The Amazon Kindle is the ultimate Christmas gift this year.
Weighing in at less than 170grams, it can hold up to 1400 books which makes it the perfect travel companion. It’s great for mums and dads alike, plus it’s simple to use and has adjustable text sizes so you can read comfortably.
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The Amazon Kindle is available at Dick Smith Stores and online 24/7 at dicksmith.com.au
Recommended Retail Price $119.00. Also available in Black. 3G model also available.
Check out the Amazon Kindle Product Reviews from Mouths of Mums members below.
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I love. My kindle its saved me hundreds of dollars I did not get to review a free one I had my as a Christmas present last year . My husband brought it from dick smiths.. It was suggested by a staff member when hubby did not know what to buy.. I would of liked a purple one but it only came in black or white... The money you save on books is so good as I love to read I light .. It's so easy to charge . It fits in my hand bag.. It's easy to se I have even cook books on it.. I love my kindle and now I can have thousands of books and it makes it so easy now if I want to re read a book . No more going to the garage and sorting through boxes... If there is one thing or good readers should own is a kindle.. I know some people still like a good old fashion book so do I. But the kindle is great..
I'm loving the Kindle. I haven't used one before this, and am delighted with it. My hubby and I can both put books on it and share it when we are travelling, this will save packing 2 or 3 books each time we go on holidays. As we are book lovers we will still take a book each and share the Kindle. He reads early in the day and I'm a night owl, so it works for us. Easy to use, light and manageable, definitely get Santa to bring you one. You will be happy!
Overall, would I recommend this product to other people? YES
How do I like reading from a Kindle compared to a real book? Give me the kindle any day! I have done more reading with the kindle than I have from a book in a long time.
Would I prefer the touch version over this one? Not necessarily. You quickly get use to the different features. I think people just want the touch because they are so use to that style from their smart phones. But making the switch is no probs.
What is easier to use/hold/read from, a book or the Amazon kindle? Definitely the Amazon Kindle. So light, no funny feeling pages, no bookmarks required, no turning over the corner of pages, no books piling up on your desk, bedside table, on shelves and you can shop for a 'new book' at any time of the day or night, which is great if you are wanting a new book and the shops are closed!
Would I buy this product as a gift for someone? I definitely would. My sister is rather jealous already ;)
What did my children think? They loved it. It was something different so they were intrigued.
I won't be making the switch for the kids, as I think it's important for them to have actual books, but for something different a couple of times a week the Kindle is perfect. Would be great when travelling and reading to the kids too!
Someone call Security!.........oh Phew there it is!
I'm back already!
So, I downloaded a sample of a book, a free children's book and a full version of another book, only $2.99 so it didn't break the bank.
Left it to charge, which btw, the USER GUIDE (yes I finally read it) say NOT to use any old AC adaptor, oops!
Then when I started playing with it again it suddenly dawned me, SECURITY SECURITY SECURITY. I am a freak when it comes to security and I HATED entering payment details into my Amazon account, which btw you have to have set up even if you are downloading free content. Prior I thought, oh well, once you download a book remove the details until you are ready to purchase again, but then I thought okay, it's time to read the User Guide Amy! and that is where I discovered that it does in fact allow you to see a passcode, PHEW! (this is not only to protect my money from baddies, but also to prevent my children downloading any old book lol)
So now that I Have that sorted I can stop worrying and go to bed ;) hahaha
ps My even more security conscious husband said "Maybe you can get a debit card and just transfer a small amount over that way if someone got a hold of it, they don't have access to your entire bank account". I might visit the bank tomorrow.......any excuse to go to the shops right ? Oooh and I can 'fit out' my Kindle at the same time.
Guess what I picked up from the post office today. The amazing Amazon Kindle wi-fi to review for MOM and Dick Smith. Thank you for choosing me!
Is it a female thing to want to 'fit it out' the moment I have it in my hot little hands? Pity it's 8.25pm and the shops close soon, darn! Though I could satisfy my urge to online shop, but then I would have to wait lol though it does make me wonder how long/short delivery is through Dick Smith. Hmmm I may have to go take a peek.
First thoughts when I picked it up, it's oh so light and really does fit into the palm of your hand.. Love the way it is packaged and if you were giving one as a gift you wouldn't need gift wrap, just a gorgeous silver bow to match the kindle wording on the box and you're done!
Me being me, I decided to give it a go without looking up the online tutorial to truly see how user friendly it is. By the way, during the setup it will ask you to log into your existing Amazon account if you have one, or setup a new one etc and once you have chosen an option and logged in, you automatically get sent an email that links you through to 'Learn how to get started and discover what your Kindle can do! ' Handy!
Now big tip here, make sure you remember your Wi-fi password when setting it up. Because this isn't a touch screen, if you are feeling a bit tired like I am, you may get sick of constantly entering your password if you continue to get it wrong like me lol. Not sure why it took me until my sixth attempt to finally look it up on my pc lol.
So I'm all connected and now trying to decide whether to purchase an e-book or download a freebie, so I put the call out on facebook to see what others have suggested. Meanwhile I am browsing the free seletions and I suddenly thought, hmm how do I turn the page to continue going through the list (No, I have never used one before) so as you do with gadgets you look all over the outside of it to see what you can find, aaah more buttons, on the sides to TURN PAGES ;)
I think I might call it a night and go and play around with it some more.
