IT’S almost back-to-school time and those of you with school-going children are no doubt starting to get together the necessary items.
The transition from preschool to primary school can be tough. With more subjects, tests, and homework, the beginning might be a little messy. Here are some accessories parents can stock up to help Junior kick start his school term.
- Bag to back: With more subjects introduced, Junior will now need to bring textbooks, workbooks and notebooks to school, on top of his reading book and stationery. That can be quite a load on his shoulder and back. Studies have proven that a child’s backpack should not weigh more than 15% of their body weight.
Children are going to carry their school bags for a long time and there are plenty of musculoskeletal problems such scoliosis, which may develop if their bags are more than what they should be carrying. Pay particular attention to your girls, as they generally weigh less than boys, and therefore are not as strong.
- Stride on: Though most of the time is spent in the classroom, there will be Physical Education lessons and recess time for Junior to run around and be active. Not forgetting the extracurricular activities he might have after school. It’s good to invest in a good pair of shoes for Junior. One with plenty support and comfort to boot.
Here are some tips to look out for when shoe-shopping:
Go for shoes with fastening support. Chose those with a patterned or textured sole as this will provide traction and prevent slips on slippery surfaces.
Soles should be sturdy to protect the feet from potential injuries, with some flexibility for it to bend with the foot movement
- Getting the ‘write’ tools: Get wood-free pencil and colour pencils which are made of synthetic resin material. This means even when Junior accidentally breaks it, you can be assured that there won’t be any splinters around that might prick him. The colour pencils are also made from ultra-resistant and recycled material.
- Let’s read: Every morning or afternoon, Junior will be expected to bring a book for reading time before assembly. Take this time to introduce children classics to pique his interest and start building on his word bank.
Source: https://thenewageparents.com/
