ZIPIT Talking Monstar

We try to make school as fun as possible and one way we do that is by letting our children pick a few fun items out to make their days just a bit brighter when they are at school. The ZIPIT Products not only do that for the kids, but as adults we love them too.

Awesome colors that scream play with me, and they all have their own attitude which makes them super cute. We have several of the ZIPIT products and I just ordered a few more for my daughter for next school year.

When you see something fun like this you have to jump on it quick before they sell out and I see these going quickly. I love that they have a warranty. How many school products do that? Maybe a handful.

These talking ZIPIT pouches are neat and easy to get going by downloading the app  which you can find on their site and on the product itself. The best part is you don't have to be a kid to enjoy these. Bring a little fun back into your day by grabbing some of these.

Who couldn't smile when they open their desk and pull out a pen from one of these pouches. I don't think many could, I know I certainly can't. I go so far to make up voices and whole attitudes based on their expressions. Don't forget the monster noises we can't forget those. Keep it fun and stay young at heart as long as you can.

The Zipit Monstar pencil pouches and other products can be found here.


What ZIPIT has to say about their product.

ZIPIT Monstar is the only case/bag that comes to life with a free app that lets children:
* Record a video of their Monstar repeat anything using 3 different pitches
* Play a game with their Monstar
* Snap and save photos of their Monstar
* Share their videos and photos on social Medias directly from the app
App can be downloaded here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/zipit-monstar/id914487936?mt=8

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Dauber Dawgs Dot Activity Book

This is a great item if you already have the Dauber Dawgs dot markers or even a different set from a different brand. You get 24 different animal sheets, and they are good enough quality to be able to copy if you have a copy machine. My husband scanned these so that my girls and grand daughters can do them all over again just by printing what they would like to work on.

My daughter likes to use the dot markers first and then she likes to go back in and color the rest of the picture.

Really nice for both young and old. Yes even us parents enjoy using these. Can be used at home or school for learning or just for fun.


You can read my post about the Dauber Dawgs Dot Makers here.










Dauber Dawgs Dot Activity Book can be found on Amazon.


What Cameron Frank Products has to say about their product.

Cameron Frank Products presents 24 activity sheets straight from Dauber Dawgs Dot Activity Book ANIMAL EDITION. These sheets were made exclusively for Dauber Dawgs Dot Markers. Each coloring page includes dots for you or your child to dot with their dot markers!

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Magnetic Whiteboard Eraser Set

Finally full size erasers for both our chalkboards, and white boards. Much easier to get jobs done when your eraser is big to make the job go by more quickly. I love that these are magnetic I can just leave it towards the bottom of the board and it doesn't fall off because of it being held there from the magnetic makings of the eraser.

Great for classrooms, work, home, Sunday schools, etc. I know we will be passing a few of these on to our favorite teachers next year with some ideas we saw online. I also like that their are 4 colors so that if you need to have for different areas or different things say one for chalk and one for dry erase you are sure to be able to tell which one to use.

The Magnetic Whiteboard Eraser Set can be found on Amazon.


What ONME has to say about their product.

Set of 8 PCS ,Red、Blue、Yellow & Green Each have 2PCS.
Perfect Size - exact size of the eraser is 4.2 x 2.4 x 0.8 inches.
Strong magnets - sticks to all magnetic whiteboards, refrigerators, calendar boards, kids dry erase boards, bulletin and planning boards.
Multifunctionality - works well with all popular whiteboard brands. Clean your white boards in the office, on your desk, in the school and classroom, kitchen fridge, at home.
Best quality material - clean any large or small board easily, no need for sprays or cleaners. Eco friendly, non-toxic, no smell.
The products are designed to stimulate the mind, foster creativity and are the best available.

#Chalkboard

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Eco -Friendly colored Pencils

Recently I was able to try this set of colored pencils from ONME and the first thing that stands out is the packaging which is awesome, then the wooden sharpener, and last but not least the 48 colored pencils all with nice wooden cases.

I love the case because it keeps all of the pencils safe and sound between uses, and it look great pretty much anywhere you store it.

Great gift idea for artists, those who like to color, decorate journals, or even for children for school projects. Think stocking stuffer, gift basket filler.





This set of colored pencils can be found on Amazon.


What ONME has to say about their product.

High quality drawing pencils for writing, drawing and sketching, extra-smooth lines in rough drafts, sketches and pencil illustrations
Set of 48 assorted colours, colorful pencils great for doing home/adult coloring books.A wonderful pencil set for coloring Secret Garden, Enchanted Forest,and Lost Ocean Coloring Book.
High print effect, smooth when using them, which is a wonderful pencil set for professional Artist Sketch Illustration Cartoon Watercolor Painted, etc.
Environmental friendly material which is harmless to your health, completely safe for use by anyone, including children and pregnant women, but small parts not suitable for children under 3 years of age.
Note: Choking Hazard: Small parts, not suitable for children under 3 years of age.

