Category: ***Back To School

What are the best activity books for ages 4-8? We had actual kiddos try out a bushel of activity books—mazes, puzzles, coloring and more. The best ones were challenging enough to hold a preschooler to second grader’s interest . . . without being too hard! Here are the winners!

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Need to take a stapler on the road? Or in a backpack? A mini stapler is the best solution. To find the best one, we tried out 9 models from different brands. Here are the ones that made the cut.

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What’s the best reading pillow? We surveyed the readers of our parenting books to find out their favorites for both kids and adults. We took their suggestions and then another 9 hours of research, comparing pillows on comfiness, back support and affordability. Here are the ones we’d recommend!

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What’s the best kids water bottle? To find out, we asked the experts—kids themselves! Which were easiest to use? Kept water cold? And for parents, which bottles are easiest to clean? Here are the ones we’d recommend.

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What’s the best electric pencil sharpener? To find out, we asked the readers of our parenting books (2.1 million copies in print!) for their favorites. Then we asked experts (that is, teachers) for their picks. After narrowing down the field to a dozen brands, we compared each on quality, durability and price. Here are the winners!

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What’s the best bento box for kids? To find out, we asked the experts—kids themselves! We put together a panel of our readers’ kiddos and had them try out 12 different bento boxes. Which were easiest to use? To clean? Here are the winners!

FYI: We’ve been reviewing and rating products for families, kids and the home since 1994. To keep it real, we don’t take money or freebies from the brands we review. Our work is 100% reader-supported . . . so we sincerely thank you for reading this article!