Tips for filling school bags

The unforgettable gift for the start of school

Your child has just taken their first steps and is now starting school. This milestone must be celebrated! Maybe with a family celebration or a day trip - but definitely with a school bag. But what is the best way to fill the “sugar bag”? We have tips for you that are suitable for starting school, moving to a new grade level and even for adults.

Do you still remember your school bag? It was probably almost as tall as you. Back then you were incredibly proud that you could finally hold it in your hands and at the same time curious: What sweets were in there? Can I get some toys too?

Today you can decide what goes into your little one's school bag, which is called a “sugar bag” in some parts of Germany. But how do you best do that? After all, it should be a very special starting school gift - one that your child will remember for a long time. So what can you pack in a school bag and what shouldn't be missing? Find out here.

Tip one: Toys for active kids

Sit still all day? This is a real challenge, especially for first graders. In kindergarten and at home they were able to run around and run around all the time. Now they have to sit at the school desk for many hours every day and listen carefully . Sitting and thinking is mentally exhausting, but compared to playing and moving, energy still builds up - and your child's urge to move increases.

Our tip: Make the transition from kindergarten to school easier for your child and put something in their school bag that they can use to satisfy their urge to move during the break .

Fits perfectly in the school bag...

• a small ball, a soft Frisbee or a bouncy ball . This allows your child to play alone or with friends and train their hand-eye coordination at the same time.
• a skipping or swing rope . With it, your child compensates for all the sitting and also develops their motor skills.
• a horse leash . When your son or daughter plays horse riding with their classmates during break time, it's energizing and stimulates their imagination.
• Juggling balls or towels . Even if only a ball or cloth is thrown at the beginning - with juggling balls and cloths your child can playfully train their reaction skills, fine motor skills and stamina.

All the movement will make your child sweat! Dextrose tablets with magnesium and vitamins such as Cube Sport from Dextro Energy* provide carbohydrates between game sessions and support muscle function.

Also fill the school bag with toys for outside - then your child can satisfy their urge to move during break time in the yard.

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Tip two: sweets and other treats

Something to snack on should not be missing from any school bag. Which products you choose depends on your child's taste and your diet. How about dextrose tablets, for example? They are delicious, small and compact and fit into any “sugar bag”. They are also great for sharing with new friends - and perfect for a quick supply of carbohydrates to the body .

The school material from Dextro Energy* is perfect for the start of school. Minis or dextrose cubes are also great in the school bag - and later in the pencil case or lunch box.

Are you looking for alternatives to chocolate, candies and gummy bears? We have a few suggestions - like DIY treats where you decide the ingredients and, above all, the sugar content yourself:

• Nuts are among the local superfoods and are not only delicious, but also rich in vitamins, minerals, trace elements and valuable fatty acids.
• Dried fruit naturally contains sugar, but it also contains important fiber - which keeps your digestion going.
• Whole grain cookies even taste great without any sugar if you add bananas, dates or apricots instead, for example.
• You can easily make popcorn yourself - with coconut oil, nut butter, cinnamon and maple syrup, for example. You can safely leave out refined sugar.
• Muesli bars made from dry ingredients such as oat flakes, nuts and seeds - mixed with wet ingredients such as pureed dried fruits, almond butter or agave syrup - become a delicious and healthy snack in no time. You can make them yourself or buy them.
• Energy balls are not just great for athletes - children also love the little balls made of pureed dried fruit, nut butter and seeds.

Our tip : Older siblings also appreciate a little attention. How about Iso Young Athletes? The carbohydrate-containing instant powder with sodium is especially suitable for children aged 12 and over who like to do sports and who always give full throttle when playing football, running or cycling.

Tip three: lucky charms and guardian angels

Starting school is a big step and can be overwhelming for your little one. Your child gets to know a lot of new things, people and rules in one fell swoop. The input is enormous. Now it's important that you support your sweetheart emotionally . Show him how much you love him and that you are always with him in thoughts with a lucky charm or guardian angel.

A worry-eater also fits into every school bag. Worry Eaters are plush monsters with a zipper for a mouth. Your little one can hide worries and fears in their belly – or collect feathers or chestnuts .

Speaking of collecting: Maybe it sometimes drives you crazy when your child constantly brings home new twigs and leaves. In his eyes, these things are treasures that she:he found on a journey of discovery. You can make him happy with a hand flatterer made of wood or stone that fits in every pocket and feels pleasantly smooth.

A particularly long-lasting good luck charm is a bracelet or necklace with a cloverleaf or horseshoe pendant. Your child can wear this meaningful piece of jewelry throughout school. It gives him courage and self-confidence - first when preparing for the exam and later when doing the class test or presentation.

Fill school cones: More ideas for the perfect first day of school gift

To ensure that your sweetheart's school bag is well filled at the end and contains a nice mix of sweets, toys, etc., we have even more tips for you.

For children

Would there still be room for one or two little things? You can also make your child happy with these things:

• a lunch box for a break snack
• a pendant for a school bag or key ring
• a friend book for the new classmates
• Glitter and other special pens - this makes learning to write even more fun
• a magnifying glass for little explorers
• Coloring and puzzle books for relaxation after school
• a snow globe with a photo of the family
• Soap bubbles – they always work
• a money box or treasure chest encourages you to learn to count
• Stickers to swap with friends
• Street chalk for the schoolyard

Another tip: Surprise your siblings with a mini school bag - regardless of whether they are younger or older. This is how you show your children that you love them all equally.

For adults

Whether it's studying, training or a job: a new beginning must be celebrated. This can also be done with a bottle of champagne or a visit to a restaurant - but a self-filled school cone is much more personal. Nutrition for the nerves in the form of sweets or nuts is also a must here. And everyone is also happy about a little lucky charm. Other personal ideas that are sure to be well received are:

• Cups,
• engraved ballpoint pens and
• Photos for your desk or locker.

Look forward to children's eyes shining – thanks to the perfect school cone

From toys to sweets to lucky charms: with our tips and ideas, filling the school bag becomes child's play. The result? A personal gift that your child is guaranteed to remember for many years after they start school. We wish you a lot of fun celebrating the milestone together and a great first day of school!

* contains carbohydrates

A varied, balanced diet and a healthy lifestyle are important.