LISTS
before
the bell
rings
BE PREPARED FOR BACK-TO-SCHOOL
WITH THIS CHECKLIST
LOOKING COOL FOR SCHOOL
WHAT’S IN YOUR BACKPACK?
Back-to-School for many kids also means
back to cool – as in what’s the latest trend,
styles and fashion statements for the fashion-
conscious student. Here’s a list of some inde-
pendent boutiques and chain stores to help
kids make the grade in looking good on the
first day. The proper school supplies are essential for
being prepared for school studies, keeping
organized, creating projects and staying on
top of your game. They also play an important
part in making learning fun. Pencil in a trip to
one of these stores of options to outfit your
backpack.
Little Skye Children’s Boutique
171 E. Ridgewood Ave., Ridgewood
(800) 393-5840 EAI Education
118 Bauer Drive, Oakland
(201) 891-9466
Melinda Lane
208 Lenox Ave. # 1, Westfield
(908) 233-7033 Learning Express
111 E. Ridgewood Ave., Ridgewood
(201) 445-8697
Pumpkin & Bean
55 N. Dean St., Englewood
(201) 503-9001 Lakeshore Learning Store
449 Essex St., Hackensack
(201) 441-9214
HEALTHY EATING 101
Food for thought: Did you know a healthy
lunch is the smart way to stay alert in class,
fuel your energy cells and stimulate your
brain throughout the day? Healthy eating can
also be fun and filling. Check out these stores
that offer to make the best of the brown bag
lunch. And remember, there’s more to healthy
eating than an apple a day.
The Fresh Market
32 Chestnut Ridge Road, Montvale
(201) 802-9300
Whole Foods Market
The Outlets at Bergen Town Center
300 Bergen Town Center, Paramus
(201) 226-1244
Natural Way Cafe
23-25 Broadway, Fair Lawn
(201) 791-1717
– DEIRDRE FLANAGAN WARD
(201) FAMILY | AUGUST 2017
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