Sound Scouts is the hearing test app designed to make testing hearing issues easy, by incorporating the science of a hearing test into a fun mobile game.
It’s important to know whether your child has hearing issues, and this is such an easy and accessible way to find out. Developed in collaboration with the National Acoustic Laboratories, the app is suitable for everyone, including adults and children aged 4 and up.
This week we’re looking for Sound Scouts reviewers to trial the app, so if this is something you’d like to try – apply today!
Accessible and immediate
Sound Scouts hearing test app is downloadable to compatible Apple or Android and Microsoft touchscreen devices. Simply download the app, and take the test with suitable headphones.
It checks for three different types of hearing issues:
Difficulties listening in noise (potentially caused by auditory processing issues, attention or language issues, or EALD).
Providing clinically reliable screening results for outer/middle ear and inner ear hearing loss and an indication of listening difficulties in noise. Once the test is complete, provided you are connected to the internet, results are immediately delivered on your device.
Recommended next steps are provided if a problem is detected.
Want to check your child’s hearing?
We’re looking for applicants to take part in the Sound Scouts review with their child aged 4 years and up. Selected reviewers will be sent a coupon to access one free trial of the Sound Scouts Hearing Test. To be considered you need to have access to a phone/tablet and the internet, as well as quality adult headphones.
Interested? Complete the application form below, and we’ll be in touch if you’re successful.
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My son love this and he pass this which was so exciting every thing was so great this test immediately give results after submitting this app is very easy to use and it has great quality sound I would definitely recommend these app
The Sound Scouts Hearing Test App is easy to use.
My child enjoyed using the Sound Scouts Hearing Test App.
The Sound Scouts Hearing Test App offered immediate results.
I would recommend the Sound Scouts Hearing Test App.
Thanks to mouths of mums for giving me and my four year old daughter the opportunity to trial this new hearing test app Sound Scouts.
Unfortunately my daughter didn’t want to wear headphones, which are required to accurately test your hearing and determine any differences between ears. My daughter doesn’t usually use headphones so she was nervous about putting them on her head.
She quite happily did the trial games and test without wearing headphones and found them quite enjoyable and easy to do.
However we couldn’t get any further than that.
I therefore ended up doing the hearing test on myself. And I apparently have hearing within a normal range for my age.
I would say that this is a very easy and convenient way to test your child’s hearing from the comfort of your own home and can give you instant results It gives you peace of mind if you have any concerns about your child’s hearing ability.
The Sound Scouts Hearing Test App is easy to use.
My child enjoyed using the Sound Scouts Hearing Test App.
The Sound Scouts Hearing Test App offered immediate results.
I would recommend the Sound Scouts Hearing Test App.
Mr 5 has recently started stating he can’t hear, and responding huh and pardon to almost everything. Unsure if this was a genuine hearing concern, or just a busy boy not fully paying attention to his mum, this review came at a perfect time! With the sound scouts app fun and engaging, it was extremely easy for him to understand the tasks and the instant result (with a failed test!) meaning we could proceed to investigate the hearing concerns further. So grateful to this app for helping us realize our little guy might need some further support.
The Sound Scouts Hearing Test App is easy to use.
My child enjoyed using the Sound Scouts Hearing Test App.
The Sound Scouts Hearing Test App offered immediate results.
I would recommend the Sound Scouts Hearing Test App.
Thank you so much for letting me trial the Sound Scouts App. The sign up process and the app itself is so easy to use. My son loved using this app and got instant results which was amazing. The content was easy to understand. I will definitely recommend it to other mums.
The Sound Scouts Hearing Test App is easy to use.
My child enjoyed using the Sound Scouts Hearing Test App.
The Sound Scouts Hearing Test App offered immediate results.
I would recommend the Sound Scouts Hearing Test App.
It was an amazing, fun, engaging and easy using app that was very engaging for my son to use. He didn't want to stop! It was great to see him engaged in an educational setting and interesting to see his results immediately after completing the assessments.
The Sound Scouts Hearing Test App is easy to use.
My child enjoyed using the Sound Scouts Hearing Test App.
The Sound Scouts Hearing Test App offered immediate results.
I would recommend the Sound Scouts Hearing Test App.
