Back to School is Getting Closer

Posted by Tamiko Nicholson Aug 17, 2009

The sun is mellowing out and leaves are already starting to fall from some of the trees...September is just a hop, skip and a jump away and so is the time to head back to school. Families are trying to squeeze out the last bit of summer fun as the end of August nears. It's also a busy time with running around and getting school supplies and clothes ready for the new school year. Taking stock of what is left over from last year and what has to be bought new for this one. It's always shocking to me how much my kids grow over a summer. They seem to sprout inches over the summer, like mini Incredible Hulks trying to fit into last fall's outfits. There is anxiety and excitment about what this school year will bring for kids and parents, but bring it on! Ready or not, here we come school!

Here are some tips on eco-friendly clothes shopping, going green with school supplies, green ideas for school lunches and adding some fun and love to lunches for you and your kids!