Schoolbooks.ie is Ireland’s leading, largest, and favorite school book store, offering over 1,600 primary schoolbook titles. Schools can find all the main publishers’ books as well as those from smaller publishers, ensuring a comprehensive selection to meet their curriculum needs.

This coupled with fast delivery, excellent customer service, most choice and the least hassle are just some of the reasons people love to shop with Schoolbooks.ie!

Get any help needed quickly and efficiently from the Schoolbooks.ie dedicated school customer team.

By purchasing primary school books from Schoolbooks.ie, schools can enjoy the convenience of a one-stop-shop.

You can find all the necessary textbooks and supplementary materials in a single place, simplifying the procurement process and saving valuable time and effort for school administrators.

Schoolbooks.ie offers a unique service of covering books with highly durable, removable, reusable, and recyclable clear covers.

This ensures that the books remain protected throughout the academic year, reducing the need for frequent replacements and saving schools money in the long run.

Schoolbooks.ie is conscious of environmental concerns and promotes sustainable practices. Their clear covers are not only durable but also recyclable, contributing to a greener approach to school supplies.

By choosing Schoolbooks.ie, schools align themselves with a company that values sustainability and encourages responsible consumption.

Sign up with your school email and roll number and through Schoolbooks.ie’s “Submit for Review” feature, schools can browse over 5,000 products and create their own carts.

A dedicated Schoolbooks.ie School Customer staff member will then review the order and provide a quote, ensuring the best value for the school’s budget. This helps schools make informed purchasing decisions and maximise their resources.

Once signed in, you can easily download current and past invoices, track orders and re-order seamlessly.

Payments can be made by bank transfer, credit/debit card, Paypal, Apple or Google Pay or by cheque

Each school has unique requirements, and Schoolbooks.ie understands this. They can work closely with schools to tailor their orders according to specific needs, accommodating different class sizes, subject preferences, and any other special requests the school may have.

This personalised approach enhances the overall experience for schools.

Schoolbooks.ie’s website offers a user-friendly platform.

Schools can easily navigate through the extensive catalog, search for specific titles or publishers, and access detailed information about each book. The intuitive interface makes the book selection and ordering process straightforward and hassle-free.

In addition to offering books from major publishers, Schoolbooks.ie also supports smaller publishers.

By purchasing from Schoolbooks.ie, schools contribute to the growth and sustainability of the local publishing industry, fostering diversity in educational resources.

The award winning Schoolbooks.ie have been serving Irish parents and schools since 2004.

They have a proven track record of providing reliable and efficient service to parents and schools across Ireland. They understand the importance of timely deliveries and strive to ensure that schools receive their orders before the new school year starts.

Scoring 4.9 on Google reviews, let them take the hassle out of ordering for your primary school free schoolbooks scheme.

Are you looking for the best lunch box for your kids? A lunch box that little fingers can open, yet doesn’t burst in a schoolbag by mid-morning? It’s not easy to find a balance between a practical lunch box that will hold the essentials, and one that won’t take up all the space in a school bag.

The lunch boxes below were the top-rated from our parent audience. We have put links to where you can buy these, NB we get a small commission if you buy through our Amazon links.

These stylish, colourful lunch boxes from Sistema come in a range of sizes with multi compartment options to keep food and snacks separated – something to suit everyone’s lunch needs and perfect if you would like to try these 13 Brilliant Bento Box ideas for Kids.

Key Features

• BPA and phthalate free
• Dishwasher, microwave, fridge and freezer safe
• Separate compartments keep food fresh and protected

“I bought Sistema ones in Home Store + More. They are easy to get into but the lid won’t come off on its own. The water bottles are great as they don’t leak.” – Lisa

Available from Amazon.co.uk & Amazon.com and from other retailers.

Smash lunch boxes and insulated bags and bottles come in a range of colours and designs, including this cute Owl lunch box/bag and bottle.

