As children begin to close their schoolbooks and start thinking about summer camp, parents may want to start preparing a packing list. With all sorts of supplies—both necessities and fun accessories—it’s difficult to choose what to pack in your child’s camp bag. Here are a few items we recommend for a summer of style and fun. —
For good little communicators:
Keeping in touch can help both parents and kids feel better about being distant during summer camp. For a personalized, penned note, check out Polka Dot Design postcards. With this Happy Camper motif, your child will be more than happy to send off aletter.
From $26.40, polkadotdesign.com
For wannabe mermaids:
Suit your little girl up with a cute Hibiscus pink one-piece. The sporty UPF 50 swimsuit is chlorine-resistant and will keep shape through those long days at the lake. Choose from three colors.
$29.95, llbean.com
For free-walkers:
Kenneth Cole Reaction Kids offers a sandal that lets boys’ toes breathe but with the stability of a sneaker. Sporting straps around the heel and upper foot, the brown or black sandal secures feet for hiking, running and just about any other camping experience.
$55.00, zappos.com
For rain-dodgers:
In case of a sunshower, pack a slicker like this Marmot PreCip Rain Jacket, which comes in a variety of colors for both girls and boys. A polyurethane coating offers waterproofing, while the compact design makes it easy to bring along as a just-in-caser.
$65.00, rei.com
For thirsty hikers:
Thermos offers safe, durable water bottles with fun designs for the artsy child. Once filled with icy water, artwork pops into view. Designs suitable for virtually every taste will keep your kid wanting to hydrate all summer long.
$15.00, thermos.com
