30 cute and colourful flashcards perfect for helping children learn basic number skills.

Includes number cards 0-20, 30,40,50,100 and mathematical symbol cards as well as suggestions for how to use the cards.

AVAILABLE ONLINE HERE


TIME FLIP CHART

Learning Can Be Fun-Time Flip Chart is a fun, freestanding flip chart, ideal for teaching how to tell the time.

Easy to store flat and pop up when needed, the Time Flip Chart has moveable colour coded hands on the clock face, including matching digital and analogue times.

AVAILABLE ONLINE HERE


EASYREAD WATCH

Help your child master telling-the-time using the EasyRead Watch. With a large, clear, detailed dial, colour coded numbers and using the unique EasyRead 3-Step Teaching System, it makes it easier to learn minutes, quarters, half, o’clock, past and to – as simple as 1-2-3!

AVAILABLE ONLINE HERE


ROUTINE CHART

I have been using these since my kids started kindy.   If you find your constantly repeating yourself asking or yelling to the kids if they are dressed for school, have they brushed their teeth? Eliminate the nagging these charts which lists the expectations of the kids each morning.  Available in a range of different colours and options for morning, afternoon, evening and personalised.

AVAILABLE ONLINE IN MY SHOP HERE


EQUATE TELLO GAME

A super mathematical-play puzzle game that makes learning fun!

The objective of the game is to group tree fruit pins, dots, and number cards by the same value. Includes 5 game boards, 20 number and pie chart cards, 55 chips in 5 colours and 55 tree “fruit” pins in 5 colours, 135 pieces in total. Designed to enhance visual perception, symbol formation and number comprehension skills.

AVAILABLE ONLINE HERE


PHONICS FLIPPERS

The 3 visually engaging phonics flippers will help children with letter recognition, blends, digraphs and more. By sounding out words, then finding correct letters to complete the sound and match to the corresponding picture card, children will develop basic reading and spelling skills.

AVAILABLE ONLINE HERE


Colour and Shape Clock

Put the fun into learning with the classic educational toy designed to help children learn time skills and  to distinguish and sort shapes, colours and numbers through play. The portable clock has an easy to identify large minute hand, and a smaller hour hand, also with removable solid number and shape blocks to match the positions on the clock face.

AVAILABLE ONLINE HERE


magnetic-times-tables-age-6-9-main-2974-2974Magnetic Times Tables Age 6-9

Learning for your child will be made more fun with this interactive magnetic times tables set.

AVAILABLE ONLINE HERE


STORAGE AND DESKS

To help you create organised and tidy spaces in your home.

Craft Turntable

Kids love craft but they don’t always keep their stationary and craft tools tidy! Here is the solution! Store crayons, pencils, textas, and so much more!

AVAILABLE ONLINE HERE


3 drawer unit

This Three Drawer Unit is a practical and stylish set of drawers for any bathroom, bedroom or living room.

AVAILABLE ONLINE HERE


MORE ITEMS YOU MAKE LIKE

 

THE ORGANISED HOUSEWIFE 2018 CALENDAR

My 2017 Calendar is the perfect way to stay organised, inspired and motivated. This calendar is inspiring and vibrant, because being organised shouldn’t be boring! Filled with bright and colourful designs to inspire and motivate you. I want you to look at the calendar and feel encouraged to achieve new things! Each month has a unique feel and features fun and quirky graphics.

AVAILABLE ONLINE HERE


ESSENTIAL OILS

The Introduction Kit is a perfect kit if you’re new to essential oils, it includes 3 of doTERRA’s popular essential oils, Lavender, Peppermint and Lemon. Lavendar in particular is great for children feeling anxious about school it will give a calming and relaxing effect and promotes restful night’s sleep.

AVAILABLE FROM MY SHOP HERE


Kindy Sheet Sets

Absolutely gorgeous to look at, this Floor Mat sheet set is styled especially for preschool, kindy, daycare and child care cots, mattresses and floor mats.

AVAILABLE ONLINE HERE

 

 


 

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