#Pencils

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BEBOOKA

This is a great bookbag for both girls or boys for school, college, camp, overnights, or scouts. Lots of room and even a place for ear phones to stick out of.

This is a nice size has a  padded back and good shoulder straps. one side has a mess pocket just the right size for a water bottle.

For our girls this makes a great back up backpack when their other backpacks are being washed. This bookbag is available in black and gray.



This Bebooka bookbag can be found on Amazon in two colors.


What Bebooka has to say about their product.

The yearning for adventure is what makes the Bebooka Adventure backpack, an indispensable tool for your everyday activities as well as when traveling.

Originating from the African Forest, comes a true representative, a courageous furry figure remains incognito in its heat-absorbing cactus. With its dark beady eyes, it invites us into its little universe, and who knows, it might just emerge out of the dark during plain daylight, away from its environment if it really loves you. Our little friend is a Little Duke, an endangered specie hunted in Africa for their alleged magical features. Booka is one of the few survivors of his family. Affectionate and docile, he is always searching for new friends. To be able to venture into his world, you will need his guidance, skills, and maybe even his MAGIC! The yearning for adventure is what makes the Bebooka Adventure backpack, an indispensable tool for your everyday activities as well as your secret escapades in the forest. Overcoming temperate climates with its multi-resistant material and versatile storage, Bebooka backpacks will meet your demands for adventure if put to test. WELCOME TO THE ULTIMATE BEBOOKA EXPERIENCE, BECAUSE…

Despite everything you need to have the attitude, to BE BOOKA.
So BEBOOKA.
WHY NOT BE SAVAGE?

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Small Electric pencil sharpener

Love that this pencil sharpener is electric,but can be used either in your USB port or in a regular outlet. Now I don't have to worry about the kids taking my large pencil sharpener off of my desk, they can just grab this and do their homework, drawing, or use it to just sharpen all of their colored pencils for school.

Great for home, office, school, college, etc. Has Three setting for different pencil tip settings blunt, medium, sharp.

You can find this pencil sharpener on Amazon.


What Imikas has to say about their product.

A High Quality Electric and Battery operated pencils sharpener from ImiKas featuring three sharpness settings (blunt, medium and sharp) and a unique stainless steel helical blade to give a smooth uniform cut.

Small, lightweight and truly portable, great for the desk, classroom or trips outside.

You can find out more about Imikas on:

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#sharpenerimikas

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Be prepared

You never know when there will be an accident, or emergency, so having the right items at the right time can save a life.

Having  first aid kit handy is one way to be able to take one some of the emergencies we might come up on in our lives.

We like to have one in our vehicle, hiking packs, home, and mini kits in our backpacks and purses.

We might not be ready for anything that is thrown at us but we can be ready for some of them.

This kit has many items that will get you  through basic first aid as well as a few more serious uses for first aid. When you can make sure to sharpen up on basic first aid as well as taking a course in more advanced first aid if you are going to be having children, hiking, etc.

You can find this first aid kit on Amazon.

What Protect Life has to say about their product.

✔ LIGHTWEIGHT & EASY TO CARRY - Always available for people's need. As injuries happen whether you are at home, at workplace, travelling or camping. Protect Life First Aid Kit is specially designed so you can take it anywhere. 
✔ DURABLE & HIGH QUALITY - Comes in a durable 600D ripstop nylon bag with clear pockets for ease of identifying ! FDA Approved & produced with the highest quality standards.  
✔ COMPLETE & PRACTICAL - Over 70 Items - The Kit contains all of the basic first aid supplies that people use the most. Customers give a special value to its compact carry design and utility. It's the perfect combination of medical first aid supplies and emergency preparedness items.
✔ Whether for bumps or scrapes that occur when camping or dealing with injuries at sporting events, having a First Aid Kit is always recommended.
✔ Always prepared while you enjoy priceless time with family & friends.

#firstaidkit

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Canvas Messenger Bag

My husband is not the man purse kind of man but this messenger bag he likes and wishes he had for when he was in college to tote around all of his extra computer equipment for classes.

He likes the fabric, and all of the pockets but wishes it had more padding to be able to actually carry a laptop with security he would ove it even more.

Great pockets, leather like details, velcro and zipper closures for easy access to your gear. One large outer zipper, 2 smaller pockets under the flap. a large zippered area with 2 smaller pockets inside as well as a smaller zippered area for storage.

Great for college, school, work, or just for having what you need with you when you need it.



You can get this canvas messenger bag on Amazon.


What Skorch has to say about their product.

SKORCH Original Slim Messenger Bags and Shoulder Bags with Luxury Strap (Brown) - Ideal for Work, College, School and Commuting.

• This SKORCH Original Messenger Bag gives a surprising amount of internal space and will easily carry your laptop, tablet, folders and papers and still have room for a spare item of clothing. Measuring 16 inches wide by 12 inches tall the bag also has a depth of 4 inches at the base. Could be the ideal seasonal gift for Halloween, Thanksgiving or Christmas.
  