Wow mum's and Dad's how cool is that either for your kids of for your self , no need to go to the library , you have got it all in one , a wicked and great gift for anyone, dam I wish I had one
My kindle goes every where with me it's easy to charge. The charge last a long time. . It's light weight . I can store thousands of books .. My favourite being cook books .. Books are at a fraction of the cost ... You can change your print size. . So a fine print you can make into a large print . Yes I love my kindle as I do not drive I always use public transport so I always have a book with me.
I have now been using the kindle for several days and I love it. I have used it while waiting for appointments and on public transport to and from work. My oldest son is learning to read and he seems to enjoy using it. Overall I am very happy with the kindle and have already recommended it to a couple of my friends who I share books with.
I was delighted to be picked to review this product. I am a mad book reader and have been contemplating buying a kindle for the last few months. My friend has one and loves it. I have found the kindle easy to use and the charge lasts a surprisingly long time. It is much easier to read from the kindle than with a book in bed, which I do every night. I can get quite bad headaches from looking at computer screens but I have not had this problem with the kindle. I have just started to download a couple of books and it was very easy. I will report back once I have used it for a few more days. My only negative point is the lack of touch screens.
I was given a Kindle by a generous husband who thought that I would get some use out of it as I read a lot of books and he thought it would be convenient, I think he was upsold at the store, I believe that for many people it is fantastic especially if commuting on public transport, and not having shelves of books around would be good, but I like the old fashioned book, and I find that I spend a lot of time looking at a laptop during the day anyway so it is nice to have a rest from a screen and read a book. So I do not use it. I have It charged and I can use it if I go out, I take it with me if we have medical appointments, especially if they are likely to last hours, and it is handy for that reason but for around home I like to give my eyes a change and use a real book.
Wow mum's and Dad's how cool is that either for your kids of for your self , no need to go to the library , you have got it all in one , a wicked and great gift for anyone, dam I wish I had one
The kindle is a lot different to what I was expecting it to be. It is very tiny and light weight, wouldn't even notice it in your bag. The screen is so clear that it almost looks like an actual page of a book.
Was easy to buy from Dick Smith, but would have been a lot cheaper to buy from Amazon.
My kindle goes every where with me it's easy to charge. The charge last a long time. . It's light weight . I can store thousands of books .. My favourite being cook books .. Books are at a fraction of the cost ... You can change your print size. . So a fine print you can make into a large print . Yes I love my kindle as I do not drive I always use public transport so I always have a book with me.
I love. My kindle its saved me hundreds of dollars I did not get to review a free one I had my as a Christmas present last year . My husband brought it from dick smiths.. It was suggested by a staff member when hubby did not know what to buy.. I would of liked a purple one but it only came in black or white... The money you save on books is so good as I love to read I light .. It's so easy to charge . It fits in my hand bag.. It's easy to se I have even cook books on it.. I love my kindle and now I can have thousands of books and it makes it so easy now if I want to re read a book . No more going to the garage and sorting through boxes... If there is one thing or good readers should own is a kindle.. I know some people still like a good old fashion book so do I. But the kindle is great..
I am not a big fan of the kindle and find i have alot of trouble finding my way around it. I use apple products and do believe them easier and cheaper with their apps. My kids love playing with the Kindle but always switch to the apple as well. I guess it is what your used to and what you dont mind paying for
I actually bought a kindle for my Mum for Christmas. Dick Smith had the best price and range of accessories to match. Mum has downloaded some great reads and has included children classics for the Grandies to read. Would definitely recommend paying a bit more and getting the 3G Wi-Fi model so that you can downloadbooks anywhere.
The kindle is a great product I love it I'm a massive reader so is my husband we have a very large book collection. Reading on the kindle is so much easer it's light and easy to you you can take it anywhere, my son that is 8 has just started to use it and he wants one of his own.
Having used the kindle for the last 2 weeks, i am loving it. It has so many positives that it is unbelievable. Being an avid book reader and now living in a semi remote area this has been an absolute blessing of a a review for me to do. I always get things for Hubby and Son and always forget about myself... as most mums do, so i was glad to be able to review this as it was selfishly all for me.
I read every spare chance i get, which is really not that much these days with a very active 2 year old and with my darling husband working away... but i grab every opportunity I can for a "little bit of me" time.
I love to look up words that I don't totally understand but with a paper book i have to put the book down, which generally makes me loose my spot as master 2 grabs the book, then i have to get the dictionary and answer all the what you doing mummy questions... which of course i do explain... but with the kindle you can highlight the word you want to know more about and it gives you the definition... fantastic.
Although its not exactly Christmas at least i know i got a present this year and what a present it is. With hubby working away right up until chrissy im sure he wont get to the shops, which is fine and i totally understand... so thank MOM and Dick Smiths for my early present... definately no regifting this one.
I can now read those heavy heavy books that i love so much in bed in comfort without having to reposition myself a million times as you get the sore arms going..
Its lightweght, fits into my handbag, i can take it anywhere, the battery life is brilliant.. i have only charged it once in the two weeks and have been reading for about 15 hours on and off in total over the last couple of weeks.
What was i thinking not getting one of these for myself sooner.
All i have to do now is find out if we can get the Australian newspapers on it, then both Hubby and I are set.
Living where we live it is not just a quick duck into the shops to get that book or get the paper... now all i have to do is set my phone to wifi hotspot (amazing it works) and download a new book. I can even add them to my wish list so i have a reading list ready to go next time im up for a new read. There are also a number of free books out there to try and a lot of other books that you can not get in the shops.
I highly recommend this product to any avid reader.
I'm loving the Kindle. I haven't used one before this, and am delighted with it. My hubby and I can both put books on it and share it when we are travelling, this will save packing 2 or 3 books each time we go on holidays. As we are book lovers we will still take a book each and share the Kindle. He reads early in the day and I'm a night owl, so it works for us. Easy to use, light and manageable, definitely get Santa to bring you one. You will be happy!
Anywhere anytime making reading accessable to everyone
i am not a huge book fan but love the kindle and the fact it is easy to use. My husband has claimed it for himself and he is now reading more than he ever did. we have been reading to our daughter and she is loving the types of books available. It is light and compact and can be taken anywhere.
I was very excited to receive the Kindle and wasn't disappointed when it arrived.
I really enjoyed having a play with it and found the set up and the navigation was very easy and user friendly. The Kindle was very compact, fitted nicely into one hand and I loved that I could turn the pages on either side of the device. I have read more since having the Kindle than I have in the past few months. It was a really nice change from reading books on my iphone & ipod, it felt much more like reading an actual book.
Once my seven year old got hold of the Kindle I pretty much didn't see it again. She loved it so much she read 5 books in two days and carried it everywhere with her. I am thinking of buying her one for Christmas as it means she only has to pack the Kindle not the usual dozen books she carts away with us! I also love that there are so many free or cheap books which you can receive instantly as I can actually keep up with how quickly she devours books.
My 2 younger children also enjoyed reading stories on the Kindle, even though the books aren't in colour, they insisted on having story after story read to them.
All 3 of the kids had figured out how to use it within minutes of having it in their hands.
I do recommend buying a case/screen protector etc as one of the first things my kids did was cart it around and inevitably they dropped it, the Kindle was fine but not sure how much rough play it will take.
As the kids are asleep I am going to sneak off to bed and do some reading while I have the chance.
Overall, would I recommend this product to other people? YES
How do I like reading from a Kindle compared to a real book? Give me the kindle any day! I have done more reading with the kindle than I have from a book in a long time.
Would I prefer the touch version over this one? Not necessarily. You quickly get use to the different features. I think people just want the touch because they are so use to that style from their smart phones. But making the switch is no probs.
What is easier to use/hold/read from, a book or the Amazon kindle? Definitely the Amazon Kindle. So light, no funny feeling pages, no bookmarks required, no turning over the corner of pages, no books piling up on your desk, bedside table, on shelves and you can shop for a 'new book' at any time of the day or night, which is great if you are wanting a new book and the shops are closed!
Would I buy this product as a gift for someone? I definitely would. My sister is rather jealous already ;)
I have now been using the kindle for several days and I love it. I have used it while waiting for appointments and on public transport to and from work. My oldest son is learning to read and he seems to enjoy using it. Overall I am very happy with the kindle and have already recommended it to a couple of my friends who I share books with.
What did my children think? They loved it. It was something different so they were intrigued.
I won't be making the switch for the kids, as I think it's important for them to have actual books, but for something different a couple of times a week the Kindle is perfect. Would be great when travelling and reading to the kids too!
The Heaviest of Heaviest Book... NO PROBLEM NOW!!! :-)
So i downloaded Bryce Cortenay's Brother Fish. I have had this book in the traditional book form for a while now.. in the Hard Cover form. Whilst i love books, this one is HUGE and now with a little one the only time I really get to read is in bed of a night time. With the Kindle it is so very light and so very compact it made reading this book a breeze... I started it from the start again and stayed up for a long time last night reading in bed, pure bliss.
It was so easy to read, no sore arms, no readjusting myself to suit the heaviness of the book, i could just lie back and click a button to turn the page.
What an awesome product... why didn't i get one sooner. Ohhhhh thats right I am a mum and always forget about my self... :-) Thank MOm and Dick Smith, im keeping this one all to myself.
I was excited to use the Amazon Kindle. I am an avid book lover. I am a also a traditionalist and love the feel, smell and really enjoy the tactile experience as well as the imaginary one when reading a book. Unfortunately I was not blown away by the product.
The packaging is brilliant and makes you feel like you've got something really expensive. The actual Kindle looks great too, it's a simple, stylish colour and is really light.
Unfortunately after having a play and then reading the user guide I felt sick and had a headache. So this isn't a product I would personally use. My husband on the other hand is thrilled and has claimed it for his own as he has no issues reading from it and thinks it is brilliant.
I think it is a little expensive to purchase ebooks. You can purchase an actual book for less than the price to download some of them. If I'm paying the same price for an actual book as I am for an ebook then I don't think it's great value.
Hopefully I'll be able to find some ebooks that are affordable and husband friendly so we get plenty of use out of the kindle!
Overall I think it's a great product, just not my cup of tea!!
the first thing i expected from the kindle was that it would be like a phone or a computer and have a backlight, but it dosn't and it is fantastic it really is just like a book. You have to turn on a light to read it, there is no glare and no extra strain on your eyes, so there is nothing stoping you from reading as long as you normally would. i love the fact that it has wifi which means i can sit on the couch, download a new book (which takes seconds) and start reading all while i'm still in my pjs. Also i love long novels and the quite often get wrist pain from holding them but that problem is now gone because the kindle is so light. It has a great battrey life so i dont have to worry about charging it everyday and i dont have to stress that in the middle of the best part of the book that it will die. The prices of the books on amazon are quite a bit cheeper then if you went and brought an actual book, and amazon keeps all your books stored so if you ever lose or want to upgrade your kindle you do not lose all your books.You can also burrow books and lend books to friends which i love. Overall this is a fantastic product that i will use alot. I love to read and this product will make reading even more enjoyable.
Easy to naviagate, download books and find them again!
What an amazing product! I didn't know what to expect. I easily connected to my home wifi, logged in, navigated my way around and bought some magazine subscriptions and two books. It was so easy, simple and very handy to just pop into your purse and walk out the door! I love the usb charging, which means you can really charge it anywhere. It had such easy menus, that you really couldn't go wrong. I think that it would be the perfect gift for my Mum and grandparents for Christmas - not to mention the teenage nieces and nephews! Don't think this would be suitable for children under 8 years old.
Someone call Security!.........oh Phew there it is!
I'm back already!
So, I downloaded a sample of a book, a free children's book and a full version of another book, only $2.99 so it didn't break the bank.
Left it to charge, which btw, the USER GUIDE (yes I finally read it) say NOT to use any old AC adaptor, oops!
Then when I started playing with it again it suddenly dawned me, SECURITY SECURITY SECURITY. I am a freak when it comes to security and I HATED entering payment details into my Amazon account, which btw you have to have set up even if you are downloading free content. Prior I thought, oh well, once you download a book remove the details until you are ready to purchase again, but then I thought okay, it's time to read the User Guide Amy! and that is where I discovered that it does in fact allow you to see a passcode, PHEW! (this is not only to protect my money from baddies, but also to prevent my children downloading any old book lol)
So now that I Have that sorted I can stop worrying and go to bed ;) hahaha
ps My even more security conscious husband said "Maybe you can get a debit card and just transfer a small amount over that way if someone got a hold of it, they don't have access to your entire bank account". I might visit the bank tomorrow.......any excuse to go to the shops right ? Oooh and I can 'fit out' my Kindle at the same time.
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12 Best Kids’ Lunch Boxes For School In Australia
The right lunch box helps keep little humans nourished while making life a lot easier for mums and dads! So to help you find the perfect one faster, we’ve put the best kids’ lunch boxes for school in Australia in one handy spot.
Kids’ lunch boxes have come a very long way. No longer just plastic boxes for toting treats, they’re now durable, washable, droppable and best of all, easy for kids to use. There are heaps of different styles to choose from, and if you head to the bottom of this article, you’ll find more information on what to look for, how to choose the right one for your child, and even what to put in it!
Whether you’re after a colourful lunch box to match that new drink bottle, or a machine-washable option that saves you time, there’s something in our shortlist for every type of foodie.
If you’re not sure where to start when it comes to lunch box shopping, check out our comparison table below as a handy guide. (Use the bottom slider to see all brands)
The table below is a guide only. Products are subject to changes by brands.
MontiiCo
B.Box
Frank Green Lunch Container
Yumbox
Sky Gazer
Bentgo Modern
The Somewhere Co. Mini
EcoCocoon
Bright Star Kids
Stuck On You
Country Road Elysia
OmieBox
Style
Bag
Bento
Box
Bento
Bag
Bento
Bag
Bento
Bag
Bento
Bag
Bento
Colour variations
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
Material
Fabric & aluminium lining
PP & silicone
Stainless steel & silicone
ABS, tritan & silicone
Fabric & PEVA lining
BPA-free plastic
RPET & aluminium foil lining
Stainless steel & silicone
Fabric & insulation lining
BPA-free plastic
100% cotton canvas & insulation lining
Stainless steel, plastic & silicone
Start price
$42.95
$27.95
$79.95
$49.95
$34.99
$39.95
$38
$84.95
$39.95
$54.95
$59.95
$89.95
Loved forits
Roomy size & machine washable design
Custom divider
3-in-1 design
Portion-controlled sections
Unique designs
Removable sandwich divider
Shoulder strap
Dishwasher-safe parts
Personalisation
Leak-proof silicone seal
Internal name label
Storage for hot and cold food
Mouths Of Mums Kids’ Lunch Boxes Comparison Table. (The products above are featured in our shortlist below.)
How to choose the best lunch box for school
When you’re searching for a kids’ lunch box, take the time to work out what will best suit their needs. If you make the right choice and invest in a quality one, it will last many years.
Box, bento or bag? If your child doesn’t like different foods touching, a bento lunch box is a great choice. Also, think about whether they prefer cut-up or whole fruit; a bento is better suited to cut food, while bags and boxes suit whole fruit. Bags are fantastic if you like to pack separate containers, like smaller bento or snack containers.
Freshness is a must – An insulated bag or box will keep everything cool and fresh until snack and lunchtime. But you can also get boxes that come with cold and ice packs. Remember, kids’ lunches often sit at room temperature for up to 5 or 6 hours before they’re eaten, so insulation and coolness are important. Check out how to keep school lunches safe in the heat.
Easy-to-clean design – Check if the box is dishwasher-safe, or for lunch bags, if they’re machine-washable.
Leak-proof – The last thing you want is a soggy mess at lunchtime, so if buying a hard lunch box, look for designs that are leak-proof with proper seals.
Child-friendly – Depending on your child’s motor skills and independence, you may need to start with a product that’s simple to open and close.
The right size – We tend to pack way too much in our kids’ lunches, so think about how much realistically you’ll need to pack for your child when choosing the size of their lunch box. You may also need to consider the size of their school bags.
12 Best Lunch Boxes For School Kids In Australia
Ready to get back-to-school sorted? From stainless steel gems to beautiful bentos, we’ve done all the hard work so you don’t have to. So sit back and enjoy our curated Mom Guide of the best kids’ lunch boxes for school in Australia.
These award-winning lunch bags have sold over 200,000 units – and it’s clear to see why. The interior of each large bag measures 29cm x 23.5cm x 7.5cm, making them big enough to fit multiple containers and even many popular bento boxes. Each bag comes with an ice pack for up to eight hours of cooling – and you have a massive range of designs to choose from.
Pros:
Interior name label
Fabulous large size fits everything!
Comes with an ice pack for day-long cooling
“A vote for montii co lunch boxes, lunch bags and freezer bricks (they really do stay frozen all day!!” (Megan)
“Montii lunch bags are the best and the freezer brick can stay frozen for ages I forgot one day and it was still cold after 24hrs”(Sarah)
Tired of apples not fitting in hard lunch boxes? b.box has solved this with its flexible ‘whole fruit holder’ that bends around the fruit rather than squashing it – genius! If you’re not keen on cutting up a fruit salad every day, this multi-compartment two-litre lunch box has handy homes for everything. It also comes with a gel cooler pack (a must for Aussie summer!), and it’s freezer-safe. Choose from a range of colours.
Pros:
Leak-proof silicone seal
Comes with a gel cooler pack
The square section is big enough for a regular sandwich
“B-box lunch boxes are the best…all parts come out so you can wash them super easy! So many awesome accessories available for them too!”(Kerrie)
“BBox lunch boxes are great and they fit in the large Montiico lunch bags. As someone has said, the ice brick that comes with it is amazing too”(Tash)
“I really like the B.Box lunch boxes.”(Kendal)
“Bbox is the winner in our community on repeat.”(Mums On A Budget)
Got a Frank Green fan on your hands? This is the lunch box to match their drink bottle. It comes in a gorgeous range of colours suited to all ages and uses 90% post-consumer recycled stainless steel and quality silicone lids. Monograms, bumper guards and ice bricks are all available separately.
Pros:
Leak-resistant design for mess-free travel
Comes with two microwave-safe removable containers
Customisable with your choice of bumper, ice brick and monogramming (at an additional cost)
With the option of four, five or six compartments, it’s easy to see why Yumbox Bento Lunch Boxes are such a hit with Australian kids. They feature handy, pre-measured half-cup serving compartments to help pack a healthy lunch and contain absolutely no BPA or phthalates. Pop it straight into the dishwasher on the top rack for easy cleaning.
Pros:
Top rack dishwasher-safe
Includes five half-cup sections for portion control
Sections are labelled to help parents with a balanced lunch
If your little (or not-so-little) one wants a lunch bag everyone will comment on, this is it. Available in a range of stunning designs, they come with a long and strong handle and easy-use zippers. But good looks aside, what’s winning heart about these is their capacity – they hold up to seven litres of food!
After something a bit more mature? Bentgo’s Modern lunch boxes are a great option. They have a sleek matte finish in a choice of four stylish shades, including Mint Green, Orchid, Dark Grey and Navy. Each is cleverly designed with a removable divider that allows you to choose between using three or four compartments. Even better, they are leak-proof, microwave-safe and fine to pop in the dishwasher.
Colourful and easy to carry, these bags are insulated, eco-friendly and secure. It features aluminium foil lining that keeps food fresh all day long, and it comes with top-level carry handles and a shoulder strap, which is brilliant for those days when kids have a lot to tote. Choose from a range of styles.
Pros:
Roomy and stylish
Shoulder strap makes carrying easy (and great if schoolbags are too full!)
Zip-front pocket handy for cold packs or notes from mum
Large enough for the hungriest of school kids, this stainless steel wonder has a removable silicone seal in the lid to stop thick liquids from leaking. No more soggy anything! There are five handy compartments to make sure all of the food groups are ticked off, with a large compartment perfect for sandwiches, and smaller ones for snacks.
Pros:
Dishwasher-safe
Every compartment is leak-proof
Easy to open and close (suitable for younger kids)
Practical and customisable with your child’s name, these insulated bags tick all the boxes. You have a choice of five bag colours, and from there you get to choose from a huge range of designs and fonts to personalise it! Each comes with a mesh pocket for ice bricks, a top carry handle, a secure zip closure and enough internal space to fit a medium bento box.
Pros:
Machine-washable
Internal mesh pocket for an ice brick
With their name on it, you won’t need to visit lost property!
With a leak-proof silicone seal, these colourful lunch companions keep sauces and dips right where they belong. They come with six compartments, which convert to three for easy washing on the top shelf of the dishwasher. They’re free from any nasties and customisation with your child’s name – no more lost property, yay! Choose from box colours of Matte Navy, Pink Lemonade, Dusky Blue or Seafoam Green- if you can!
Uber stylish and as roomy as can be, these contemporary bags are perfect for kids of all ages who prefer to pack several separate containers. It has a 100% cotton canvas outer, an insulated lining and comes with a super handy internal name label. Just as great for preschool as they are for high school.
Pros:
Easy-carry handle
Internal name label
Stylish design, great for kids who prefer muted shades
Finally, a kids’ lunch box that stores hot AND cold food in one place! Designed out of necessity by a problem-solving mum, the OmieBox encourages low-waste lunches and ends the need to use multiple clunky containers (which always get lost!). The spill-proof individual compartments mean no mixing of savoury and sweet, and the 280ml double-wall thermos keeps soups and pasta hot for up to six hours!
Health professionals agree that kids need a good balance of lean protein, grains, fruit and vegetables throughout the school day. Skip the processed food and try to reach for whole foods that pack a punch in the nutrient department. Here are some great ideas:
Grilled chicken or turkey wraps with fresh salad
Crackers and vegetable sticks with healthy dips like hummus
Whole-grain pasta with cherry tomatoes and your choice of cheese
Zucchini slice cut into rectangles for easy stacking in an insulated box
That lunchbox comparison table is handy to have. It helped me make a decision on which lunchbox to buy next for my daughter who is starting kindergarten. I needed to upgrade her lunchbox but wasn’t sure which way to go. The table helped me with my decision. I ended up going with the BBOX and have found a cheaper lunch bag from a department store that it fits in.
I do not know if anyone else has picked up on this or not, but every bag mentioned in the table above is a ‘designer’ brand. There are plenty of more affordable options that aren’t over $40. I have never spent that much on a lunchbox – even from Smiggle. The cheaper brands last just as well too.
Getting ready for the return to school has started to kick in so this was a timely read. We have the yum box and i love it, it is so easy for my daughter to open and close on her own. I find the lunch cooler bags also a great idea however some days depending on what else needs to go to school, they can be quite bulky to include in the school bag. I need to do some more research this year as i like the idea of being able to watch it in the washing machine, that is a clever idea.
Along with all of the other back to school products; there is also a good range of lunch boxes available for people to buy. It has been fun to see the wide range of bottles and lunch boxes that are available for the new year for school and for work.
Lunch boxes have come such a long way since my eldest was a kid, he’s now 26! There’s really a solution to everything from food heating, cooling, dividers, pockets etc etc. Lunch boxes are a real fashion accessory and so on-trend these days. I personally love the Bento lunch boxes. They save on plastic and separate different foods.
I am such a huge fan of Bento lunch boxes and Bento. Food should be so many wonderful things; including delicious, fun, colourful and nutritious too. Lunch is a favourite meal because the body is ready for some more calories and a boost of energy. Food looks so good in Bento lunch boxes.
So so many fantastic options! We use the montii co ones for our kdis and swear by it. Its lasted 3 years so far and still standing strong, like new since the first day using it. They are so durable and i find cleaning them to be the easiest for us.
There are so many great lunch box option out there indeed ! I’ve always liked the Bento style lunch boxes for my kids. It reduces the use of plastic lunch bags and packaged food which aren’t very good for the environment and it encourages to present a good variety of foods (which is not only better nutrition wise but lao to prevent our kids from getting bored with same foods all the time.
There are some really fabulous options here. So many variations of colour, shape and size. I love the bento style lunch boxes, so handy to keep food separate and eliminate the use of plastic packaging. The machine washable bags are a great idea too. They can get grubby so fast, this would be so much easier to maintain
This has gotten much easier since my kids hit high school – they have strong opinions about their lunch boxes, so I don’t have to think about it so much anymore! However, I am strongly in favor of bento style boxes regardless of their age. They’re easy to clean, easy to pack, and invite appropriate sized portions.
Great article! Our kids are so lucky, when it comes to lunchboxes, they really are spoilt for choice. There are so many to pick from. Regarding sandwiches, my eldest son, used to hate sandwiches for school lunches. It wasn’t until many years later that I discovered that he’d throw out his sandwiches in the playground bins. My son’s an adult now and he still hates sandwiches. He only likes “hot” lunches. So glad he lives on his own now and can make his own “hot” lunches just the way he likes them.
This is an extremely useful article!! 2 schppl going kids and third starting kinder soon means we are always on the lookout for lunch ideas and lunch boxes. This is a great list with features and prices listed to make the search easier and help with decision making for purchasing of the lunch boxes
This is super useful article and thank you. I can see so variety of lunch boxes from every store. Always wonder which one would be more convenient to use by little hands. I love some of these lunchboxes to give it a try for this year. And then decide to go with suitable ones
Wow, lunch boxes have really come such a long way from when I was taking a lunch box to school. Feel old, like “back in my day”, but we were lucky to have options like are available now. While I like some of these designs, I feel like they aren’t super practical.
These lunchboxes are beautiful but are they really worth the expensive price tag? I have been through so many lunch boxes and bags over the years and found the best it to use an insulated lunchbox bag with ice brick and use small containers to keep individual items fresh and assessable.
I love the bbox lunch boxes. They are so reliable and tough when kids throw their bags around. Easy to wash and store. I have used the we can be tiny snackies at home too. The boys love choosing a certain animal shape. They wash well, are durable and great quality.
My kids are old enough now to pack their own lunches and I am so happy to see the great choices they are making. They take left over meals, cook food in the morning to take and now I am confident they aren’t throwing away sandwiches! I do have the chilly bags for them, I find they fit better into bags
My daughter uses a bento box now for work and sometimes an insulated bag in summer, but when she was at school it was a rectangular lunch box with no compartments. It was very easy to wash each day, just the box and lid, and it could still be filled with rolls/sandwiches and snacks.
Lunchboxes are so important these days. Back in my day it was a brown paper bag or the exact same lunch box that everyone else had and there were three compartments. Today its such a fashion statement and as much as the lunchbox itself is judged so are the contents.
10:00 pm
Kindle brilliant fantastic
4:48 pm
THE KINDLE IS SO CONVENIENT - WHO KNEW?
10:36 pm
Overall
How do I like reading from a Kindle compared to a real book? Give me the kindle any day! I have done more reading with the kindle than I have from a book in a long time.
Would I prefer the touch version over this one? Not necessarily. You quickly get use to the different features. I think people just want the touch because they are so use to that style from their smart phones. But making the switch is no probs.
What is easier to use/hold/read from, a book or the Amazon kindle? Definitely the Amazon Kindle. So light, no funny feeling pages, no bookmarks required, no turning over the corner of pages, no books piling up on your desk, bedside table, on shelves and you can shop for a 'new book' at any time of the day or night, which is great if you are wanting a new book and the shops are closed!
Would I buy this product as a gift for someone? I definitely would. My sister is rather jealous already ;)
4:09 pm
The kids thought it was great!
I won't be making the switch for the kids, as I think it's important for them to have actual books, but for something different a couple of times a week the Kindle is perfect. Would be great when travelling and reading to the kids too!
12:51 am
Someone call Security!.........oh Phew there it is!
So, I downloaded a sample of a book, a free children's book and a full version of another book, only $2.99 so it didn't break the bank.
Left it to charge, which btw, the USER GUIDE (yes I finally read it) say NOT to use any old AC adaptor, oops!
Then when I started playing with it again it suddenly dawned me, SECURITY SECURITY SECURITY. I am a freak when it comes to security and I HATED entering payment details into my Amazon account, which btw you have to have set up even if you are downloading free content. Prior I thought, oh well, once you download a book remove the details until you are ready to purchase again, but then I thought okay, it's time to read the User Guide Amy! and that is where I discovered that it does in fact allow you to see a passcode, PHEW! (this is not only to protect my money from baddies, but also to prevent my children downloading any old book lol)
So now that I Have that sorted I can stop worrying and go to bed ;) hahaha
ps My even more security conscious husband said "Maybe you can get a debit card and just transfer a small amount over that way if someone got a hold of it, they don't have access to your entire bank account". I might visit the bank tomorrow.......any excuse to go to the shops right ? Oooh and I can 'fit out' my Kindle at the same time.
10:06 pm
It's here! Thank you!
Is it a female thing to want to 'fit it out' the moment I have it in my hot little hands? Pity it's 8.25pm and the shops close soon, darn! Though I could satisfy my urge to online shop, but then I would have to wait lol though it does make me wonder how long/short delivery is through Dick Smith. Hmmm I may have to go take a peek.
First thoughts when I picked it up, it's oh so light and really does fit into the palm of your hand.. Love the way it is packaged and if you were giving one as a gift you wouldn't need gift wrap, just a gorgeous silver bow to match the kindle wording on the box and you're done!
Me being me, I decided to give it a go without looking up the online tutorial to truly see how user friendly it is. By the way, during the setup it will ask you to log into your existing Amazon account if you have one, or setup a new one etc and once you have chosen an option and logged in, you automatically get sent an email that links you through to 'Learn how to get started and discover what your Kindle can do! ' Handy!
Now big tip here, make sure you remember your Wi-fi password when setting it up. Because this isn't a touch screen, if you are feeling a bit tired like I am, you may get sick of constantly entering your password if you continue to get it wrong like me lol. Not sure why it took me until my sixth attempt to finally look it up on my pc lol.
So I'm all connected and now trying to decide whether to purchase an e-book or download a freebie, so I put the call out on facebook to see what others have suggested. Meanwhile I am browsing the free seletions and I suddenly thought, hmm how do I turn the page to continue going through the list (No, I have never used one before) so as you do with gadgets you look all over the outside of it to see what you can find, aaah more buttons, on the sides to TURN PAGES ;)
I think I might call it a night and go and play around with it some more.
Talk soon!
10:51 am
The libary
3:00 pm
I love my kindle
7:23 pm
A must have for book readers
11:47 am
Light and portable. It is very easy to use.
11:15 pm
Suits some people
10:51 am
The libary
12:53 am
interesting device
Was easy to buy from Dick Smith, but would have been a lot cheaper to buy from Amazon.
3:00 pm
I love my kindle
10:00 pm
Kindle brilliant fantastic
7:40 am
Not a big fan of the kindle
2:07 pm
The Kindle is loved by young and old.
10:43 pm
It's fantastic and I love it
7:02 pm
Santa finally came to me... :-)
I read every spare chance i get, which is really not that much these days with a very active 2 year old and with my darling husband working away... but i grab every opportunity I can for a "little bit of me" time.
I love to look up words that I don't totally understand but with a paper book i have to put the book down, which generally makes me loose my spot as master 2 grabs the book, then i have to get the dictionary and answer all the what you doing mummy questions... which of course i do explain... but with the kindle you can highlight the word you want to know more about and it gives you the definition... fantastic.
Although its not exactly Christmas at least i know i got a present this year and what a present it is. With hubby working away right up until chrissy im sure he wont get to the shops, which is fine and i totally understand... so thank MOM and Dick Smiths for my early present... definately no regifting this one.
I can now read those heavy heavy books that i love so much in bed in comfort without having to reposition myself a million times as you get the sore arms going..
