kerri

It is that time of year for Aussie families when we need to start preparing for the back to school season. Remember to get out the school uniforms, check that they still fit. Kids have an amazing way of doing a growth spurt during the summer holidays.

Shoes, many of the stores have specials going so maybe pair up with a pal and go school shoe shopping. Often it is buy one pair get the second one at half price.

Lunch boxes, go environmental and get a lunch box that has compartments that helps you avoid plastic wrap.

Any hints from parents about back to school preparation is always welcome to be posted.

ohmygodimamum

I saw some new compartment lunch boxes on sale for $5 at coles, it also has removable little tubs with lids that fit into it.

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chelle3

I got the boys to go through various cookbooks (the never ending collection we all seem to gather and never use) and mark what they would like for lunches. Then those ideas that could be made ahead and frozen, we did, having a cooking day they loved.

The bonus is in the mornings they are able to make their own lunch, by selecting a lunch and recess idea from the freezer, which will have thawed by lunch, and makes the morning rush that bit easier. they eat their lunch because they get what they want, and I don't have to sort through food bits they have mangled trying to hide the fact they haven't eaten a thing.