For many of you, back to school is almost here. Where did the summer go?! As a parent, you may be ready for back to school, but chances are your kids would like summer to last just a bit longer. However, they might get excited getting some new back-to-school gear. So whether your kids are elementary-school aged or packing off to college for the first time, we’ve got back-to-school recommendations to make this semester go smoothly.

Now that school is back in session or close to it, let’s explore a few fun DIY projects that your child might make in school. You can even do these projects with your kids at home. Dioramas Alicia Bodine posted three terrific diorama designs with instructions at About Home. The desert and ocean dioramas are recommended for ages 3 and above while the forest diorama is for ages 5 and above.

Back-to-school time is here! Summer is coming to an end, and your children are probably getting ready to head to school. Do you have all the essential gear they need for a successful school year? We’ve compiled a list of must-have items for a few age ranges. Elementary School The number one item an elementary-school child needs is a comfortable backpack. You don’t want your little guy or girl to carry a bunch of books unsupported.

A new school year can be exciting! At the same time, it can be challenging and a little intimidating for both students and teachers. One of the ways to ease the back to school process is with good organization and a well-thought out plan. Here are some printable ideas that will help students and teachers for a stress free school year! Must-Have Printables for Students From timesheet tables to healthy lunch recipes, here are some ideas on helpful printables.

“If you want parents to recycle, just tell their kids the importance of recycling, and they’ll be all over it.” - Bill Nye Reuse. Reduce. Recycle. We’ll often find these words on the front of a little green bin urging us to recycle. Often it’ll be paper, cardboard boxes, water bottles and other similar items. What people often forget about though, is that their printer’s cartridges can also be recycled! While you can’t just through it the bin, you can send off your empty ink and toner cartridges to local recycling centers or online shops like GreenHippo.

We know it can be a little tough on your kids, but like everything else, all good things come to an end. They’ve had a glorious few months of enjoying the summer, playing, taking holidays and trips, spending time doing things they enjoy, following no schedules, with no studies to do or classes to attend. Restoring the mindset to waking up early, following timetables, getting into a regular study schedule and home work every day can be tough – for kids as well as parents.

According to recent surveys, an average family spends about $1,223 on back to school items each year, with kids spending about $ 436 and parents spending about $787. These items include school and college supplies such as text books, stationery, and electronics and so on. Let’s look at some back to school tips that will help you save on your back to school expenditure: Make a list Every savvy shopper will tell you the importance of making a list and then sticking to it.

**Photo from: printers.iyogi.com It is back to school time and if you are a parent you are busy running around to stock up on all of the necessary school supplies for your child. But don’t overlook one of the most needed supplies–printer ink cartridges. Your home printer needs to be well stocked because with in no time your child will need to print out assignments to turn in. Don’ worry CompAndSave has you covered.