Its lightweght, fits into my handbag, i can take it anywhere, the battery life is brilliant.. i have only charged it once in the two weeks and have been reading for about 15 hours on and off in total over the last couple of weeks.
What was i thinking not getting one of these for myself sooner.
All i have to do now is find out if we can get the Australian newspapers on it, then both Hubby and I are set.
Living where we live it is not just a quick duck into the shops to get that book or get the paper... now all i have to do is set my phone to wifi hotspot (amazing it works) and download a new book. I can even add them to my wish list so i have a reading list ready to go next time im up for a new read. There are also a number of free books out there to try and a lot of other books that you can not get in the shops.
I highly recommend this product to any avid reader.
4:48 pm
THE KINDLE IS SO CONVENIENT - WHO KNEW?
5:10 pm
Anywhere anytime making reading accessable to everyone
10:41 pm
Need one for each member of the family!
I really enjoyed having a play with it and found the set up and the navigation was very easy and user friendly. The Kindle was very compact, fitted nicely into one hand and I loved that I could turn the pages on either side of the device. I have read more since having the Kindle than I have in the past few months. It was a really nice change from reading books on my iphone & ipod, it felt much more like reading an actual book.
Once my seven year old got hold of the Kindle I pretty much didn't see it again. She loved it so much she read 5 books in two days and carried it everywhere with her. I am thinking of buying her one for Christmas as it means she only has to pack the Kindle not the usual dozen books she carts away with us! I also love that there are so many free or cheap books which you can receive instantly as I can actually keep up with how quickly she devours books.
My 2 younger children also enjoyed reading stories on the Kindle, even though the books aren't in colour, they insisted on having story after story read to them.
All 3 of the kids had figured out how to use it within minutes of having it in their hands.
I do recommend buying a case/screen protector etc as one of the first things my kids did was cart it around and inevitably they dropped it, the Kindle was fine but not sure how much rough play it will take.
As the kids are asleep I am going to sneak off to bed and do some reading while I have the chance.
10:36 pm
Overall
How do I like reading from a Kindle compared to a real book? Give me the kindle any day! I have done more reading with the kindle than I have from a book in a long time.
Would I prefer the touch version over this one? Not necessarily. You quickly get use to the different features. I think people just want the touch because they are so use to that style from their smart phones. But making the switch is no probs.
What is easier to use/hold/read from, a book or the Amazon kindle? Definitely the Amazon Kindle. So light, no funny feeling pages, no bookmarks required, no turning over the corner of pages, no books piling up on your desk, bedside table, on shelves and you can shop for a 'new book' at any time of the day or night, which is great if you are wanting a new book and the shops are closed!
Would I buy this product as a gift for someone? I definitely would. My sister is rather jealous already ;)
7:23 pm
A must have for book readers
4:09 pm
The kids thought it was great!
I won't be making the switch for the kids, as I think it's important for them to have actual books, but for something different a couple of times a week the Kindle is perfect. Would be great when travelling and reading to the kids too!
4:34 pm
The Heaviest of Heaviest Book... NO PROBLEM NOW!!! :-)
It was so easy to read, no sore arms, no readjusting myself to suit the heaviness of the book, i could just lie back and click a button to turn the page.
What an awesome product... why didn't i get one sooner. Ohhhhh thats right I am a mum and always forget about my self... :-) Thank MOm and Dick Smith, im keeping this one all to myself.
2:15 pm
Light and easy to use!
The packaging is brilliant and makes you feel like you've got something really expensive. The actual Kindle looks great too, it's a simple, stylish colour and is really light.
Unfortunately after having a play and then reading the user guide I felt sick and had a headache. So this isn't a product I would personally use. My husband on the other hand is thrilled and has claimed it for his own as he has no issues reading from it and thinks it is brilliant.
I think it is a little expensive to purchase ebooks. You can purchase an actual book for less than the price to download some of them. If I'm paying the same price for an actual book as I am for an ebook then I don't think it's great value.
Hopefully I'll be able to find some ebooks that are affordable and husband friendly so we get plenty of use out of the kindle!
Overall I think it's a great product, just not my cup of tea!!
5:09 pm
so much like a real book
12:44 pm
Easy to naviagate, download books and find them again!
12:51 am
Someone call Security!.........oh Phew there it is!
So, I downloaded a sample of a book, a free children's book and a full version of another book, only $2.99 so it didn't break the bank.
Left it to charge, which btw, the USER GUIDE (yes I finally read it) say NOT to use any old AC adaptor, oops!
Then when I started playing with it again it suddenly dawned me, SECURITY SECURITY SECURITY. I am a freak when it comes to security and I HATED entering payment details into my Amazon account, which btw you have to have set up even if you are downloading free content. Prior I thought, oh well, once you download a book remove the details until you are ready to purchase again, but then I thought okay, it's time to read the User Guide Amy! and that is where I discovered that it does in fact allow you to see a passcode, PHEW! (this is not only to protect my money from baddies, but also to prevent my children downloading any old book lol)
So now that I Have that sorted I can stop worrying and go to bed ;) hahaha
ps My even more security conscious husband said "Maybe you can get a debit card and just transfer a small amount over that way if someone got a hold of it, they don't have access to your entire bank account". I might visit the bank tomorrow.......any excuse to go to the shops right ? Oooh and I can 'fit out' my Kindle at the same time.
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