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Backpack Check

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Put your child’s backpack on a scale and weigh it. Remember it shouldn’t weigh more than 15% of their body weight.

Backpack Weight Reduction Tip

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Accumulated papers in a backpack can become very heavy. Frequent binder checks can solve this problem. Students should carry only what they need.

Backpacks

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A fully loaded backpack should not weigh more than 15% of a student’s body weight. A 100 lb student should not be carrying more than 15 lbs.

Mason Rice Elementary School Tutoring – Newton, MA

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Watch for the Y3K Tutor In Your Home gift certificates at the annual Mason Rice Elementary School fundraiser. The money raised will go towards the students of Newton, MA. They plan on using the money we raise for technology purchases, art and science programming, educational support staff development and classroom supplies. New this year they are using some of the money raised by Y3K Tutor In Your Home and other donors, to start a New Playground Fund. This would go toward replacing the Mason Rice Elementary School’s 20 year old wooden playground. The children living in Newton, MA would be grateful for a large turnout so that the new playground will become a reality.

Backpack Safety Tip

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Leave as many textbooks at home as possible or get a copy for home and one for school. Carrying too many can be harmful for developing spines.

Backpack Weight

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When full, a backpack can weigh over 30 lbs. Kids can develop back problems from this excess weight. Stay tuned for weight reduction tips.

Backpack Usage

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A backpack must be worn right for it to be safe. Wear both straps snugly and rest at the waist. Wearing it too low or using only one strap can hurt the spine.

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COMING SOON: More free tips on backpacks, OCD, Asperger’s, autism, study skills, health, well being and topics YOU choose. Let us know what you would like us to cover. Call or email your concerns and your topics will be addressed in future posts.

Backpack Tip

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A proper backpack should have two shoulder straps with lots of extra padding. Wheels and a long extended handle are often very helpful.

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