Back To School Supplies

It is back to school for us this week. All the book bags are loaded with folders and supplies. The Uniforms are being put to full use along with our school shoes which of course our TOMS Shoes! But, we are still finding that we need more supplies for the school year. One Step Ahead has a whole section of back to school hard to find helpers to get your year started off right. In an effort to be more eco-friendly I am not using plastic bags for the kids snacks but instead have started using reusable snack and sandwich bags. Not only does it save money but it helps the environment to not have to throw away that plastic. The only thing now is that I have to remind the kids not to thrown away the reusable bags for me. One Step Ahead also has some great PVC free insulated lunch bags that are great for kids of any age.

Snack Happened Reusable Snack and Sandwich Bag 2-Pack A green lunch is in the bag, with our smart, reusable food storage bags! BPA-free and unlike others, these washable bags are FDA approved for food safety. Our lunch set includes a reusable sandwich bag and snack bag. 100% cotton, with waterproofed poly lining and zipper (keeps food and crumbs better contained than hook ‘n loop versions). PVC free. Machine wash. Made in USA and Imported. These Snack Happened™ bags are made by Itzy Ritzy(R) just for us. A One Step Ahead Exclusive! Comes in Pink and Blue! Only $12.95

By far my favorite back to school accessory from one step ahead. Have you seen all the news about how packed school lunches could make your kids sick? Read Prepacked School Lunches are Unsafe. The main issue is with the temperature of the food by the time kids go to eat it. I am using the EZ-Freeze energy Sandwich Container to see if it helps the food stay cooler. Green lunches? No problem! Our smart, insulated food containers keep meals fresh and chilled until lunchtime. Child-friendly and eco-friendly, with accessible lids and kid-pleasing features. These snack and sandwich containers are easy to open, easy to hold, and easy to bring along. BPA-free, with safe, non-toxic freezer gel. Place the gel pack in your freezer until frozen. Eco-friendly and child-friendly! Ideal for green lunches and snacks on the go.BPA-free and phthalate-free; made of polypropylene and non-toxic freezer gel. Price is $6.95

Personalized Pencil Case
Keep your little student organized—and inspired—with our charming pencil case! It’s generously sized, to hold lots of school supplies, and sturdily constructed, to withstand daily use. Fully lined, with a name label inside so it’s hard to lose. Imported. A One Step Ahead Exclusive! Personalize it for just $5 more! Kids’ pencil case is made of durable polyester and fully lined, with reinforced details and a full-length zipper for easy access. Only $4.95 – available in pink and navy

Insulated Lunch Bag
What’s in the lunch box? Whatever you want! That’s ‘cuz we designed our kids’ lunch bag to hold even bulky food containers (the kind that other lunch boxes can’t). Our lunch bag gives kids more carrying options, too, with a feel-good handle, hands-free shoulder strap, and handy backpack clip. (Works beautifully with our Backpack, sold separately). Sturdy and well-insulated, with a separate drink compartment and secret pocket for notes. Great for daycare and school, and unlike licensed lunch boxes, kids never outgrow its timeless good looks. Imported. A One Step Ahead Exclusive! Personalize it for just $5 more. Price $16.95 available in navy and pink