August/September 2017 www.womanthismonth.com PEOPLE | interview 80 The countdown to resuming classes has begun. It’s the time when mums and dads review the calendar to check just how many carefree days remain. Or, for that matter, to badger the brain for ways to keep youngsters constructively busy. Parents and children experience mixed emotions as they bustle about in preparation for the new academic term. While excitement to return to the classrooms is palpable, there are also butterflies in the stomach in anticipation of how the year will unfold. School supplies, personal essentials and crisp new uniforms need to be bought. Now’s the time to make your lists and check them twice – so you and your kids are in the right frame of mind on the first day of school. U IS FOR UNIFORM The uniform imparts a sense of pride and belonging towards the school community. Children must be encouraged to wear theirs with pride to instill discipline and the importance of good grooming for a lifetime. Marks & Spencer has a great stock of school attire. Box-pleated skirts, blouses, pinafores, hooded sweatshirts, joggers and cardigans are up for grabs for girls. Boys’ school wear includes trousers, shorts, cotton-rich shirts and jumpers. Cooler climes will be upon us before we know it, so it might be a good idea to source winter staples for little ones while you’re at it. SHOW OFF YOUR SUPPLIES When it comes to school supplies, a single trip to Centrepoint will have all aspects on your shopping list checked. The outlets at City Centre Bahrain and at the Riffa and Muharraq branches of Oasis Mall are choc-full of school items under one roof – backpacks sporting various well-known characters and designs, matching pencil cases and snack bags as well as BPA-free lunch-time essentials. The value for money that the brand offers is a bonus. The days of summer are numbered and now’s the time to plan a smooth transition into the new school year. Follow our pointers to make it an easy one. The Return of Routine
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