The Sound Scouts hearing test app was quick and easy to use and my daughter enjoyed completing the test. The results were immediate and easy to understand. Would definitely recommend this app for any parents concerned about their child’s hearing.
The Sound Scouts Hearing Test App is easy to use.
My child enjoyed using the Sound Scouts Hearing Test App.
The Sound Scouts Hearing Test App offered immediate results.
I would recommend the Sound Scouts Hearing Test App.
Love the whole concept of this app. An easy and safe way to first assess any hearing issues with yourself or your child before visiting the professionals.
Sound Scouts have designed the test component of the app really well. It was easy for my 4 year old to understand and he enjoyed the activities.
Only took around 15mins to complete and then I had his results. Good to know his hearing is fine and that he is just choosing to ignore me ????
Thoroughly recommend this app to anyone who may have hearing concerns for the little ones
The Sound Scouts Hearing Test App is easy to use.
My child enjoyed using the Sound Scouts Hearing Test App.
The Sound Scouts Hearing Test App offered immediate results.
I would recommend the Sound Scouts Hearing Test App.
Sounds scouts is an app, that provides you with the first tools to test hearing, which can be done in the comfort of your home.
Whether there are concerns, wanting your little one to understand what a hearing test is or testing for peace of mind. To me Sound Scouts is a great, thoughtful stepping stone.
From as soon as I opened the app, it gives you thorough information as the parent/ carer to understand what the process is and what is required.
Siging up is an easy process and takes less than five minutes, if you're not tech savvy I would put aside 10 minutes for set up.
I love that it was an interactive way for my daughters hearing to he tested with interesting games, the hot air balloon one she couldn't wait to start.
I live that it had some personal touches that she could choose it it helped provide a sense of belonging. And the fact that I could instantly get the results, is very appreciated. By seeing it on the screen where she fits and also having it emailed to me.
This is an app, I would gladly use again!
I really enjoyed this inspiring app as I feel it is a stepping stone
The Sound Scouts Hearing Test App is easy to use.
My child enjoyed using the Sound Scouts Hearing Test App.
The Sound Scouts Hearing Test App offered immediate results.
I would recommend the Sound Scouts Hearing Test App.
What a fantastic app and idea! I used Sound Scout on my 12 year old daughter and it was easy to set up and use (as her supervisor). She really enjoyed doing the games and it only took about 15 mins to complete the test. I received an email with the results and information promptly after completing and actually found out I have some hearing issues as well, so I’m off to get my hearing tested. This would never have happened if I hadn’t used Sound Scout.
The Sound Scouts Hearing Test App is easy to use.
My child enjoyed using the Sound Scouts Hearing Test App.
The Sound Scouts Hearing Test App offered immediate results.
I would recommend the Sound Scouts Hearing Test App.
What a great way to test children’s hearing being in a familiar setting whilst playing a fun game. My son asked if he could play it again! Instructions were simple and easy to follow. Will be recommending this app to family and friends!
The Sound Scouts Hearing Test App is easy to use.
My child enjoyed using the Sound Scouts Hearing Test App.
The Sound Scouts Hearing Test App offered immediate results.
I would recommend the Sound Scouts Hearing Test App.
The Sound Scouts Hearing Test App is an innovative, user-friendly mobile app designed to help assess the hearing health of children and adults in the comfort of their own homes. Developed by audiologists, the app uses an engaging game-based format to conduct a hearing test. It’s designed for kids aged 4+ and can also be used for adults, making it versatile for family use. The test evaluates hearing across various frequencies and provides immediate results. While it's not a replacement for professional hearing assessments, it serves as a helpful screening tool. The app is accessible, affordable, and an excellent first step in identifying potential hearing issues.
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5)
The Sound Scouts Hearing Test App is easy to use.
My child enjoyed using the Sound Scouts Hearing Test App.
The Sound Scouts Hearing Test App offered immediate results.
I would recommend the Sound Scouts Hearing Test App.
My son love this and he pass this which was so exciting every thing was so great this test immediately give results after submitting this app is very easy to use and it has great quality sound I would definitely recommend these app
The Sound Scouts Hearing Test App is easy to use.
My child enjoyed using the Sound Scouts Hearing Test App.