  The wide range of internal and external easy access pockets means that you can keep items like your phone or camera separate and still be able to reach them in a hurry.
  
  Made from high quality cotton canvas with a luxury broad strap, this bag looks good in both smart and casual environments. You can wear it as a shoulder bag or as a front, side or rear crossbody carrier and it will look good both full and empty.
  
  The outer flap can be fastened closed for extra security or left to hang over the front of the bag.

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The Fun Bag

This bag is just the right size for my 7 year old daughter to use to take her things back and forth to appointments we might have.

We usually have what is called the fun bag. This is a bag that is filled with busy item such as coloring book, coloring pencils, stickers, little games, paper, and little toys. It is taken along to keep the children occupied while we are out and about on errands.

I love that this bag can be worn on either the left of right side by just changing where the strap is snapped to.

There is a spot for a music device and headphones which is really nice so that their device is inside the bag and not out where it can be lost.



You can find this sling backpack on Amazon.


What Big Easy Brands has to say about their product.

Send your kiddo off to school with this Rugged Sling Backpack made of Durable 600D Polyester.
These Two Tone Backpacks feature a Main Zippered Compartment and an additional Inside Pocket with Velcro closure.
The Shoulder Sling is Padded and Adjustable and is made for either Right or Left Handed kids.
Dimensions of the backpack are 15"(H) x 12.5"(W) x 4"(G)
Strap Dimensions are 28.3" (L) x 2.75" (W)

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#sacko

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Wiggle Seat

I have always had very active children but my last two girls take the cake, they are everywhere all of the time, from one thing to another really never staying on one thing to long before moving onto something else. 

Lets just say keeping their attention has never been easy. They have to be interested or it is a no go. With the wiggle seat which keep the child paying attention to their balance they seem to do better at staying on task. At least that is for the things that include sitting time.

These wiggle seats are being used with both children with ADHD as well as autism and they are seeing a difference in these children in many areas. I think this is a great ite. bumps. All children are different so see which works best with your child and at what time.  I love that this comes with a pump so that you can adapt to this the child it is going to be used for. 

You can find the wiggle seat on Amazon.
Wiggle seats have become popular with teachers and parents alike for their ability to calm the hyperactive child. Many parents have found wiggle seats to be a life saver during dinner and homework time. While teachers love them for the calming effect they can have on children, many even report improved behavior for ADHD and autistic children. 

Besides the positive effects on behavior these discs have all the same benefits of sitting on a balance ball, activating the stomach muscles while sitting leading to better posture and less back strain from prolonged sitting. 

#wiggleseat

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Don't forget your lunch bag

Having a nice lunch from home is sometimes what kids need to feel a little extra loved. I know from time to time my girls like to take lunch from home, but most times they are happy with what is available at school, although from their point of view the food is getting worse so who knows in the next few years we might be sending homemade lunches more often if not everyday.

Even if your children eat lunch in school they made need a lunch bag for either a field trip, or even to carry their snack in. My 3rd graders class has two snacks a day so I want to make sure her drinks stay cool, so they are refreshing when she gets to have them.

These are simple bags available in several colors and if you have some fabric paint you can let your child decorate their very own. Instant unique lunch bag (don't forget to snap pictures).

Even though this says children's lunch bag it is roomy enough to be pulled off by an adult as well.

You can purchase the Hydracentials kids insulated lunch bag on Amazon.
Hydracentials Insulated Reusable Lunch Bag


Size: 10.5 inches x L 9.5 inches H x 5 in D
Insulated with PEVA to keep your contents hot or cold
Large size allows for a full size of lunch/ snack
Material: 420D Polyester and PEVE Insulation
An Eco Friendly Way to bring your lunch to school, work, or while you'r e on the go!

#Hydracentials

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Fun for all ages

Chalk Markers are nice to have, no more chalk dust, but they can be a bit pricey. Beary Genius says that this 10 pack is Professional Quality. Not sure what makes someone a professional chalk drawer but hey it is what it says.

All I know is that they are easy to get started just press the tip in, shake , and then push onto a piece of papers, or chalk board until you see color then you are ready to draw or write.



Fun for home, the office, or school. Think Teacher gift. Can be used on glass, chalk boards, wipe off boards and other surfaces, just test in a small area to make sure it will come off just in case. My children love to draw on their windows or the front door with these for the Holidays. Once the Holiday is over just a few swipes and they can start drawing for the next Holiday.

You can purchase Beary Genius 10 pack Chalk Markers on Amazon.

What Beary Genius has to say about their product. 

10 artist-grade premium liquid chalk markers made with the finest 6mm durable reversible tips
The unique 6mm reversible tips are a must for any serious crafter:  The round tip end creates bold strokes, and the chisel tip end generates sharp patterns and adds shapes to your art.
Illuminate your message or artwork with nontoxic, water-based, dustless, vibrant neon ink
Comes with 8 grams of vibrant neon ink per marker — twice as much as in most other chalk markers    
Can be used to create school projects, menu boards, birthday greeting cards, signs, and more

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