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Tips for the First-Timer’s First Day of School

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August 10, 2015 By Autumn Rose Reo 23 Comments

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SUPER COOL, LIGHTWEIGHT BACKPACK WILL GET KIDS EXCITED TO GO TO SCHOOL // Lassig’s Mini Quilted Backpack distributed by HABA USA

Key Features:

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SUPPORT LEARNING AT HOME WITH EDUCATIONAL GAMES // Clever Bear Learns to Count by HABA USA

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  • Learn to count with the clever bear in this 4 in 1 educational game
  • Familiarizes the children with counting from 1 to 10 and first arithmetic, with the help of the counting threader and the dice with symbols or numbers
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  • Made of sturdy cardboard and wood
  • Made in Germany
  • MSRP: $24.99

This and many, many other educational games for all ages are available at HABAusa.com

POCKET-SIZED BUDDIES FOR SMARTER TABLET TIME // DigiPuppets 

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  • Makes a great back-to-school gift for kiddos anxiously awaiting their first “wiggly” tooth.
  • Ages 4-10 years
  • MSRP: $29.95

Available at TugandtheTooth.com

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Comments

  1. Amy Desrosiers says

    August 12, 2015 at 11:35 am

    What a cute chart for my kids! They are going back soon and I think this could benefit them all.

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  2. Jeanette says

    August 12, 2015 at 12:07 pm

    Great tips! I had SUCH a hard time with the first day of school for my little one. I think I might have cried more than he did. Great tips and awesome printable!

    Reply
  3. Jennifer says

    August 12, 2015 at 1:56 pm

    These are great tips. I remember my first day of school. I was terrified!

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  4. Kathy says

    August 12, 2015 at 1:59 pm

    Great tips! I have one daughter who starts school for her first year. She’ll be a preschooler! She’s very excited about school and I’m sure she’s going to do great. My other daughter starts 1st grade and she already loves school, so I know she’ll do well.

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  5. Gentle Bim says

    August 12, 2015 at 3:25 pm

    These are great tips. You’ve got to have all your ducks in a row on any school day, but on the first day, it’s an absolute must.

    Reply
  6. Scarlet says

    August 12, 2015 at 3:50 pm

    I like the back to school schedule to help kids visual how their day will go. Lots of great suggestions.

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  7. Sunny says

    August 12, 2015 at 4:42 pm

    These are some cute back to school tips. I especially love the schedule!

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  8. Robin (Masshole Mommy) says

    August 12, 2015 at 7:33 pm

    I cried my son’s first day of kindergarten. It was so hard 🙁

    Reply
  9. Danielle says

    August 12, 2015 at 7:58 pm

    Great tips! My son will be starting preschool next year and even though it’s still a year away I’m already nervous for him and for myself. Anything to help is always appreciated.

    Reply
  10. Ashley Sears says

    August 12, 2015 at 8:20 pm

    We homeschool but we have our first day of school like other kids. However, our first day of school photos are a bit different!

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  11. Shauna says

    August 12, 2015 at 8:49 pm

    What an adorable idea. I have two going back this year and one who is starting, so this is very helpful… Thanks so much for sharing…

    Reply
  12. Aimee Smith says

    August 12, 2015 at 9:05 pm

    I love that this chart includes digital time and a picture! Great way to help kids learn!

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  13. Mistee Dawn says

    August 12, 2015 at 9:48 pm

    These are such great tips. And I think that printable schedule is such a great idea for the youngsters!

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  14. Donna says

    August 12, 2015 at 9:55 pm

    These are great tips! There is so much to remember and consider when kids start school, especially the first time.

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  15. Ann Bacciaglia says

    August 12, 2015 at 10:31 pm

    My kids are both in college now. Their first day of school seems so long ago. Having a chart like this would be a great way for kids to keep track of what to do next.

    Reply
  16. Liz Mays says

    August 12, 2015 at 11:53 pm

    These are great things to have around to kick off the semester. That schedule would keep things running smoothly.

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  17. Sabrina @ Dinner, then Dessert says

    August 13, 2015 at 12:34 am

    You really have to do everything you can to make sure your kids are prepared for school! The last thing you want is for them to fall behind because of something their parent forgot to do!

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  18. Aubrey says

    August 13, 2015 at 1:05 am

    First day of school is always fun. For both kids and parents.

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  19. Seattle Travel Blogger says

    August 13, 2015 at 1:30 am

    These are great tips. I know the first day of school can really be nerve wracking for parents and their first child.

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  20. Ourfamilyworld says

    August 13, 2015 at 4:59 am

    Keeping a routine is very important for first timers. These are great tips you’ve shared.

    Reply
  21. Mama to 5 BLessings says

    August 13, 2015 at 12:08 pm

    What a great check list. I need to print this off for my kids for those busy mornings when we have homeschool functions out of the house.

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  22. Ty @ Mama of 3 Munchkins says

    August 13, 2015 at 2:34 pm

    My oldest is in college now but the first day of school was a blast. I volunteered and that made everything so much easier for her.

    Reply
  23. Amanda says

    August 13, 2015 at 8:30 pm

    I just love these tips! I still remember the day my baby went to school and now I am waiting for babies 3 and 4 to go to school!! Crazy how fast the time goes. Love your tips.

    Reply

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