Key Features

• PVC free with a PEVA food safe lining that can be wiped clean
• Thermal insulation to keep food warm or cool
• Padded carry handle
• Panel on back to personalise

“We got a Smash one last year in Tesco and it lasted the whole year. Easy to clean as you can put it in the washing machine.” – Rachel

“Smash are great and BPA free” – Lynda

“Smash are amazing – we used them last year and have got new ones for this year. My sons have no problem opening them either.” – Samantha

“Our boy & girl both love Smash…funky and brilliant value” – Sandra

Smash lunch boxes are available from Amazon.co.uk, & other retailers.

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The dilemma of keeping food cold through the day is solved with these lunch boxes and bags from Packit. Just fold it up and put it in the freezer, no ice packs are needed to keep food chilled.

Key Features

• BPA free
• Foldable and freezable to act like a fridge on the go
• Keeps food and drink cold on the go
• Available in different sizes and styles

Available from Amazon.co.uk, Amazon.com and other retailers.

The Polar Gear ranger has Dual Compartment Lunch Coolers offering an ideal storage solution for both lunch and snacks, providing an insulated storage solution that is able to keep food and drinks cool. And Minions fans might enjoy this Minion-themed Polar Gear lunch cooler.

Key Features

• Dual compartment to keep foods separate
• Durable easy clean fabric
• Thick insulation for better cooling and protection
• Easy cleaning reflective lining
• Distinctive colour suitable for kids and adults
• Cooling effect for up to 3 hours

“I have the Polar Gear Little Ones lunch bag for my son. I got it when I went back to work – it took all his food and bottles for the day back then and we still use it now.” – Claire

“I like the Polar Gear cool bags as they have plenty of space. I bought the Sistema ones last year, but found the compartments very shallow so couldn’t fit the likes of an apple or yoghurt pot in them.” – Tara

Available in different colours and themes from Amazon.co.uk and other retailers.

Go green and pack a Yumbox for school, play and work for mess-free lunches every time. You can pack yoghurt or hummus next to crackers with no worries – Yumbox’s unique single lid seals all food wells individually. Food won’t touch or leak outside of the box. No plastic bags or tin foil! No cling film! No lost lids! No mess!

Key Features:

• Leak-proof single lid
• Portion control
• Green design
• Dishwasher and food safe
• Child friendly and easy to open
• BPA-free and phthalates-free

“It’s super ideal for kids who like choice as the little compartments allows for different food options without having to fuss about with different boxes and lids. It also lightweight, leak proof, airtight and most importantly dishwasher safe. We have six kids and all six of them have one, even the baby for days out and running errands.” – Kellie

Available from Amazon.co.uk, Amazon.com, Earthmother.ie and other retailers.

Bentgo Kids’ Lunch Boxes come in bright colours and are designed with kids in mind,  with compartments that are perfectly sized for kids. They also have drop-proof rubber-coated edges.

Key features:

• Leak-proof technology to avoid messy lunches
• 5 practical compartments portioned perfectly for a child’s appetite (recommended for ages 3-7).
• Durable, drop-proof and sturdy design
• 2 kid-friendly latches that are easy for small hands to open and close.

Available from Amazon.co.uk, Amazon.com and other retailers.

One final suggestion! One of our parents made a great suggestion of re-using their plastic takeaway boxes. We all have them lying around, but have you ever used them for lunches?

“My kids have cute lunch bags – Hello Kitty, Angry Birds, etc – but the actual lunch boxes are the boxes our Chinese takeaways come in! They are the perfect size, easy to open, dishwasher safe, and FREE!” – Lynda

The Jansport backpack collection are incredibly durable (my son’s has lasted for years!), comfortable and practical, and are always winners with parents and kids.

There’s a good range of colours available too, so there is sure to be one to suit everyone. And once they start to get a bit grubby, just pop into the washing machine and they’ll look as good as new again!

Key Features

• Lifetime warranty
• One large main compartment
• Front utility pocket with organiser keeps essentials handy
• Straight-cut padded shoulder strap
• 2/3 padded back panel for cushioning comfort
• Web haul loop

Available from Schoolbooks.ie & other retailers worldwide.

Available in a range of colours and designs, the St. Right school bags are all made of waterproof material. They are designed fit A4 books and folders and have ergonomically designed straps and handles.

Key Features

• Comfortable, adjustable straps and ergonomic back support
• Water-resistant material
• Sponge reinforced bottom of the backpack
• 4 chambers and 2 outer pockets.
• Reflective elements

Available from Schoolbooks.ie and other retailers worldwide

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The North Face have an extensive range of school bags and backpacks in a large array of colours and designs. They are made from durable materials and the Vault range has added features perfect for school.

Key Features

• Padded laptop sleeve within main compartment
• Front elastic bungee for external storage
• Internal organisation compartment with zipped and velcro pockets
• Sternum strap with whistle buckle
• Padded straps and top handle
• Reflective tabs

Available from Amazon.co.uk & other retailers worldwide.

Quiksilver’s 1969 range of rucksacks are durable and practical, due to the large number of compartments and zippered pockets. They come in a stylish range of muted colours, and will last your growing child’s needs for many years.

Key Features

• Ergonomic, padded, adjustable shoulder straps
• Laptop sleeve
• Two main zippered compartment
• 2 side zip pockets
• Zippered front pocket

Available from Amazon UK & other retailers worldwide.

If your child is a fan of Vans footwear, then they are going to love this ultra-cool backpack. It’s hard-wearing, long-lasting and has plenty of room for all the school essentials. It can also be used as a laptop bag. It comes in lots of different colours.

Key Features

• One large main compartment
• Laptop sleeve that fits most 15″ laptops
• Front zip pocket with organizer
• Padded shoulder straps
• Capacity: 22 Liters

Available on Amazon & Vans retailers worldwide.

The HEAD 17″ backpack comes with a laptop compartment and a fleece lined mobile device pocket – perfect for school, sleepovers and trips. It comes in a range of designs, perfect for all ages.

Key Features

• 2 outside pockets – mesh
• Comes with a reinforced handle and stiff, contoured sponge back
• Straps are padded sponge and are adjustable
• Backpack has an output for headphones and an organizer with a key ring in an outside pocket
• Backpack also has reflective elements

Available on Schoolbooks.ie & other retailers worldwide.

The high quality and durable Ridge 53 Backpack is multi-functioning, making it ideal as a schoolbag, laptop bag or rucksack.

It’s got oodles of compartments and a foam back for comfort. We particularly love it for its practical waterproof raincover, which is ingenious when caught out in a shower on the way home from school.

Key Features

• Foam back panel and shoulder straps for added comfort
• Zipped pockets on both sides
• Integrated waterproof raincover
• Reinforced easy lift top handle
• Interior organiser pockets
• Secure and durable zips
• Triple stitching at all stress points
• Available in a large selection of designs to suit all tastes

Available from Schoolbooks.ie & retailers worldwide.

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Reading can take children (and adults!) on magical journeys. Through reading, children learn about people, places and events outside their own experience. They are exposed to ways of life, ideas and beliefs about the world which may be different from those which surround them. Reading lets children learn about different countries and cultures and encourages their imagination to grow.

Children naturally have vivid imaginations and reading will nurture and support their creativity. Creativity is very important for developing interests and ideas, as well as building confidence. David Walliams books are wonderful reads for kids of all ages, laugh out loud funny.

We have all heard the phrase ‘Practice makes perfect’ many times. But in this case it really does. Children who read from a young age, invariably get better at reading. This builds confidence to attempt more difficult books.

The vocabulary children gain from reading cannot be underestimated. Children will use words they have just read to understand it’s meaning in everyday life – sometimes with quite funny results. Captain Underpants is a big favourite in our house and boy we have had some funny utterances as a result.

Many children find it difficult to concentrate for long periods, hey even some adults do too! Reading encourages children to get lost in a story, thus focusing them on one task for a period of time.

In order to fully understand what is being read, a child needs to devote 100% of their attention to the words and this is how concentration is developed. One of the many benefits of reading that is appreciated in all aspects of their lives as children grow into adulthood.

My eldest has recently discovered the world of Harry Potter. The writing in the books is smaller than she is used to and they are a step up from her regular reading. But her concentration levels have definitely increased as she is so involved with the story!

We all know that a good plot and well written story will draw you into a book. But it is great characters that you can identify with that will really pull at the heart strings and make you feel empathy.

We recently watched the movie Wonder and days later in our local bookshop my 8 year old spotted a copy of the book and had to have it. He is really enjoying it and comes to ask me questions regularly about different things that happen in the book and how he feels about them.

Children will often identify with characters in books – whether it be a child who is afraid of something or who has done something brave. We all want to be the person who gets over their fears and achieve great things.

There are also characters and stories that we will have empathy for, a friend or indeed themselves may be going through a similar situation to that in the story. Sometimes this can enable them to find a solution to a problem they are having, or at least feel like they are not alone. The written word can empower them with the right vocabulary to voice concerns or thoughts to those around them.

If you read, you are never alone and have no reason to ever be bored! Hours can be spent with a good book and it can take you away from whatever is going on around you and transport you to a new world.

One of the amazing things about books and reading is the wide availability of topics on offer. There are books on every subject and topic available from libraries, bookshops and online. Why not start your child’s journey today?

Not only does literacy improve confidence in language subjects, it improves schoolwork across the board.

The obvious ones are history, geography, science where text is read and important points are picked out to be remembered. But even subjects like maths benefits from an ability to read and understand a question.

Once you have picked your STEPS Engineers Week resources, the STEPS team ask that you register your activities and involvement here.

By registering you help the STEPS team to analyse the impact of STEPS Engineers Week on young people in Ireland and you gain exclusive access to a Digital Promotional Pack and Certificate of Participation for your class.

Take the Sustainable Engineering Challenge and match the ways engineers are helping achieve the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

This activity is best suited to primary school aged children and can be found here.

Children with autism are often visual learners, and this resource was created with this in mind. Muinteoir Valerie, offers a bright and engaging resource, focusing on repetition of key words associated with engineering, matching games, and activities based on developing vocabulary.

Access and register your activity here.

Avail of 15 hands-on activities for you to get involved this STEPS Engineers Week. You can carry out one or as many activities you like! Print and copy the activity page of your choice.

Activities are best suited for primary aged children, these resources, and more, can be accessed for free here.

The STEPS team ask that you register your chosen activity here.

STEPS Engineers Week has three primary school engineering shows that teachers can screen for students in classrooms.

Streaming from Monday 6th through to Friday 10th March 2023, teachers can book into a screening of a pre-recorded fun and educational show.

The shows can be viewed on any device that normally streams videos.

Register for the shows now.

Chuir STEPS liosta de ghníomhaíochtaí le chéile do spriocluchtanna i scoileanna agus seans ann gur mhaith leat iad a chur chun feidhme. Is féidir iad a fháil anseo.

STEPS has created a list of free engineering hands-on resources for teachers that are available in Irish. Please visit the Seachtain na nInnealtóirí section of the website for more information.

For further information on how to get involved in STEPS Engineers Week 2023 visit www.engineersireland.ie/Schools/Engineers-Week/

The Engineers Ireland STEPS programme, which promotes engineering and the importance of the profession to children in Ireland, is funded by the Department of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science and industry leaders Arup, the EPA, ESB, Intel and Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII).

Our back to school word search is designed to bring a little fun to this time of year that can often cause some worry and anxiety. All you need to do is download your free word search here and print it out – that’s it. Fun, free and easy (but just in case you want to check the answers, you’ll find them here)

Is your child starting school for the first time? Or perhaps returning after a great summer break? Let our word search entertain them, while you get stuck in to all the back to school planning!

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Take a look at our tips on everything from choosing school bags and lunch boxes to uniforms and school shoes – we’ve even got you sorted with a back to school planner to help keep you organised.

If your kids are word search fans, you’ll be delighted to know that we have more FREE word searches for you to download. From Harry Potter and dinosaurs to Disney characters and places around the world, you can check out our word searches here – and they’re all FREE to download!

Book any doctor or dentist appointments and clear up any issues that may affect your child’s ability to return to school on time.

Check each child’s booklist and ensure you have everything ordered together with the stationery needs. There is nothing worse than realising the night before that they are missing an essential book or tool.

Don’t forget school bags too. Check if your child needs a new one for the coming year or if last years just needs a quick clean. You don’t want to get to back to school night and discover school bags need cleaning or don’t fit books!

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Book covering is a great resource offered by many online retailers. I have often sat on back to school night covering books wishing I had got them covered when I ordered them!

Many books have to be brought to the schoolroom on the first day and left there, so they need to be clearly labelled with the child’s name in advance. Personalised labels are a quick and easy way to label all your child’s books and belongings.

Don’t forget to label or write your child’s name with a laundry pen on all their belongings, clothes, shoes, pencil cases, coats, bags, lunch boxes, bottles etc. anything that can get left behind!

Check all the school uniforms to make sure you have everything you need. Experience tells me that getting these early is your best bet as you may not get the sizes, colours etc. you need if you leave it too late. Don’t forget the gym gear as well.

When buying your school uniform, look for items with extras as standard. For instance at M&S many of their uniform fabrics are stain resistant, water repellant and crease resistant.

You’ll also find innovative sizes and fits including Plus fit (6cm wider in the body), Slim fit (4cm narrower in the body), as well as shorter and longer lengths on trousers and skirts. And clever design features like adjustable cuffs.

This is especially for those first timers. They may be so overwhelmed on the first day that a visit shortly in advance will help demystify the venue and alleviate their fears.

Make a few double batches as you cook the week before and save and freeze the 2nd batch.

This will help you and the family get back into a routine and juggle work and homework commitments.

During those summer evenings the kids all tend to stay up later and that is fine if they can laze on in the morning. You want to avoid exhaustion and tension on back to school morning so it’s advisable to get those bedtime routines back in place a few days in advance.

If possible, for those first few days back to school, try and reschedule work travel commitments or meetings so that you can focus on the task at hand of getting the kids back and settled.

Some parents like to get a school year organiser at this time to fill in key dates and keep track of everyone’s activities and schedules.

Identify an area in your home, hallway, closet where the inevitable back packs, gym bags and coats will go. Make sure everyone knows where this is in advance and ideally give everyone a dedicated spot/coat hook!

A child’s mental ability will be determined by good, healthy food. So do your preparation for the first week back by stocking up on some healthy lunchbox fillers.

You might find these useful:

• 11 Tried and Tested Lunch Box Recipes That Kids Love
• No Sandwich Lunch Box Ideas for Kids
• 10 Not to Be Missed Lunch Box Ideas & Hacks
• 100 Healthy Lunch Box Ideas Your Kids Will Love

Start putting a morning and evening checklist together and put it on the fridge. This will help everyone know in advance what needs to be done and in what order.

This should include shoes, bags, coats etc. This will avoid any morning panics about where everything is and ensure calm is maintained.

I know it’s a chore but it will save you time and it’s one less thing to do on the first morning back.

Having a family meal together, can be a nice way to welcome the new school term. Get the kids to choose the menu, and even help you prepare the dinner.

Sitting around the table together will allow for conversation, and a chance to discuss any issues or fears about the start of term too.

I know this can be a major obstacle in most modern homes – but if you can replace that time with a family meal followed by an activity together, e.g. a board game or card game, everyone will be a whole lot calmer and get to bed on time.

Be school ready. Ideally set 2 alarms in case one doesn’t go off. The last thing you want is to sleep in on the first day back to school!

We set our alarm clocks 15 minutes early during the first few days back just to get back in the routine and not have everyone rushing and stressed.

Breakfast is one of the most important meals for the day for school kids, and skipping breakfast can set them on the wrong track.

Get organised the night before by setting out cereal bowls, chopping up some fresh fruit or prepare your ingredients for a smoothie. Have some cereal bars at the ready in case something does go wrong.

If you need some inspiration beyond the same cereal:

• 10 Quick and Healthy Breakfast Ideas That Aren’t Porridge
• 8 Delicious, Quick and Healthy Breakfast Ideas for Busy Mornings
• 10 Quick & Easy Breakfast Smoothies for Kids
• These Breakfast Berry Muffins Are Sure to Be a Hit!
• 11 of the Easiest and Most Delicious Breakfast Recipes with Eggs

It can be a stressful time going back to school, especially for the little ones. Write a little note and pop it into their lunchbox telling them how proud you are of them. It’s guaranteed to get a smile and perk up their day!

Never underestimate the value of a good hug – it does wonders for their self esteem, knowing that you are there for them, no matter what.

