Fallin' for Back-to-School Buys for Boys!

The 2011 Fall buying season has arrived, and retailers hoping to make the grade are diligently studying the selection of back-to-school necessities for boys. Even the most tenured retailer will tell you that the choices can be overwhelming! Thankfully, The Giggle Guide^® is an open book on A+ buys for the little guys on campus. From the latest lunch gear and book bags to hip and happenin’ clothes, our curriculum highlights first-rate finds that pass both parents’ and kids’ criteria with flying colors! So sharpen your No. 2 pencil and take note of these exemplary products from Kids Konserve, Beatrix, Knuckleheads, and Wonderboy.

Never Waste Food with Kids Konserve

Lynn Julian and Chance Claxton launched Kids Konserve to help dramatically cut down on Earth’s ever-growing garbage pile. As environmentally concerned parents, they designed a line of waste-free lunch kits and other reusable products that are fun, functional, non-toxic, convenient and easy to use.

The eco-chic collection features stylish graphics and clean lines. Parents and kids can choose from cool lunch sacks, stainless steel food containers with lids, thermoses, food “kozys” to wrap sandwiches and snacks instead of wasteful baggies or foil, stainless steel beverage containers and even reusable napkins.

All Kids Konserve products are tested in an accredited lab so parents can be absolutely confident of their safety.

Kids Konserve donates a percentage of each sale back to any school that takes on their Waste-free Challenge. Kids Konserve waste-free products are sold to families and staff at school, and 20% of the proceeds go right back to the school. So while the school is earning money to help meet their needs, families are learning about the need to reuse and recycle. Kids Konserve also offers custom stainless steel bottles for sale by schools, teams, and community organizations to raise needed funds.

To see all the products available, check out the full menu at www.kidskonserve.com

Beatrix Packs a Creative Lunch

A sense of style and tons of fun –– that’s what Beatrix of New York majors in! From colorful backpacks and lunch boxes to whimsical wheelie bags, there’ll be no more of that plain ol’ brown and green for Beatrix boys!

It’s clear the Beatrix product line is the brainchild of two very creative people who speak to a child’s sense of whimsy and fun. Stylish designs offer cool alternatives to the boring bags boys are used to dragging around. Parents will appreciate the sturdy construction and long-lasting fabrics of Beatrix products. All are easy to clean and are made with safe, non-toxic components.

Lunch boxes are machine washable, durable, and easy to clean. Eco-packs are made from recycled water bottles (kids think that’s WAY cool). Little kid and big kid backpacks are PVC, lead, and phthalate free, and feature padded shoulder straps for comfort. Sturdy wheelie bags feature Makuun Forest creatures and sport an adjustable handle so they’re just right for any size traveler. Drinking bottles are made from 100% food grade stainless steel, topped with a spillproof spout.

Back-to-school sales are in the bag with tasty products from www.beatrixny.com

Knuckleheads? It’s a No Brainer for Boys Apparel

Since 2004, Knuckleheads Clothing has been outfitting boys in clothing they WANT to wear. Who says you can’t combine fun and style with high-quality boys’ clothes? Knuckleheads gets design inspiration from sub cultures like rockabilly and skater crowds, with a healthy dose of vintage for timeless style. This family business focuses on what kids like and wear, and they know how to make clothing that’s durable, fun and appealing.

The Knuckleheads line includes everything from baby gear to outfits for little and big boys, to hats, belts and bibs. Everything has a funky flair and just slightly off-kilter look that generates attention and sales. Tees, pants, and hoodies from Knuckleheads fit right in for a boy’s back-to-school wardrobe.

Knuckleheads’ factory has joined the ICTI CARE Process to help solve major social issues that face the world today. The ICTI CARE Process is an initiative of the International Council of Toy Industries, whose purpose is to ensure fair labor treatment and safe working conditions. As a member of the CARE program, Knuckleheads’ factory emphasizes environmental concerns, fair and lawful employment and workplace safety.

It’s a no brainer! See Knuckleheads’ look books at www.knuckleheadsclothing.com

Wonderboy Writes a New Chapter in Boyswear

There was a time when boys’ back-to-school-clothing was oh-so-BORING. Remember those drab colors and boxy styles? Remember when there were hardly any options for boyswear? Thankfully, Wonderboy doesn’t play by those old-fashioned rules.

Wonderboy knows boys want their own individual style, just like girls do. Boys want to be cool, and what they wear is one way to show it. Known for their attention to detail, double-seam stitching, premium fabrics and unique color palettes, Wonderboy offers an exciting line of back-to-school clothes boys and parents will love. Wonderboy clothes are hip and tailored, and versatile for school or more formal occasions. Never dull.

Since 2004, Wonderboy has offered a line for boys 6 months to 10 years, including graphic tees, unique polos and henleys, cool button-front and western-style shirts, jeans, shorts and outerwear. Fit is true to size. All products are made in the USA and designed with the funky-cool factor boys want, plus the durability and quality parents are after. With Wonderboy, there’s no reason for boys not to sport their own personal style in and out of class!

Gaze in wonder at the full line of this top-notch clothing for boys at www.wonderboyclothing.com