Most Parents are already starting to buy their kids back to school clothes and supplies! It won’t be long before the buses start running and lunches will need to be made. Time to begin considering good options for your little ones. Below are four new products I’ve had the privilege of reviewing. All are very good products and will benefit children.

v Skip Hop Zoo Packs:

The Zoo Pack is the little kid backpack where “fun meets function!” Whimsical details and durable materials make this the perfect on-the-go pack for kid’s on-the-go! Not only are these hot new bags the latest trend around elementary schools, but they are also just so cute and adorable! The Zoo Packs come in a variety of styles from a bee, dog and elephant, to a frog, penguin and zebra. They feature a roomy main compartment, an insulated pouch for snacks, an adjustable mesh water bottle pocket, padded adjustable comfy straps, a write-on nametag inside, an easy to clean lining, and are BPA and Phthalate free. Retailing for around $20, they are available for purchase online at www.skiphop.com and in stores at Sears, Target, Toys-R-Us, and Nordstrom.

v LiceGuard’s Robi Comb:

As back to school time approaches, so does the head lice boom. Lice, the ultimate creepy crawler, will find its way onto millions of children’s heads this fall. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recently reported that an estimated 6 million to 12 million infestations occur each year among children 3 to 11 years of age. However, with the recent increase in head lice breakouts this past year, it’s imperative that all parents be prepared to tackle this common nuisance. The Robi Comb is a non-invasive electronic lice comb powered by a single AA battery that detects and destroys lice on contact simply by combing it through dry hair. When the Robi Comb’s metal teeth touch lice, the lice get zapped, die and then get combed away. Unlike traditional lice treatments (shampoos, gels, oils, etc), the Robi Comb does NOT use any toxic chemicals or pesticides and can be used as often as you like and repeatedly by the entire family; no rubber gloves necessary! The Robi Comb lets you know by an audible signal whether or not head lice are present, so it can be used to detect an infestation as well as treat it. In fact, many school nurses are now using the Robi Comb for exactly that reason. School nurses report that Robi Comb is able to find lice which they have missed when checking visually. More than 3,000 school districts in all 50 states are now currently using the Robi Comb. This innovative product is available for purchase for $29.99 at major retailers such as Walgreens, CVS and Rite Aid, as well as thousands of local pharmacies across the nation.

v EMTEC Animal Series USB Flash Drive:

Kids these days are so high tech; with digital text books and internet based homework assignments, it’s tough for some parents to keep up! To ensure your child’s homework and digital assignments get to class on time, the Animal Series USB Flash Drive from EMTECH is a cute and fun way to protect your files. These nifty devices feature a set of charming rubber animal characters; the “Zoo” includes a Panda, Brown Bear, Mouse and Panther, the “Aquarium” includes a Penguin, Dolphin, Sea Turtle and Clownfish and the newest set “The Farm” features a Cow, Pig, Chicken and Bunny. The EMTEC Animal Flash Drive is available in 3 storage capacities: 2GB, 4GB and 8GB. Simply plug the flash drive into your computer’s USB port and the computer will automatically detect the device. Compatible with most Windows, Mac and Linux Operating Systems. Plug-and-play in Windows 2000, XP, Vista and 7. Compatible with all USB 1.1 and USB 2.0 devices. They retail for around $13 and can be purchased at Staples, Office Depot, Barnes & Noble and online at Amazon.com.

v CamelBak Groove Bottle with Filter:

CamelBak Groove Bottle with Filter is one of the hottest trends today. Now your children can keep themselves hydrated in class with fresh and clean, instantly filtered tap water! The CamelBak Groove employs Bite Valve technology – simply bite it slightly and sip as you would out of a straw. A recent study by Pepperdine University revealed that people who drink from CamelBak Bottles drink up to 24% more water than people who drink from other reusable bottles or plastic disposable bottles. So The CamelBak Groove is so easy to drink from that it can help you be better hydrated. This bottle is certified to reduce Chlorine, Taste and Odor. Chlorine is the leading cause of foul smelling and tasting water. When changed as directed, the Fresh Filter reduces more than 90% of Chlorine, far surpassing the NSF reduction requirement. NSF is an internationally recognized, independent testing agency. NSF certifies the performance and safety of water-related products by validating reduction claims and auditing the manufacturing process and the materials used. CamelBak sought NSF Certification because NSF is the leading authority to validate reduction claims. The NSF logo on a product confirms that NSF has assessed and certified the product’s conformity with relevant NSF / ANSI standards. In order to earn the right to use the NSF mark, CamelBak met stringent evaluations and continues to allow NSF to conduct periodic unannounced testing and inspections of our facilities to ensure ongoing compliance. The CamelBak Groove retails for about $25 and is available at Vitamin Shoppe, EMS and online at Amazon.com.

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