The Sound Scouts Hearing Test App offered immediate results.
I would recommend the Sound Scouts Hearing Test App.
I was so glad I had a chance to try Sound Scouts! It's a fantastic app that made testing my daughter's hearing a fun and engaging experience. The app is easy to use and understand, even for a young child. The interactive games and challenges kept her interested throughout the test. I wish I had known about it when she was younger. If you're concerned about your child's hearing, I highly recommend giving Sound Scouts a try. It's a great way to get a quick assessment and peace of mind.
The Sound Scouts Hearing Test App is easy to use.
My child enjoyed using the Sound Scouts Hearing Test App.
The Sound Scouts Hearing Test App offered immediate results.
I would recommend the Sound Scouts Hearing Test App.
This app was easy to download and then create a profile to start using it.
The images were fun and bright for my little one.
I think it is good to be able to have that peace of mind of something that is available to a parent at home which allows one to do a test such as this one.
The Sound Scouts Hearing Test App is easy to use.
My child enjoyed using the Sound Scouts Hearing Test App.
The Sound Scouts Hearing Test App offered immediate results.
I would recommend the Sound Scouts Hearing Test App.
Sound Scouts is a super kids friendly app that checks for hearing problems by turning the test into a fun game. It’s easy to use, affordable, and only takes about 15 minutes to get results. You just need a quiet place for it to work properly. You properly still see a specialist if something seems not right but this app is just perfect for a quick screening.
The Sound Scouts Hearing Test App is easy to use.
My child enjoyed using the Sound Scouts Hearing Test App.
The Sound Scouts Hearing Test App offered immediate results.
I would recommend the Sound Scouts Hearing Test App.
Thus wasn't a great app. It didn't work well for us, I had high quality gaming headphones and we couldn't hear it. And couldn't get past the adult test page. My child also lost interest due to this.
The Sound Scouts Hearing Test App is easy to use.
My child enjoyed using the Sound Scouts Hearing Test App.
The Sound Scouts Hearing Test App offered immediate results.
I would recommend the Sound Scouts Hearing Test App.
My 5 year old enjoyed the sound scouts app. We didn't get results to the helicopter test as he was getting a bit excited and tapping the button before there were any sounds. It was neat to see the results but I feel like only one test isn't a great indicator of their hearing. The novelty effect is still there and easy to alter results. I would love to try this on my younger son once he is old enough.
The Sound Scouts Hearing Test App is easy to use.
My child enjoyed using the Sound Scouts Hearing Test App.
The Sound Scouts Hearing Test App offered immediate results.
I would recommend the Sound Scouts Hearing Test App.
We were lucky enough to be offered a hearing test using the Sound Scouts app for our four year old son. The app is easy to find, download and install. Setup is relatively quick and easy. My son hasn't spent much time on the tablet and was eager to try the "games". He did struggle a fair bit with the first test so we will investigate these results further. We did find the rounds fairly long, especially round 1 and it took a few goes on two different days for him to get through. I suspect part of this was also his lack of experience on the tablet. The second and third rounds were more engaging and he passed both easily the first time. Overall a good experience and would recommend.
The Sound Scouts Hearing Test App is easy to use.
My child enjoyed using the Sound Scouts Hearing Test App.
The Sound Scouts Hearing Test App offered immediate results.
I would recommend the Sound Scouts Hearing Test App.
My son enjoyed trialling sound scouts hearing test app. He found it fun. I found it a bit of an effort to set up but after it was all set up it was easy to use. I would recommend to others I think it’s a great learning tool however I am not someone that purchases many apps so I couldn’t afford to purchase it in the future
The Sound Scouts Hearing Test App is easy to use.
My child enjoyed using the Sound Scouts Hearing Test App.
The Sound Scouts Hearing Test App offered immediate results.
I would recommend the Sound Scouts Hearing Test App.
Thanks to mouths of mums for giving me and my four year old daughter the opportunity to trial this new hearing test app Sound Scouts.
Unfortunately my daughter didn’t want to wear headphones, which are required to accurately test your hearing and determine any differences between ears. My daughter doesn’t usually use headphones so she was nervous about putting them on her head.
She quite happily did the trial games and test without wearing headphones and found them quite enjoyable and easy to do.
However we couldn’t get any further than that.
I therefore ended up doing the hearing test on myself. And I apparently have hearing within a normal range for my age.
I would say that this is a very easy and convenient way to test your child’s hearing from the comfort of your own home and can give you instant results It gives you peace of mind if you have any concerns about your child’s hearing ability.
The Sound Scouts Hearing Test App is easy to use.
My child enjoyed using the Sound Scouts Hearing Test App.
The Sound Scouts Hearing Test App offered immediate results.
I would recommend the Sound Scouts Hearing Test App.
Mr 5 has recently started stating he can’t hear, and responding huh and pardon to almost everything. Unsure if this was a genuine hearing concern, or just a busy boy not fully paying attention to his mum, this review came at a perfect time! With the sound scouts app fun and engaging, it was extremely easy for him to understand the tasks and the instant result (with a failed test!) meaning we could proceed to investigate the hearing concerns further. So grateful to this app for helping us realize our little guy might need some further support.
The Sound Scouts Hearing Test App is easy to use.
My child enjoyed using the Sound Scouts Hearing Test App.
The Sound Scouts Hearing Test App offered immediate results.
I would recommend the Sound Scouts Hearing Test App.
Thank you so much for letting me trial the Sound Scouts App. The sign up process and the app itself is so easy to use. My son loved using this app and got instant results which was amazing. The content was easy to understand. I will definitely recommend it to other mums.
The Sound Scouts Hearing Test App is easy to use.
My child enjoyed using the Sound Scouts Hearing Test App.
The Sound Scouts Hearing Test App offered immediate results.
I would recommend the Sound Scouts Hearing Test App.
It was an amazing, fun, engaging and easy using app that was very engaging for my son to use. He didn't want to stop! It was great to see him engaged in an educational setting and interesting to see his results immediately after completing the assessments.
The Sound Scouts Hearing Test App is easy to use.
My child enjoyed using the Sound Scouts Hearing Test App.
The Sound Scouts Hearing Test App offered immediate results.
I would recommend the Sound Scouts Hearing Test App.
I really enjoyed trialling this Sound Scouts Hearing Test app with my son! The app was easy to find on the Google Play Store, and to download to our Samsung tablet. Set up was fairly easy and straightforward, but I recommend an adult complete that section, as there are a few questions to go through. The test itself was quick and easy and I loved that I received instant results, which were then emailed to me for my records. My son found the actual hearing test easy to complete, but he thought that the graphics could have been more realistic, and he would have preferred an actual human voice for the commands rather than an AI voice. However, overall, we would both recommend this hearing app for kids as it's easy to use and is a great way to detect any issues with your child's hearing!
The Sound Scouts Hearing Test App is easy to use.
My child enjoyed using the Sound Scouts Hearing Test App.
The Sound Scouts Hearing Test App offered immediate results.
I would recommend the Sound Scouts Hearing Test App.
My daughter was keen to get started. It was an easy to use app. I had never previously thought to check my daughter’s hearing so this was a convenient app to have and use. The report was comprehensive and it gives you an opportunity to follow up if needed. Would highly recommend the app.
The Sound Scouts Hearing Test App is easy to use.
My child enjoyed using the Sound Scouts Hearing Test App.
The Sound Scouts Hearing Test App offered immediate results.
I would recommend the Sound Scouts Hearing Test App.
Interactive and engaging way to check child’s hearing
Interactive and engaging way to check child’s hearing. My step son completed this task and I was surprised that he was actually quite interested in doing so! It was easy to use and we made a fun little game out of it. I think this is a great way to ensure your child’s hearing is 100% and its ease of use makes such a difference! I would definitely recommend this to anyone wanting to test their child’s hearing.
The Sound Scouts Hearing Test App is easy to use.
My child enjoyed using the Sound Scouts Hearing Test App.
The Sound Scouts Hearing Test App offered immediate results.
I would recommend the Sound Scouts Hearing Test App.
My daughter found this app simple and engaging to use. Whilst doing the supervisor test I was shocked to discover that my hearing may be impaired. At first I thought it was my headphones as I repeated the tests numerous times and scored very low. My husband however completed the test first go with the same headphones! While my daughter’s test was normal, I am booking myself in for a comprehensive hearing examination! Thanks to Scouts for detecting a possible problem.
