Back-To-School Shopping: Pack To The Future

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We’ve packed the coolest backpacks with the coolest classroom essentials for students of all ages!

For Pre-K – Grade 2

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1. Stasher Space Animals Storage Bag, $11.99, stasherbag.com 2. Yoobi Fuzzy Pencil Case – Green, $3.99, Target & yoobi.com 3. Kikkerland Assorted Car Rulers, $5, kikkerland.com 4. Minted School’s In Notebook by Jennifer Pace Duran, $16, minted.com 5. Crayola Glitter Crayons 16-Ct., $2.99, shop.crayola.com 6. Staples College Ruled Filler Paper 8” x 10.5”, $1.99 (120-pack), staples.com 7. Post-it Paw Print Notes, $2.99 (2-pack), post-it.com 8. Yoobi x Pharrell Williams’ i am OTHER Collection DIY Print Folder, $0.99, Target & yoobi.com 9. Yoobi Pretzel Erasers 4-Pack, $1.99, yoobi.com 10. Florescent Pencil Set from the Pink Olive, $12, pinkolive.com 11. Minted Watercolor Heart by Chelsey Scott Custom Name Labels, $16 (for 72), minted.com 12. Yoobi Glue Stick 2-Pack – Blue, $1.99, Target & yoobi.com 13. Pottery Barn Kids Small MacKenzie Solar System Water Bottle, $16.50, potterybarnkids.com 14. Kikkerland Safari Animal Pencil Set of 4, $5, kikkerland.com 15. Minted Over the Rainbow by Peetie Design Custom Name Label, $16 (for 32), minted.com 16. Skip Hop Riggs Raccoon Zoo Little Kids Backpack, $20, skiphop.com 17. VTech Kidizoom Smartwatch DX – Royal Blue, $59.99, vtechkids.com

For Grades 3-5

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1. Barnes & Noble Shine On Pink and Gold Mini ID Case, $9.95, barnesandnoble.com 2. Draper James Journal Set, $28, draperjames.com 3. Yoobi Animal and Food Erasers Assorted 6-pack – Multicolor, $2.99 (includes panda, cupcake, pineapple, unicorn, elephant, and penguin shown here), Target & yoobi.com 4. tokidoki x Hello Kitty Lunch Container: Print, $11.50 (includes fork and spoon shown here), sanrio.com & shop.tokidoki.it 5. Yoobi x Pharrell Williams’ i am OTHER Collection Community Print Composition Notebook, $2.29, yoobi.com 6. Mark and Graham Colorfield Ear Bud and Charger Holder, $35 (includes free monogramming), markandgraham.com 7. Staples College Ruled Filler Paper 8” x 10.5”, $1.99 (120-pack), staples.com 8. “My Writing” and “My Art” Journals from My Sweet Muffin, $8.50 each, mysweetmuffin.com 9. Sharpie Permanent Markers in Assorted Colors, from $1.59 each, sharpie.com 10. Crayola Washable Glitter Glue 9-Ct, $5.49, shop.crayola.com 11. Crayola 6-Ct Glitter Markers, $6.99, shop.crayola.com 12. Barnes & Noble Be Fierce “Awesome” Leopard Triple Pencil Pouch, $9.95, barnesandnoble.com 13. Post-it Cupcake Notes, $2.99 (2-pack), post-it.com 14. Kikkerland Mini Food Erasers Assorted (carrots, corn, and fish shown here), $2 (set of three), kikkerland.com 15. Kipling Caity Metallic Backpack – Scuba Diver Blue Metallic, $79.99 (includes monkey keychain), kipling-usa.com 16. Fiskars Plastic Compass, $5.99, amazon.com 17. Fiskars Designer Non-Stick Kids Scissors, $5.50, walmart.com

