Smash Lunch Boxes

I have been putting off the whole “Back to School” thing until Christmas had passed. It seems I can only deal with one drama at a time. So for the next few weeks expect a few more posts about the woes of back to School time. This is not a paid advertisement but I did recieve a lunch box of choice to test and review.

Today I am sharing with you the new range of Smash lunch boxes. Apart from the funky new designs the new range of lunch boxes come with an Anti-bacterial lining. Now any parent who has found a lunch box on a Sunday night still filled with Friday’s lunch will appreciate the importance of knowing it’s anti bacterial layer makes it easy to clean out.

This year Smash is launching Blue IQ Antibacterial Lining in all of their insulated lunch bags. It is a smart antimicrobial lining that inhibits the growth of uncontrolled bacteria, mould and mildew that can come through normal cleaning. Its wipe-clean formula helps reduce smells and stains and helps your lunchbox last longer. by Smash

My daughter 9 chose the Dream , Sparkle, Shine Duffle bag. It looks like a handbag so is very cute and practical too. Her existing lunch box does sit sideways in it, but that shouldn’t be an issue unless I send soup (which I don’t). She informed me It also fits nicely on her bike handles but I am not sure where she is biking too with just her lunch bag.

My son 7 went for the bag with spiders Double decker Cold box. This has two separate compartments which means I can allocate his morning tea and lunch in their own compartment so no “special” treats will be eaten before his savory food. Yes, I know he can just open the “treat” side first, but let me believe he is a sensible boy who will do as mummy suggests for his health.

But wait there is more… If you think this range is cute wait till you see the Adults range.

All Smash products are high quality, BPA free, feature Blue IQ Antibacterial lining and are tested to meet all European and USDA Food Safety Standards.

Stockists: Smash Lunch Bags are available at Coles, Big W, Woolworths, Officeworks and Target, available for Back to School from January 1 2017. Products, colours and sizes may vary by retailer. Only available while Stocks Last.

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My daughter is 16 and one of her favorite things to do on school breaks is watch The Great British Bake Off. It’s such a soothing show, as well as being creative and fun, and it’s low stakes enough that it isn’t stressful, which is just the thing you need when you’re on a break from school.

If you don’t have an oven or want to do your own real Bake Off challenges, this baking show inspired drawing challenge from Frugal Fun for Boys and Girls is a great alternative. This works best if you have a group of kids to play, but you could also do it along with a child at home.

The post includes a bunch of different “baking” challenges for kids to draw. As an example: “Draw a dozen delicious doughnuts! Be sure to include at least two different flavors of icing. Challenge yourself to think of as many creative toppings as you can.”

Give them a set amount of time (maybe 10-15 minutes) to draw their creations based on the prompt. Then have each child present their creation, explaining what they chose to draw and why (and what the different flavors are if it’s not obvious).

There doesn’t have to be a winner, but kids can vote on their favorites or you can “award” things like most colorful, tallest creation, etc. Sarah suggests if doing this with little kids you can come up with an award for everyone, but there need not be prizes involved.

With older kids you might do a couple of rounds and pick winners so that you can have a “star baker” just like in the show.

This is a game that would be a lot of fun for kids of different ages, and you can do it multiple times with the different prompts.

Get all the details and the challenge cards from Frugal Fun for Boys and Girls.

[Photo: Frugal Fun for Boys and Girls]

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