School Supplies For City Kids

With school back in session, there’s so much to prepare for. This upcoming school year is sure to include a few science fairs, book reports, and projects for the kids. Luckily, we’ve got all the back to school must-haves right here.

Monsters Pencils: Pencils are probably the most important of school supplies so ring in the new year with these No. 2 Monsters pencils. The colorful monster cartoons are more stylish than the average yellow and with two dozen in the pack, the set is sure to last all year long. $5.99, ctcgifts.org

 

 

Doggie Pencil Sharpener: Turn the tail of this little pup and watch its ears flap as your pencil sharpens! Its suction cup feet keep it in place on your desk and the pull-out tray makes for an easy way to empty the shavings. Comes in blue or pink for any boy or girl! $4.99, lillianvernon.com

 

 

Personalized Pirate Notebook: Get your creative juices flowing with this pirate-themed notebook. It has 50 standard-rule sheets for writing and is spiral bound for easy flipping. Personalize with your child’s name for free. (Not to mention the fact that Talk Like A Pirate Day is coming right up). $13.99, lillianvernon.com

 

 

My Little Purse Pencil Case: Store all of your writing tools in this cute pencil case. Disguised as a purse, it’s decked with gold stars and hearts and easy to carry from class to class. Available in pink, blue, white, or black. $12.25, coolpencilcase.com

 

 

Texas Instruments TI-30X IIS Scientific Calculator: This scientific calculator is perfect for any little math whiz! It offers features to last your child from algebra to geometry. $12.97, walmart.com

 

 

 

Martha Stewart Homework Planner: Make sure your kids stay on top of their homework with a weekly planner. Organize homework from all of your classes in one place, while also keeping track of after school activities. $19.99, staples.com

 

 

 

Darice-Arty Facts Portable Art Studio Kit: With over 65 pieces, this art studio set is ready for all kinds of arts and crafts! Your child will be prepared for almost any school project. The set includes a dozen crayons, pastels, markers, colored pencils, a paintbrush and more. $6.99, joann.com

 

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USC Gymnastics & Baseball Training Facility

<p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;" data-sheets-value="{" data-sheets-userformat="{">We offer sports activities, after school programs, birthday parties & private lessons for kids ages 3–13 years! Our gymnastics classes are a great way to keep your child active and healthy. We strive to empower and challenge children through the sport of gymnastics.</span></p>

Brooklyn Music School

<p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">For over a century, we at The Brooklyn Music School have strived to make the joy of music, dance and performance accessible to everyone no matter their age, background, or financial status.</span></p> <p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">In addition to offering affordable in-person and online private and group music lessons, dance classes, after-school programs, and community outreach, we also provide space for </span></p> <p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Brooklyn and NYC artists to perform in our 250-seat Spanish-style theatre. Come by for a night of live music, or join us for a class!</span></p> <p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p> <p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-family: Arial; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 400; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-position: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Visit BrooklynMusicSchool.org to learn more, register for classes, or view our calendar for upcoming events. </span></p> <p><span id="docs-internal-guid-4b378613-7fff-f89d-3c88-fe6beaabeb55"></span></p>

Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum

<p><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: Arial;" data-sheets-value="{" data-sheets-userformat="{">Looking for something to do with the kids in New York City that is fun, exciting, and educational? The Intrepid Museum offers family-friendly activities and programs all year long that keep children engaged, entertained, and curious about history and science. Fun rain or shine, the Museum offers both indoor and outdoor interactive exhibits and activities. With so many things to do and see, you’ll never hear “I’m bored,” when you climb aboard Intrepid. A non-profit, educational institution featuring the legendary aircraft carrier Intrepid, the space shuttle Enterprise, the world’s fastest jets and a guided missile submarine.<br /></span></p>