8 Best Eco-Friendly School Supplies

8 Best Eco-Friendly School Supplies
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Eco-Friendly School Supplies!

The new school year is right around the corner, which means it’s time to start grabbing school supplies for your kiddos! With this year being one that many people are looking to start new beginnings, parents are now making the decision to go green. 

While we have been stuck at home over the last year, many of us have seen that the environment needs all the help it can get, and that any small contribution we give can make a difference. Here are some school supplies that will lead you on the right path to having a successful waste-free school year!

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Decomposition Book

This book is based off of the old fashioned composition book but with a green twist. Not only is this book made up of a sewn binding, but it also uses 100 percent post-consumer-waste recycled paper. Michael Rogers wanted this book to be as eco-friendly as possible so they even printed the book in soy ink! These notebooks come in a variety of designs that will appeal to all kids!

Conscience Concepts Cork & Recycled Wheat Straw Retractable Ballpoint Pens

These pens scream eco-friendly! Conscience Concepts pens come in a pack of 20 and are made up of a cork base and wheat straw for the pen tips and clips. Parents will love how great these pens are for the environment and your kids will love all of the unique properties the pens have while they’re in school. Because it is made out of cork, the pens are smooth to the touch and have a nice grip, which makes for easier writing.

Sprout Eco-Friendly Wood Pencils

If you or your family members have a green thumb, then these pencils will be great for you! These pencils are biodegradable, high-quality and EN-71 safety certified which makes them extra safe for both your kids and the environment. What makes these pencils different from others is that they are the only original and patented seed pencils in the world. Once your pencil is too small for you to use, just plant it and watch it grow into beautiful flowers, fresh vegetables or fragrant herbs.

Onyx and Green 24 Pack of Recycled Colored Pencils

Kids will love doodling and creating with these colored pencils! Onyx and Green is known for making high-quality eco-friendly supplies that are perfect for back to school! These colored pencils have an assortment of 24 different colors and are made out of recycled newspapers. Kids will be able to read a faint story from years prior while creating their colorful stories on paper!

Blue Q Pencil Cases

Keep your school supplies organized this year with these stylish pencil cases! Blue Q’s pencil cases are made up of post-consumer recycled material and are very easy to clean. It is also waterproof which makes it a great pouch to carry around during any school occasion. Aside from it being earth friendly, each case has a beautiful design or drawing that is sure to catch every students eye in the classroom.

Aurora GB Elements Binder

One item that’s on many kids lists are binders, and these ones from Aurora GB are both heavy duty and eco-friendly. Each binder is made of 70 percent post consumer waste content, which is the highest percent in that industry. They are perfect for holding any of your kids’ papers and projects and will be sure to last the entire school year!

EcoRight Reusable Cotton Canvas Insulated Cooler

When packing your kids lunches, it is important to know that their food will stay cold and fresh all day. This lunch bag is big enough to fit all of your kids’ food AND their water bottles too! The outer material is made out of 100 percent canvas cotton and the lining is made of recycled PET bottle material. These bags will keep your kids’ food warm for 4-6 hours and it is machine washable.

Onyx and Green Erasers

Everyone makes writing mistakes which is why it’s important to carry around an eraser with you. The only thing about regular erasers is that they aren’t great for the environment. That is why Onyx and Green’s erasers are made with recycled rubber, which is less harmful. These erasers come in 3 different colors and are wrapped in paper sleeves to make for easy gripping.

