Miss Bindergarten Gets Ready for Kindergarten By Joseph Slate Prep tykes for that first day of Big School. $6.99, amazon.com
Kid-Friendly Planners Gap Get organized with these durable planners, available in cool, bright colors. $15.00 each, Gap stores
Speaking Homework Wiz Franklin This talking dictionary will help kids define, learn and write new words, by spelling them out in cursive and in print. It’s not all business. There are also fun games and flashcards. $49.95, franklin.com
Puddle Stompers L.L. Bean Sick of boring yellow raingear? Toes stay toasty with these cute rain boots. $22 lined, 1-800-809-7057. Live in a warmer clime? Go with unlined boots, $16.
Clikits Trendy Totes Tangerine LEGO Make your own style statement with this customizable purse. And it’s big enough to hold back-to-school essentials. $14.99, lego.com
Kim Possible Lunchbox This best-selling soft, insulated lunchbox is just plain adorable. $15.25, lunchboxes.com
