July 31, 2021 Issue, Page 30 of 32

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July 31, 2021 FAMILY FEATURES Re new school year brings a chance for fresh beginnings and an opportunity to get the family organized for a smooth transition back to the classroom, Easing back into a more structured schedule after a laid-back summer may be easier than you think. From devices that make classwork simple to snack and meal ideas for busy school nights, these tips and products can help the whole family feel ready to jump back into the school year for lots of learning and fun. Find more tips for a successful school year at eLivingtoday.com, Photo courtesy of Gety images Back-to-School Basics Simple hacks for a successful year Make Weeknight Dinners Simple ‘The start of the school year is often busy, but you ean bring reliefto dinnertime with simple weeknight meals using an option like The Little Potato Company's Microwave Ready Kits, which include fresh little potatoes and a seasoning package. Available in Savory Herb, Garlic Parsley and’ Lemon & Garden Herb, they can be paired with protein for easy, kid-approved dinners that are ready in minutes with no recipe required. A Durable Device Designed for Learning Visit littlepotatoes.com Keep your kids focused on what's important this school year — leaming— with distraction-free for more weeknight devices. Students ean explore math and science with the new TI-84 Plus CE Python graphing recipe inspiration. calculator, now enhanced with the power of Python to introduce them to one ofthe fastest growing, most popular programming languages in the world. Built to withstand the demands of the classroom and available in bold colors, it can help students grasp important STEM concepts for years to come. nae To find more information, visit education.ti.com/84ce. A Winning Organization Strategy An Easy School One key DS Sto back-to-school aeati Day Meal Idea choose from the options of Mixed Make time for things that Material Cubes by ClosetMaid, matter most during back-to- which come in multiple finishes school season with a quick and size formats to match your and easy mealtime solution style and storage needs. The cube like Minute Ready to Serve organizers can accommodate microwavable cups. Ready 13-inch fabric drawers for clutter- in just 1 minute, they’re free school supply organization, available in several choices ‘or you can use them to stash a — brown rice, brown and backpack, decorate with plants wild rice, brown rice and or display books. The easy-to- quinoa, and multi-grain assemble organizers are ideal medley — and pair well for entryways, living rooms and with a variety of dishes home offices to help keep your for easy, on-the-go lunches, spaces functional and organized. snacks or dinner sides. Find more organization solutions Visit MinuteRice.com for at closetmaid.com. additional meal ideas. Start off Right with a Sturdy Backpack Nothing takes a beating over the course ofa school year quite like a backpack, So it's a good idea to start with a quality choice that stands up to some wear and tear. Look for strong seams and sturdy zippers. If your student will be transporting technology, like a tablet or laptop, be sure there’s adequate padding to protect the device. Also pay attention to pockets and built incanorganizationso tidy keep supplies yourduring student Healthy Snacking Made Simple Ganseon toon hom scheot With at least 7 grams ofoe protein in five varieties that don’t. sacrifice taste or nutrition, . healthy snacking can be easier with Chiquita Bites. These kid-friendly and parent-approved snacks are perfect for lunchboxes or as grab-and-go snacks between after-school activities. Each single-serve tray contains a bite-sized mix Photo courtesy of Gety images of sweet and savory items like fruits, cheese and pretzels. Visit freshexpress.com for more information. We know your school year €Ba bo is full of new adventures SHI ite ; and exciting events! v U iL School is a great place We are excited to learn tools for school! you can use in everyday, We will have settings! pre-packed lunches }j to make lunch Gooddh time even easier! mye cod RCI) OR TaedT __ BF ARKET: , . EXP press 7 oan PROFESSIONALS www.wosternokrealty.com 2700 W 3rd St, Elk City - 580-225-2288 (580) 323-4400 « (580) 256-5433