Back-To-School with our Favorite Kids Brands
About MCubed Backpacks
MCubed Backpacks was founded by Mary, a school teacher of 10+ years in Southern California. Our story began when her oldest son started preschool. After searching for days looking for the perfect first backpack, Mary became frustrated with the options available on Amazon and other websites. Most looked too childish, too cheesy, or too cheap. The branded ones that were attractive were way above the price point she was willing to spend on a child’s backpack. She just wanted something that looked stylish (to match his cute outfits), good quality (decent stitching and made of safe materials), be comfortable (more than just a thin strap to cushion his small body), and be the perfect size (big enough to fit standard-sized papers and folders yet not too big that it would feel overwhelming). I mean, was that too much to ask? Well, maybe not, but Mary wanted more options for parents that felt the same way. So, as teacher gone mompreneur, she decided to create her own. And the rest is history.
About Bunnies By The Bay
We grew up on Fidalgo Island on the West Coast of North America, surrounded by the tulip fields of Washington State and the waters of the Pacific Ocean. Like many fishing families we knew the wonders, the joys, and, yes, the power of the sea. In 1983 we lost fourteen men and their two crab boats in the Bering Sea. The men included our Father, Uncle and Cousin, lost in this fishing tragedy that devastated our entire community. In the months that followed, our Gram, a seamstress, comforted us with stories about bunnies who lived in her garden. Sitting in her sewing circle, these tales helped to mend our broken hearts and soothed us to sleep at night. Soon we started making up our own adventures and sewing cloth characters to make our stories come alive. Fidalgo became “Cricket Island” and our imaginary friends were modeled on the brave people around us. Almost four decades later we are still making our bunnies, and we remain on “Cricket Island” where our stories began. Our haven is a world of fishing, whale watching, and tulip growing, beautiful in so many ways.
Cricket Island Characters come to life in the eyes of everyone who meets them. The Bunnies By The Bay includes collections fit for babies and kids. Shop gender neutral baby gifts, personalized keepsakes, and even dolls that will grow with your favorite family. We fell n love with our Daisy doll and Wee Bruce the moose as soon as we layed on eyes on the adorable characters. They make great cuddly friends and accompany many make believe stories for hours on end.
From the Pretty Girl Collection this 15 inch doll is knit with the sweetest features and can go from baby’s first doll to the perfect birthday or holiday gift heirloom.
Wee Bruce the Moose
Soft furry moose with antlers, ears and hooves still perfect for snuggling.
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About U-Konserve
Long before zero-waste living was making headlines, U-Konserve was creating products to help people live a zero-waste lifestyle. The company was founded by two friends who believed that small changes can have a huge impact on the global movement to protect our planet. After the birth of her daughter, Chance Claxton became increasingly concerned about the environment and wanted to make it easy for parents to reduce the plastic baggies, juice boxes and packaged foods piling up in landfills. In 2008 the founders created the first zero-waste lunch kit for elementary schools, and the new venture was born. The innovative lunch kits spurred an entirely new lifestyle for thousands of families looking to tread lightly on the planet. The reusable concept caught on, and more products were developed. What started as a resource for school children quickly became a full line of zero-waste food-storage essentials for the whole family at home and on the go. After more than a decade of growth and transition, the same goals that helped launch their message of reuse still guide the company today. As a Certified B Corporation and member of 1% for the Planet, the company is using business for good by creating a positive impact for employees, communities and the environment. The initial mission to protect the planet has grown into a lifestyle of reusing more, wasting less, and raising awareness about the exciting and growing movement to reduce single-use plastic.
Ready to make a transition to less waste with another of our favorite kids brands? I quickly learned that we made the most waste with packing school lunches and packing all those snacks on long days out of the house. The reusable insulated lunch totes with an adjustable strap is made from recycled plastic bottles. The tote also keeps your lunch cold or hot for hours. There is an inside pocket for an ice pack, bamboo utensil and cotton napkin. Durable and machine-washable and perfect for adults and kids. The strap is perfect to hold over your shoulder, hang on a stroller, or wear messenger-style.
