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Back-to-School Ideas

August 22, 2016 by bluemountainecards

Summer is slowly coming to an end. Fall is just around the corner. And school is about to begin any day now. What an emotional time for everyone—kids, parents, and grandparents!

You have to admit, the start of a new school year conjures up many memories for us. Remember getting all those brand new school supplies (especially that cool big-kid box of 64 crayons with a built-in sharpener)? Those spiffy new school shoes? Maybe even a new outfit? Remember going to bed the night before the big day, all nervous, anxious, and excited at the same time? And remember not being able to sleep while checking your alarm clock every half hour?

08082016_BMA_BLOG_Roundup_Back_To_School 1. Photo Bookmarks via Nearly Crafty
2. Back-to-School Lunch Box Ideas via Vicky Barone
3. Free Printable First-Day-of-School Signs via Remodelaholic
4. Confetti Pencils via Make and Tell
5. Restoration Hardware Inspired Desk Organizer via Addicted 2 DIY
6. Free Printable Watercolor Notebook Covers via Eighteen25

Well, today’s kids are no different. They’re probably a little sad that summer’s over. They’re probably scared of what to expect, from classmates to classroom to teacher. And they’re probably as ready as they’ll ever be to face a new year of challenges, growth, and rewards.

Help make your child’s or grandchild’s adventure a little less stressful—and a lot more fun! Start by getting organized. This handy back-to-school checklist is divided by grade and should be a big help. Then send a cheerful card to get them in the right frame of mind and let them know you care.

We’ve also come up with some other creative ways to add more fun. For instance, make a cute bookmark using your child’s own photo. Spiff up some pencils to make them appear more festive. Cover notebooks with colorful inspirational quotes. Make an easy desk organizer. Get fresh ideas for a variety of healthy-yet-delicious lunches. Or print a sign for that adorable “first-day-of-school” photo in front of your house. You’re the one making happy memories now!

Printable Lunchbox Notes

August 10, 2016 by bluemountainecards

There’s nothing that will brighten a child’s day or make them feel more loved than finding a special note from you to them in their lunch box. Maybe it’s their first day back to school and they’re feeling a bit sad and blue. Or maybe they’ve had a rough morning and could use a little pick-me-up. Or maybe they’re just plain missing you. Whatever the reason, a sweet, upbeat, smile-inducing message is sure to lift their spirits and make them feel all happy inside.

So just for you, our talented designers have come up with a set of 6 brightly colored notes that are super cute and especially appealing to kids. Print, cut, maybe add your own personal message, and tuck one into your child’s or grandchild’s lunch box. You’ll make it the best part of their day!

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Click here to download and print these adorable lunch box notes.

Back to School Playlist

August 16, 2013 by bluemountainecards

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Continuing with our back-to-school theme this week, we thought it would be fun to feature a back-to-school playlist that you can use to help get everyone in a good mood with some school spirit. Play your back to school playlist while everyone is getting ready on the first day, or in the car on way to a brand new school year.

Back to School Checklists

August 13, 2013 by bluemountainecards

It’s hard to believe summer is almost over, but as August presses on, it’s time to start thinking about sending our kids or grandkids back to school checklists. Back to School shopping can be fun for kids and getting them involved may even make them excited to head back into the classroom. Today, we’re featuring a few back-to-school shopping lists organized by age. Bring the lists with you and turn shopping into a fun scavenger hunt!

Kindergarten: