The first day of school is a very special and exciting occasion for the whole family. Probably the most important thing is the school cone that the school child proudly presents on the first day of school. If this is the first school child in the family, the question probably arises: What goes into the sugar bag? Are there rules according to which you can pack the sugar bag correctly?
It's not just the contents of the school bag that are important (it should consist of useful but also fun things). What many people don't think about is that these should also be distributed correctly. Finally, the school cone is a good size considering the size of the child and should be easy to balance.
What can you put in your school bag?
Need some ideas for school cone filling? Well, you probably know that sweets should be included, as well as a few things that will be useful for the upcoming school season. But one or two toys or accessories shouldn't be missing either. What do you usually put in the school bag?
What goes into a school bag for school?
- Colored pencils, pencils, fountain pens
- Federmäppchen
- Compass, ruler or a set with triangle etc.
- scissors, glue
- Discolored
It is better to avoid booklets as they would have to be rolled up, which would cause them to deform. They can also tear.
What can I put in the school bag as additional accessories for school:
- Lunch box and drinking bottle
- Sticker
What belongs in the school bag for leisure and fun:
- diary
- Jump sail
- Accessories for the bike (bell, horn, bike computer)
- Hair accessories for girls
- Toy car or figures for boys
- Sweets of any kind
- healthy treats like dried fruits
- surprise egg
- Lucky charm
- Keychain
- Doll or plush toy (the school cone with a cuddly toy on top is very popular)
Pack the sugar bag correctly: This is how you arrange everything
Simply throwing everything in would not be a good idea. Take the time to organize and sort all the gifts you have prepared. So you can pack them into the sugar bag according to a practical system. What is the best way to fill the school bag? This guide would be helpful:
The top comes first
In this somewhat trickier area, it's best to add narrower items in combination with smaller things that additionally secure the narrow ones in the bag. In this way, you not only make efficient use of the little space there. If you grip the tip of the sugar cone correctly, you will also ensure that it becomes more stable and does not bend when you carry it around or put it down. What could go in there? Here are a few ideas for the contents of the school cone:
- Lineal
- umbrella
- a pack of Mentos, Toblerone or similar
- narrow case/pencil case
- Brush set
- Glue stick
- rolled up rain cape or rain cover for the folder
The wider areas of the bag
Larger objects go in the upper area, but not necessarily (only) heavier ones. Try to distribute the weights evenly so that the child can maintain balance. If the sugar cone is too heavy at the top, it will automatically tip over and over to the side and soft objects further down can be crushed.
With these larger objects there are always gaps that need to be filled, as explained below:
Pack the sugar bag correctly – small items to fill
To make good use of the little space and also to maintain a certain stability, fill small holes between the individual gifts with small things. Unpacking is of course particularly fun when numerous little things suddenly roll out when you pour it out. What can you use to fill open spaces and gaps?
- small chocolates
- Murmur
- Flummy
- glucose
- lollipop
- Rubber toys in small packaging
- small school utensils such as erasers, sharpeners, clip-on figures for pencils
- Hair ties and clips
Other important tips to make the sugar cone perfect
- Do not overfill the bag.Of course, you want to utilize the space and fit as much in as possible. But don't forget that your child still has to carry it and there is also a risk that the paper will tear due to the weight. A lot is possible, but at least the objects shouldn't be too heavy.
- Make unpacking even more exciting.You can also wrap some of the larger gifts in the sugar bag in wrapping paper to make unwrapping them even more fun and the surprise even greater.
- Tie the school bag tightly.So that even small, loose things don't fall out of the packed sugar bag when you're carrying it around, it should be tied at the top. If paper is attached for sealing, be careful not to tear it. If you have yourMake your own sugar cone, you can also use sturdier fabric instead.
- Be prepared for any weather.Of course everyone wants sunshine for the very first day of school. But rain is just as likely. Therefore, prepare rain protection. This can be a simple plastic bag, but also a rain cape or an umbrella.
When will the school bag be unpacked?
At the start of school, the school bag is given to the child, that is actually clear. But when can the child, bursting with curiosity, finally open them and browse? It is usually unpacked after the first day of school, i.e. when the child comes home from school.
For a few gift ideas for starting school, take a lookover here.
