Preschool: Lands End
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Peer Pressure in Preschool?!
Asked by L.G. from San Francisco
on September 15, 2011
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My daughter is 4. She has a best friend who, in my world view, is quite spoiled. For example, supposedly she "decided" at the he of two that she only wears dresses, so...
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- If I were in your shoes....I would not give in to her demand of having what she wants. Sorry, but you have what you have in your closet, you either wear it or go to sc...
- I read your follow up and I still think you should let it go. I would take her to gymnastics in whatever dress she simply must have on and give a heads up to the teach...
- We had this problem with a girl in my DD's class. Same thing: she wore dresses all the time and my daughter wanted to do the same. (thankfully they weren't fancy; just...
Best Backpack You Bought for Your Kids!
Asked by A.M. from Chicago
on June 27, 2011
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Hi,
I'm looking for recommendations on backpacks. My daughter starts kindergarten this fall and she is small for her age - so I don't want a backpack that overwhelm...
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- Definitely Lands End. My oldest has had hers for 4 years now. I got her the regular sized one & she picked out one of the little animals to be embroidered & her initi...
- Lands End or L.L. Bean hands down!!!
- Lands' End. Our son got two good years out of his and we're only replacing it next school year because he decided orange is no longer his favorite color. It's held up ...
Backpack for My Daughter
Asked by T.M. from Jackson
on August 17, 2011
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Hello All!
I'm looking for any suggestions on a backpack for my daughter.
She is going into Young 5's (which my son was just in last year so I know how much pape...
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- My older daughter has always been a fan of the featherlight Lands' End backpacks (my younger one prefers the small haul, but you're right, the straps are large-ish for...
- I have to agree with everyone who suggested LLBean backpacks. They are wonderful, and there are several sizes to choose from. They currently have the Original Junior p...
- I have just always used one from Target or Toys R Us and they have lasted just fine. I know you said that you don't like character ones, but they do have some pla...
Backpacks & Lunchboxes
Asked by J.B. from Columbus
on July 7, 2010
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Hi Mamas! I'm trying to get a "jump start" on prepping my DD who will start Kindergarten at the end of August. I wanted to ask your opinions as to whether its worth th...
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- I have 2 of my kids in school already...1 going into 4th grade and the other going into 1st grade, so my advice comes from experience. Go with the cheaper ones. They...
- Hello, I would try- The Lunchbots- to hold the actual food. They are safe unlike some that you would find in stores. You can order them online, or at certain stores de...
- My daughter just finished kindergarten and her Disney Princess backpack will not survive another year as it practically has holes in the bottom. I got it very inexpen...
Seeking Shopping Advice from Other Moms Whose Kids Wear Uniforms!
Asked by E.M. from Dallas
on July 16, 2009
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Hey moms! :) My 3-yr-old son will be starting at a new preschool at the end of August (he's been in in-home care up till now.) The school requires a uniform, so his on...
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- HI, I bought my son 5shirts for the week and four pants then IT'S TIME TO WASH LOL.TRY KOHLS SHIRTS WERE 8.99 AND SOME TIMES YOU CAN GET COUPONS TO USE .TARGET ,WALMA...
- Try JC Penny, they usually have fairly cheap polos, and a uniform section too. Or Target has them for around $7 each. Maybe even Sears. HTH ~A.~
- Hello, I have ordered from target online and this wedsite below. they also have great book for $5.00. I have bought from them and they are good quality and so inexpe...
Winter Clothes ... What Do I Need for the Kids?
Asked by J.S. from Grand Rapids
on July 15, 2008
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I am completely lost on what I will need for the kiddos this winter. Frankly this will be our first "real" winter ever. We have always lived in temperate climates wh...
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- Oh, J.! You are in for a treat! Michigan winters are one of a kind! We do have some mild ones, so if you're lucky, you might get a break this year. :) Truly, they ...
- In my opinion: 1. Winter Jacket and fleece scarf from Old Navy - cheap and warm 2. Boots and gloves - anything that says Thinsulate...I think can be found at Targe...
- "Indoor Clothes" - lots of jeans, long sleeve shirts, turtle neck shirts (if your kids will tolerate them) and plenty of sweatshirts or sweaters. "Outdoor Clothes" ...
Preschooler Bags/backpacks
Asked by M.K. from Chicago
on July 16, 2009
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Hi Moms! My daughter will be starting preschool in the Fall. Her preschool sent a note indicating she should bring a "large school bag/backpack that can be opened an...
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- Usually they want you to get a bigger backpack so the larger library books will fit in it. I just went to Target and got a Thomas the Tank backpack for my kids when...
- The Children's Place has cute backpacks and lunch boxes to match. They come in different sizes and styles and they are all only $10 right now.
- I too like LLBean. I bought one for my daughter this past year from LLBean and only had to buy 1. In the past 2 years, she had gone through 2 per year. She will be ...
Mom Seeking New Place to Buy School Uniforms in the Southfield or Detroit Area
Asked by B.R. from Detroit
on February 15, 2008
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My 3 year old recently started pre-school. I have had a hard time finding stores that specialize in school uniforms. He usually wears a size 4t to size 4. Anyone hav...
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- Kids for less on Grandriver just before Beech Daly. there is also a kids for less on coolidge and 9 mile.
- I buy my daughters uniforms from FrenchToast.com.
- Hi B., When my son went to elementary/pre-school, I was able to shop at Value World on Kelly Road & 10 Mile in Eastpointe for the really good values on uniforms. ...
How Do You Maintain Preschooler's Clothes?
Asked by D.K. from Dallas
on December 22, 2011
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As in how often do you need to buy new clothes for the preschool, how do you avoid the instant worn-out look coming out of the dryer? Especially when you need to wash ...
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- It's the dryer... not much you can do. You can try to dry on the gentle (low temp) cycle, but that eats up a lot of energy and takes longer. You can try to forgo print...
- It is definitely the dryer. I hang dry all my kid's shirts(partially dry them in dryer on low for about 5 minutes first). It really makes a difference. My younger son...
- I think dryers take a big toll on clothes! I don't dry any of our pants or shirts, I take them out of the wash, hang them on hangers and set the hangers in a closet t...
Backpacks for Preschooler
Asked by S.C. from Fort Wayne
on August 3, 2010
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I'm pretty sold on getting a backpack from LL Bean for my 3 year old. She's starting preschool in the fall. She's very petite for her age (30 lbs and 39 inches). I'm h...
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- I have the Junior from LLBean for my 2.5 year old and it is PERFECT! Super washable, takes a beating, and the perfect size! Definitely worth it!
- I would look at the measurements, and then put some stuff together on a table and see if you think it will all fit...........since your daughter is small, you don't wa...
- Crafts are the big thing to consider with a preschoolers backpack. My oldest had a jr backpack (she is also petite) and pretty much every project had to be folded to ...