- Made from 100% non-toxic recycled PET #1 plastic bottles
- Insulated fabric keeps food or drinks warm or cold
- Hand wash with mild soap and water (for a more complete cleaning, wash in cold water in washing machine on occasion and air dry)
- Zipper closure, adjustable strap and inside pocket
- Bag (and lining): recycled PE #1 plastic bottles. Strap: polyester. Insulation: polyethylene
- Free of BPA, BPS, phthalates and lead
About ABBY&FINN Hand Sanitizer Spray
We seek to improve the lives of the families we touch. 1 in 3 U.S. families experience diaper need. As parents, we know how quickly baby expenses add up and we believe that no one should have to compromise on quality. That’s why we donate 30 diapers for each subscription box purchased – helping other parents is so important to us, we literally put it in our name.
Kick the ick with ABBY&FINN hand sanitizer spray another of my favorite kids brands! This sanitizer is made with only 4 ingredients as recommended by the World Health Organization and FDA. This sanitizer is manufactured in an FDA audited facility in the USA. IT’s a light and airy spray that doesn’t leave build up or a feeling of stickiness. There is no awful smell and it is perfect for kids to use.
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About Making Memories Box
Planned and prepped activity kits. Save time. Save money. Make it memorable.
About Papaya Reusable
Papaya is the brand behind the Reusable Paper Towel. The soon-to-be kitchen staple in every household in America. With a list of amazing qualities longer than Mother Theresa meets Oprah with a splash of Beyoncé, our Reusable Paper Towels have already built something of a cult following. 1 sheet replaces 17 ROLLS of paper towel! All-natural, anti-bacterial, and compostable. Plus, we created the world’s first Reusable Paper Towel Subscription. Where you can customize your own box from our curated selection of designs, and have them conveniently delivered to your door every 2, 3 or 4 months. Our fun and quirky branding aims to make sustainability accessible to everyone. From zero-wasters to sustainability-newbies! We’re Eco-Friendly. Female-founded. And to quote one of our 5 star reviews, we’re the sustainable brand “you never knew you needed, and now can’t live without.”
These beautiful light-weight reusable towels are great for using in our kitchen for every mess. They are also perfect for adding lunchboxes and doing a wash, hang and repeat. Set yourself apart from the rest with a sustainable lifestyle that will in the end save you money and help make an impact on your carbon footprint.
About Dick & Jane Educational Snacks
Dick and Jane Educational Snacks are delicious, all-natural and loaded with learning. Our goal is to help kids to eat right and to do well in school. Dick and Jane Baking Co. successfully combines healthy whole grain nutrition with education as part of our effort to help kids eat right and do well in school. Our Educational Snacks are delicious, all-natural and loaded with learning … plus they are 100 percent nut free.
A healthy snacks that gets your brain inspired through learning. The Dick & Jane snacks are innovative and tasty. Every bite is filled with knowledge and makes learning fun.
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About DINO BARS
DINO BARS is a brand of the Functional Food Company, a small family-owned business owned and managed by Jessica and Ian Saultz. They believe in the positive effects of eating healthy, and want to provide like-minded parents with a healthy snack for their kids. Born and raised in Germany, Jessica grew up with a backyard full of fresh fruit and vegetables. She married Ian, an American, and their journey together began; fueling each other’s desire to live healthy lives through fitness and nutrition. The story of DINO BARS begins with the birth of their first child, Liam. Shortly after introducing solid food to Liam, they realized that he couldn’t tolerate refined sugars. They had always emphasized the importance of homemade food and snacks, but they needed an option for the busy times in life. Luckily, in Germany, there was a large variety of sugar-free, store-bought snacks for their son. Fast forward a couple of years, after the birth of their second child, June, the family of four moved from Germany back to the US. Ian started a new job in sales while Jessica stayed home with the kids. Disappointed with the kids snack selection here, Jessica started making snacks for their kids. The snack bars were an instant favorite among kids and parents alike. Jessica and Ian decided to put everything they had into making these amazing and nutritious snacks available to parents across the country. DINO BARS are produced in Charleston, South Carolina and are shipped anywhere within the US.
Starting our kids off with a healthy snack is the single most important part of stepping into a healthy lifestyle.
About EcoVessel
At EcoVessel, we’re inspired by a thirst for adventure and a respect for the planet. We are a family based business in Boulder, Colorado that creates premium quality hydration bottles and drinkware that maintain the optimal temperature of beverages while reducing dependence on single-use plastics.
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My Thoughts
It’s easy to navigate the best products with these favorite kids brands. I will always choose reusable, sustainable items for my family. We love intentional shopping and filling our needs with brands that fit that bill. IF you are in need of items that won’t get replaced mid year and especially items you can keep using that will hold up past the rest shop our favorite kids brands.
We have added our Favorts kids brands to our Back to School Gift Guide.