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<p> </p> <div> <blockquote> <p>Lyceum Kennedy International School is an independent institution located in the heart of Manhattan, offering an exceptional bilingual and multicultural education. Our approach is rooted in self-expression and differentiated pedagogy, designed to empower students from early childhood through 12th grade. We provide a rigorous, bilingual education that fosters global thinking and intercultural respect, helping to shape future leaders who embody empathy, integrity, and the skills needed to thrive in an ever-evolving world.</p> </blockquote> </div> <div> <blockquote> <p>At Lyceum Kennedy, we nurture curiosity and creativity, celebrate the diversity of our community, and embrace differences. Together, we cultivate an inclusive environment that champions education, personal growth, and global citizenship.</p> </blockquote> </div> <div> <blockquote> <p>Our students are fully immersed in their selected languages, not merely studying them as second languages. We offer bilingual instruction in English-French or English-Japanese, including subject-specific classes taught in these languages. Preschool students applying for Nursery (3 years old), Pre-K, and Kindergarten, do not need prior knowledge of French nor Japanese. The students will learn and develop their language skills in class with the guidance of our highly trained teachers.</p> </blockquote> </div> <div> <blockquote> <p>In grades 11 and 12, we offer the prestigious International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme. This globally recognized diploma can be pursued in English, French, or a combination of both, opening doors to top-ranked universities in the US and internationally. Students opting for the bilingual track can earn an advanced bilingual diploma, a distinction offered at only three schools in North America. To prepare for the demands of the IB program, our 10th-grade students follow a pre-IB track designed to ease their transition into this rigorous curriculum. </p> </blockquote> </div> <div> <blockquote> <p>Lyceum Kennedy French American School is accredited by the French Ministry of Education and is part of the Agency for French Education Abroad (AEFE) network. We are also accredited by the New York State Education Department, and our early childhood programs are regulated by the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene. Additionally, our high school is an International Baccalaureate (IB) School offering the Diploma Programme.</p> <p>We would be thrilled to welcome you to our school and share further information with you. To schedule a tour or to request for more information, please contact us <a href="https://en.lyceumkennedy.org/admissions/admissions-process-1" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://en.lyceumkennedy.org/admissions/admissions-process-1&source=gmail&ust=1726932943019000&usg=AOvVaw00b1JI8tcnqrGuTHfcftei">here</a> for the French school and <a href="https://jp.lyceumkennedy.org/admissions/open-house" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=https://jp.lyceumkennedy.org/admissions/open-house&source=gmail&ust=1726932943019000&usg=AOvVaw1gOeC-thbQjBzHnPNiZnoC">here</a> for the Japanese school.</p> </blockquote> </div> <div> <blockquote> <p>We look forward to connecting with you! </p> </blockquote> </div>

Rella’s Spielhaus Summer Camp

<h1>2024 Rella’s Summer Camp</h1> <p>Guten Tag! Rella's Spielhaus Summer Camp is New York's premier German Summer Day Camp, excited to be back for the 10th summer in a row!</p> <p>Located on 50 West 97th Street, half a block away from Central Park, we offer 9 weeks of summer camp between June 24 th and August 30 th . Kids 1-12yrs are invited to enroll week-by-week. Sibling/twin discount.</p> <h3>Daily schedule:</h3> <p>Mon – Fri: 9am – 3pm <br /><br />Early Drop-off Mon - Thu: 8:30am <br /><br />Aftercare Mon - Thu: 3-5pm </p> <p>Any level of German welcome, no potty training required. The younger kids can nap.</p> <p>Be it the kids’ favorite "Fussball" , an introduction to the mighty music of "Mozart" or a magical week of wizardry during “Abrakadabra”, the children will be immersed in singing, dancing, arts & crafts, and reading and writing - all tailored to their age group and level of German. In the second part of the morning, we will head out to nearby Central Park and enjoy the sprinkly summer activities.</p> <h3>Testimonial of a 2023 Rella’s Spielhaus Summer Camp Parent:</h3> <p>Rella’s is awesome! We started off with Saturdays and now our 3+ year old daughter is going to the summer camp every day and loves it. The entire team lead by Barbara genuinely cares and if you would see the level of thought and attention to detail, they put in each week is incredible. The kids spend so much time outside, are active and come back home happy and excited… couldn’t ask for more.</p> <p>M-A. B.</p> <p><strong>It is our goal to instill a life-long joy in the German language and culture and create a summer experience for your child she will remember for a long time.</strong></p> <p><strong>Call us today, wir freuen uns!</strong></p>

LREI

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