Back to school products to the test

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No matter whether it’s your child’s first day of preschool, kindergarten or middle school, the emotion and excitement surrounding this time of year never changes.

There might even be a few tears (yours) as you send your child off to school in a few short weeks, hoping they won’t give their teacher gray hair, that they make friends easily and that they get good grades on the mounds of papers they’ll bring home.

You’ll always play a huge role in their success. That’s why this year’s back-to-school section offers practical tips and ideas you can use right now to foster their love of learning from preschool to middle school.

Click here to view a slideshow of all the back to school products we tested.

Chicago Parent Editorial Team
Chicago Parent Editorial Team
Since 1984, the Chicago Parent editorial team is trained to be the go-to source for Chicagoland families, offering a rich blend of expert advice, compelling stories, and the top local activities for kids. Renowned for their award-winning content, the team of editors and writers are dedicated to enriching family life by connecting parents with the finest resources and experiences our community has to offer.
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