Healthy Choices For Back-To-School

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Go Back To School Green and Healthy

The new school year is fast approaching. Take some time to think about the choices you make when getting your kids all set to go. Whether you need allergy-free or just want to be a little more green in the classroom, here are some great items to get you on your way!

Latex Allergy Information 

If your child is sensitive to latex, send the teacher this link!

Latex allergy is a medical term encompassing a range of allergic reactions to natural rubber latex.

Latex Awareness For The Classroom 

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Latex Free School Supplies 

Hand sanitizers - Just Say No 

If your school supply list includes a bottle of Hand Sanitizer Gel, write the school a note letting them know that these chemicals ARE NOT allowed to be used on your child. These "gels" are poisonous and can cause eczema on your children's hands.

Read more here.

 

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Eco-Friendly School Supplies 

12 Jumbo Triangular Color EcoPencils

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Recycled Self-Stick Note Pads – Canary Yellow

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Construction Paper, 12"x18", Assorted, 50/Pack PAC103638

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Packing Lunches for Your Allergic Child? 

 

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Great Places for Allergen-Free Goodies 

Pamela's Products
Honestly, Pamela's makes the best gluten-free cookie mix in the whole world. This company makes a large variety of other yummy snacks and baking mixes as well.
Laurel's Sweet Treats
I haven't tried these yet, but they look really good!
Bento
Looking for a unique way to make a healthy lunch fun? Try the Japanese style Bento!

Make Them Excited About Lunch! 

Classroom Reminders and Awareness 

Healthy Tips From Squidoo 

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monarch13 wrote...

perfect companion to my healthy classrooms lens. 5 stars and thanks for spreading the word!

ReplyPosted October 15, 2008

ClassyGals wrote...

Wonderful lens! Five stars favored. I didn't realize that there were harmful chemicals in hand sanitizer! Thanks for the learning experience.

ReplyPosted August 09, 2008

AshleyAnnRyan wrote...

Hi,
Thanks for joining Parenting On Squidoo,
I have just featured your lens, please check it out to make sure its in the right category, and if you feel
inspired vote on a poll or two.

Welcome,
Ashley

ReplyPosted August 08, 2008

AshleyAnnRyan wrote...

Hello,
I would love to feature your lens in my group Parentint on Squidoo. For back to school. Would love for you to join!
Ashley

ReplyPosted August 08, 2008

mulberry wrote...

Wonderful lens idea, well done.

ReplyPosted July 23, 2008

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