beyond the basics

These back-to-school products will add a little pep to your step.

globe gallery 1canoe2 decorative globes

$19.97

These 8-inch-tall globes feature cute, creative designs and are guaranteed to brighten up any bedroom or dorm room. consumercrafts.com decorative dry erase boards

$14.97 (14x14 or 17x22)

Use these boards to stay organized and on task, all with a pop of color! consumercrafts.com

Whi Er Sni Ers

backpack clips

($7.99 each)

These cuddly backpack clips are sure to be attention grabbers! With scents like root beer fl oat, apple pie, mixed fruit and even pizza, there’s a scent for everyone. whiffersniffers.com

Bentology Bento Kits

($29.99-$34.99)

A little of this, and a little of that. Send your little to school with a well-rounded and cuteto-boot lunch! Now that’s creative portion control! bentology.com bento jars

(11oz-14oz, $14.99$16.99)

Double walled and vacuum sealed, these gems will keep hot food hot for six hours and cold food cold for four hours. Say hello to a whole new level of school lunch ideas! bentology.com sandwich cutters

($1.99 each at Target, 4 packs, $11.99 on Amazon)

Elephant, star, dinosaur, butterfl y. What do you want your sandwich to look like today? bentology.com mini backpack by 7am prices vary

This awardwinning vegan and crueltyfree accessory company has done it again with these super-stylish, super-comfy carryalls. 7amenfant.com