The Sound Scouts Hearing Test App is easy to use.
My child enjoyed using the Sound Scouts Hearing Test App.
The Sound Scouts Hearing Test App offered immediate results.
I would recommend the Sound Scouts Hearing Test App.
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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.
6:41 pm
Sound scouts hearing test
8:07 pm
Easy to use hearing test
Unfortunately my daughter didn’t want to wear headphones, which are required to accurately test your hearing and determine any differences between ears. My daughter doesn’t usually use headphones so she was nervous about putting them on her head.
She quite happily did the trial games and test without wearing headphones and found them quite enjoyable and easy to do.
However we couldn’t get any further than that.
I therefore ended up doing the hearing test on myself. And I apparently have hearing within a normal range for my age.
I would say that this is a very easy and convenient way to test your child’s hearing from the comfort of your own home and can give you instant results It gives you peace of mind if you have any concerns about your child’s hearing ability.
4:43 pm
When the Huh? Is a problem!
2:40 pm
Great and interesting app
2:19 pm
Fantastic little app
7:35 pm
Quick and easy
2:20 pm
Innovative App
Sound Scouts have designed the test component of the app really well. It was easy for my 4 year old to understand and he enjoyed the activities.
Only took around 15mins to complete and then I had his results. Good to know his hearing is fine and that he is just choosing to ignore me ????
Thoroughly recommend this app to anyone who may have hearing concerns for the little ones
1:24 pm
A very innovative, resourceful tool
Whether there are concerns, wanting your little one to understand what a hearing test is or testing for peace of mind. To me Sound Scouts is a great, thoughtful stepping stone.
From as soon as I opened the app, it gives you thorough information as the parent/ carer to understand what the process is and what is required.
Siging up is an easy process and takes less than five minutes, if you're not tech savvy I would put aside 10 minutes for set up.
I love that it was an interactive way for my daughters hearing to he tested with interesting games, the hot air balloon one she couldn't wait to start.
I live that it had some personal touches that she could choose it it helped provide a sense of belonging. And the fact that I could instantly get the results, is very appreciated. By seeing it on the screen where she fits and also having it emailed to me.
This is an app, I would gladly use again!
I really enjoyed this inspiring app as I feel it is a stepping stone
12:12 pm
So easy and really helpful
10:01 am
Sound scouts hearing App
5:30 pm
Friendly interface
Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (5/5)
6:41 pm
Sound scouts hearing test
12:29 pm
Fun and Informative Hearing Test
6:25 am
Hearing test
The images were fun and bright for my little one.
I think it is good to be able to have that peace of mind of something that is available to a parent at home which allows one to do a test such as this one.
5:49 pm
Nifty app
This was done in quiet setting, usually bedroom.
User friendly with the interactive games that didn’t take too long for boredom to kick in.
Great being able to this from the comfort of home and getting instant results.
8:14 pm
Excellent app
11:07 am
Great
11:20 pm
Informative and easy to use
10:33 pm
Not great
9:55 pm
Fun but not sure how reliable
9:28 pm
Great app for in-home hearing testing
9:02 pm
Great learning tool
8:07 pm
Easy to use hearing test
Unfortunately my daughter didn’t want to wear headphones, which are required to accurately test your hearing and determine any differences between ears. My daughter doesn’t usually use headphones so she was nervous about putting them on her head.
She quite happily did the trial games and test without wearing headphones and found them quite enjoyable and easy to do.
However we couldn’t get any further than that.
I therefore ended up doing the hearing test on myself. And I apparently have hearing within a normal range for my age.
I would say that this is a very easy and convenient way to test your child’s hearing from the comfort of your own home and can give you instant results It gives you peace of mind if you have any concerns about your child’s hearing ability.
4:43 pm
When the Huh? Is a problem!
2:40 pm
Great and interesting app
2:19 pm
Fantastic little app
12:40 pm
Easy to use kids' hearing test app!
9:52 am
A useful tool for children
9:13 am
Interactive and engaging way to check child’s hearing
8:15 pm
Easy and engaging way to test hearing at home
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