For Grades 6-8

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1. L.L.Bean Red Buffalo Plaid Print Pencil Case, $9.95, llbean.com 2. Minted Gem by Rebecca Bowen Custom Name Label, $16 (for 24), minted.com 3. Hello Kitty Nerd Kitty Mimobot Flash Drive, $16.99 (8GB) – $24.99 (16GB), mimoco.com 4. Post-it Rio de Janeiro Collection 2” Tabs, $5.29, post-it.com 5. Nate Berkus Swingline Stapler, $15.99, Target & target.com 6. Cynthia Rowley Cosmic White Floral 2016 Planner from Staples, $14.99, staples.com 7. Yoobi Coffee Mug Paper Clip Holder – Blue, $3.74, yoobi.com 8. Minted Geometric by Chelsey Scott Custom Name Labels, $16 (for 72), minted.com 9. Cynthia Rowley Gold Ball Point Pens from Staples, $3.99 (3-pack), staples.com 10. C.R. Gibson Carpe Diem Composition Book from Staples, $3, staples.com 11. Post-it Arrow Flags in Bright Colors, $5.50, post-it.com 12. Lifefactory 16 oz. Glass Bottle with Active Flip Cap and Silicone Sleeve in Blue Splash, $29.99, lifefactory.com 13. Post-it Super Sticky Notes in Assorted Colors from the Marrakesh and New York Color Collections, from $4.89, post-it.com 14. Vera Bradley Zip ID Case in Pop Art, $12, verabradley.com 15. Kikkerland Arrow Pencil Set of 4, $5, kikkerland.com 16. R2-D2 Mimobot Flash Drive, $16.99 (8GB) – $24.99 (16GB), mimoco.com 17. Ice-Bat Mimobot Flash Drive, $16.99 (8GB) – $24.99 (16GB), mimoco.com 18. Maptote New York City Hoods Booklet, $5, maptote.com 19. Post-it Flags, Rio de Janeiro Color Collection, $5.29, post-it.com 20. Draper James Peachtree Notepad, $14, draperjames.com 21. STATE Bags Nevins Backpack in Olive, $85, statebags.com

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<p>Manhattan Mandarin runs the Mandarin after-school programs at over 40 schools</p> <p>nationwide, including St. Bernard's, Chapin, Allen-Stevenson, and Buckley. Whether</p> <p>in schools, students' homes, in the office, online, or on our beloved China trips, our</p> <p>teachers and tutors have helped hundreds of students of all ages master the Mandarin</p> <p>language on their own unique paths to fluency. Our philosophy has always been to</p> <p>make private lessons and classes perfectly tailored for each individual student. We</p> <p>look forward to working with you.</p> <p>- Jamie Keyte, Founder</p>

Young Actors at Strasberg

<p>Young Actors at Strasberg offers a comprehensive array of acting programs for students in grades 2 – 12. Classes provide kids and teens with a foundation in Lee Strasberg's Method Acting and the tools to succeed in the professional industry – all while maintaining a fun and playful environment. Programs are tailored to encompass students at all levels, from those just beginning their acting journey to Broadway veterans and professional child actors. Young Actors at Strasberg alumni include Lady Gaga, Sophia Lillis, Angelina Jolie, Chris Evans, Scarlett Johansson and Rosario Dawson!</p> <p>Young Actors Programs are available online and in-person at our New York Campus, located in Union Square. Saturday, After-School and Online classes are offered during the traditional school year (Fall, Winter, and Spring) and Monday through Friday day camps and intensives are held in July and August.</p> <p><strong>About The Lee Strasberg Theatre & Film Institute:</strong></p> <p>Founded in 1969 by Lee and Anna Strasberg, The Lee Strasberg Theatre & Film Institute is the only school that teaches Lee Strasberg's work in its complete and authentic form. The Institute's goal is to provide students with a craft that will help them create a reality and respond truthfully in imaginary circumstances, regardless of the style or form of material being used. LSTFI is proud to have award-winning alumni from around the world working as writers, directors, and actors in all mediums.</p>

Play On! Studios

<p>Play On! Studios offers theater day camps and after-school classes on the UWS that are guaranteed to give kids a summer full of acting, music, and fun they won't soon forget! Young actors will rehearse and perform in a full production, work with professional NYC actors/teaching artists, build up their skills in a nurturing, non-competitive environment and play lots of drama games!</p> <p>Creative Drama Camps are perfect for kids entering grades K-4. Campers will work each week to put on a brand-new show! Each session, they will receive a script, rehearse a production, make a set and costumes, and perform their play. Kids will also play drama games, play outside (weather permitting), and have tons of fun!</p> <p>Musical Theater Camps are aimed at kids entering grades 4-9. In Musical Theater Performance Camp, campers put on a complete musical production in a professional NYC theater! Campers will stretch their skills with drama exercises and games, vocal coaching, field trips, and building a professional set. Our incredible teaching artists and campers come together to put on a truly remarkable show!</p> <p>During the school year, classes are great for beginners or more experienced actors - sing, dance, and put on a play! Whether your child is just starting out, or ready for Broadway, we’ve got the class for them. Classes are available for grades PreK-8, after school or on Saturdays! Come play with us.</p> <p> </p>