Baby Backpacks: Older Child
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Backpack Dilemma
Asked by D.M. from Detroit
on August 3, 2008
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Ahhhhh! The choices are endless!! What do you all feel about the backpack issue. Most kids I know get a new one every year with the current superhero of choice. Howeve...
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- When they are young K-2, I let them pick out the character backpacks. One thing is that they are sometimes smaller and they can't carry 20 pounds. The other things i...
- I am doing the same this year so don't feel bad. My son is going into 2nd grade but he had a plain backpack last year and didn't seem to mind. This year I want to get ...
- Well, none of my children's backpacks have ever made it through a school year so far (my oldest is going into 4th grade), so I say go for the spiderman. And then appar...
Need Backpack Advice
Asked by T.L. from Detroit
on September 20, 2011
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My 6 year old's backpack is ruined. We bought this backpack at a drug store. Well, it's not waterproof or good quality, obviously. Any suggestions on what backpack ...
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- We ordered one from pottery barn kids. Its awesome!
- I've been using Nike backpacks for years now...they're sturdy & hold up very well. I have them personalized at a local embroidery shop for $5 or so, & it's well worth...
- Try Walmart, Target, Dick's, KMart. We have Jansport, Land's End, Northface, most of the ones they sell for school will hold up a couple years.
Kindergarten Backpack - Crocodile Creek
Asked by S.G. from Boston
on August 12, 2010
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Has anyone used the crocodile creek backpack for their Kindergartener? If so what are the pros and cons. They seem to have only one size 11.5x14 ,was this large enough...
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- My 13 year old has had her LLBean Original Book Bag for 3+ years and it shows no wear. My 10 year old has an LLBean Critter Pack and it also looks like new (I wash th...
- Hi, I was looking at those for my Kindergarterner but they didn't seem big enough. We're going with Land's End this year. They have great sizes and even have a fe...
- I am in the LL Bean camp! I have 4 children and they have all used and still have their Backpacks. We got the smaller one for K-2 and then they wanted the deluxe after...
Good Size for a Kindergartener's Backpack?
Asked by A.D. from Denver
on June 29, 2008
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I would like to buy a new backpack for my little guy who's beginning kindergarten in the fall. What size would you recommend?
(I'm looking at Pottery Barn's backpa...
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- A., the backpack needs to be able to hold a folder easily. Take a paper type folder with you when you shop and make sure your kindergartener can get it in and out easi...
- Big enough to hold a folder, a snack, and a water bottle (assuming your school allows). With room for jackets and such that are needed in the morning but not the afte...
- I would get one at Target/Wal art and save yourself money. They end up getting dragged, dirty and all that. Make sure it is big enough for artwork, extra boots, sock...
Baby Backpack or Sling for TWO!
Asked by K.B. from Anchorage
on December 20, 2008
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Does anyone know if a "double" sling or backpack is made? My 19 week old twins have decided they want to be held all the time, which of course is impossible with one, ...
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- You might look into getting a Moby Wrap. I got one and I love it. I still carry my 15 month old in it and he weighs about 30 pounds. On their web site you can see how ...
- The maximom carrier is great .. i used it for my twins. You can use it so many different ways. I think you can button up the leg holes and use it as a sling (I never d...
- I think it's possible for you to wear two slings at the same time, if not for too long, your back will be angry! I would take the girls to a place that lets you try on...
Backpack Child Carriers
Asked by A.B. from Boise
on March 28, 2008
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I'm researching backpack child carriers and wondered what brand everyone out there likes the best. I need one that is sturdy enough to carry a child weighing 25 to 40 ...
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- I have a Sherpani. It is awesome. We went backpacking in Alaska, 8 miles one way, and this backpack was worth every penny. I purchased the backpack at an REI store.
- I had one, I think it was made by Snugli, and it fit me quite comfortably. It help a child up to 40 lbs and was smaller than some of the other ones I looked at. It was...
- My favorite is the Kelty backpack! It is not one of the fancy models that they have that are bulky(you know the ones that you can buy with the canopy, diaper bag atta...
What Size Backpack for Kindergarten?
Asked by T.M. from New York
on August 13, 2009
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Hello everyone. I was just wondering if any of you have any suggestions on what size backpack to buy for Kindergarten? I see all different sizes at the stores. The ...
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- I am a kindergarten teacher & always recommend a full-size backpack for the children. Not only do they have to fit a folder in there, but they also frequently bring h...
- Land's End is currently having a backpack sale, and on their website they narrow the choices by "big kid" 8-20yo, "little kid" 4-7 yo, and toddler 2t-4t. Then if you ...
- www.kidztravelzone.com makes the BEST backpacks. You order the color, the design for the embroidery and then they embroider a design of your choosing and your child's...
What Chores Do You Expect from Your 10 Year Old and What Discipline Do You Use
Asked by G.G. from San Antonio
on May 14, 2008
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My 10 year old daughter is uncooperative when asked to assist around the house. There is a power struggle and attitude when asked to perform even simple tasks. Then e...
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- G., I have felt your pain. :) My husband came up with a really neat idea, and so far has worked wonders. (We've had the plan in action about 4-5 months now) First o...
- My 10 yr old sets and clears the table every night (pending homework status). She is also responsible for cleaning up any messes she makes. Also, she can dust the fu...
- I have a 16, 14 & 11 year old. I have one discipline method that really REALLY works with them. If I asked them to do something in the past, I dealt with the same re...
I Need Advice on Keeping My 7 Year Old Son Focused During Homework Time.
Asked by K.L. from Norfolk
on November 2, 2006
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I have a 7 year old son that has the hardest time staying focused on his homework. It can take him up to 2 hours to complete it. Sometimes he gets so frustrated that h...
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- I would get your child tested. If you have some results, you have a baseline by which to go by when planning how to help him. Even if you/school district agree that ...
- Hi, I'm C.. We had the exact same problem since my 9 year old was in Kindergarten. We changed her diet, she gets no sweets, only fresh fruit and veggies, things like t...
- Our now 11 yr old son had these same issues! I would set the timer when he got home to let him play (he likes outside) for 25 minutes. It helped to let him use up that...
Bear Backpack
Asked by J.C. from San Diego
on January 4, 2008
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When I was growing up and until I had a child of my own, I always thought those backpacks that are leashed were cruel punishment, that was until I had my own. We don't...
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- I'm so glad you all like your back packs. I had a great one with my oldest and I remember it working very well. Then I bought the little puppy with my 2nd. She used it...
- You know I always thought how awful it was to leash your kid...then when I was pregnant a news story came on about a woman walking in the mall with her 2 year old twin...
- Hi! First, I have to say this is a matter of safety over what anyone else thinks, especially since you know your child better than anyone else! Second, we have use...