If you get stressed your kids will too! Take a few deep breaths and get some fresh air.

However, with your preparation done you should have avoided the majority of potential pitfalls and back to school night and day should be child’s play!

Apples, desks, teachers or even the school caretaker! Activity Village colouring pages section has a wide and varied selection of colouring topics suitable for back to school (some require sign up and membership), and also a wonderful selection of resources of colouring pages for any occasion or special event.

Twisty Noodle is a great back to school resource. Simply choose your desired colouring image. After you add your own text or header, you can then customise the font, for example change it to outline or joined if learning those skills – then print it out!

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As well as providing some familiar and useful printable images on back to school, Coloring Castle also allows you to get into the specifics like the alphabet, clock colouring, numbers and shapes.

SurfNetKids has a good selection of back to school colouring pages, covering everything from kids reading, desks and apples to teachers and back packs. It also offers other options including numbers, people, patterns, objects and related school activities – simply download and print.

As well as a selection of school colouring pages, there are also some activities, and easy puzzles available on Coloring Pages for Kids.

There are loads of school-related colouring pages and activities on Oncolouring.com, including some familiar characters like Hello Kitty, Harry Potter, Caillou, Monster High, My Little Pony, Playmobil and more. We particularly like these multiplication sheets that double as a colouring activity – you can download a sheet with the answers filled in or left blank.

Depending on what school stage your child is at, the weight of their school books can vary greatly. I often see children struggling to school with weighty bags that look bigger than them.

It is essential as they move into older classes and have more books, that their bag is ergonomically correct for the stage they are at. Check for padding around the lower back and in the straps and plenty of space for all the books they require.

Don’t be tempted to buy a bigger school bag because it will work for a few years, it is better to buy the right size school bag for the books they have now and upgrade as you go.

Fashion and styles change too and what they may like today, may not be what they want next year, so it can be a false economy to try and cover several years with one school bag!

Another way to cut down on the weight of school bags is to buy soft cover folders and notebooks rather than hard cover ones. And if the budget stretches, you could look at purchasing a second copy of some of the heavier books second hand so that your child has one set at home and one for school, so they don’t have to carry them to and from school each day.

Bear in mind when choosing the best school bag for your child that the total weight of your child’s packed school bag, should not exceed 15% of their body weight.

Two shoulder straps are best as this puts less strain on the back, shoulders and neck muscles. Be sure to adjust the shoulder straps, once your child has all their books, stationery etc in their bag, to ensure your child’s posture is at its best.

Too long and your child will lean forward. Too short and they may lean backwards, putting more strain on the shoulders and neck.

The perfect position is where the bag sits comfortably between the shoulders and in the middle of the back. Having an adjustable waist strap also helps take the strain away from the shoulders and neck and distributes the weight into the pelvis and legs.

It is best to have a large centre pocket for less heavy books and a padded pocket to the rear for a laptop, tablet or very heavy books. Along with pockets for lunch, water, stationery etc.

Ensure the weight is evenly distributed throughout the bag with heavier items placed closer to the back and less weighty items placed near the front of the bag.

This will help to balance your child and not have them being pulled backwards or forwards by the weight.

It is good if your child can walk or cycle to and from school or take the bus where possible. It fosters independence and they get time with their friends alongside getting some exercise.

Look for school bags that are waterproof or have a rain cover for days that are not so good. This will protect the items in the bag and also protect a large portion of your child’s back too!

I have purchased school bags that can be placed in the washing machine. I tend to wash them during mid-term breaks and holidays. It helps to keep them looking good and smelling fresh too!

If your child’s school bag is not machine washable, simply empty out the contents and sponge it inside and out with hot soapy water before leaving it to dry. This is also a great way of having a clear out and getting rid of non essential papers, books and items you thought were gone forever!

I don’t know about you, but on the rare occasions when I go looking for items in my children’s school bags, I find all sorts of wonders! From notes that should have been passed on, to water bottles and food pots that I presumed were long gone, there is a myriad of non essential stuff that they are ferrying too and from school daily.

From the very 1st day of their schooling, educate them to empty their school bags at least once a week and as they get into 2nd level, to only carry the books they need to and from school each day! It will really save them from potential back pain in the future.