Many children dream of putting on a school backpack for the first time and going to class. Today, stores offer a fairly large selection of beautiful and bright portfolios and school bags for schoolchildren. The task of the parents is to choose the one that will be convenient for the child and will not bring him health problems.
First of all, a schoolbag or backpack for a first grader should have a rigid orthopedic back that fits snugly against the child's back. It is important that the lining on the back is made of mesh fabric that allows air circulation, and the straps are wide and dense with special soft cushions. This is necessary for the student to be comfortable wearing the backpack without injuring the shoulders.
You should not buy a school backpack without a child, because the most important thing in choosing it is fitting. In this case, be sure to pay attention to the fact that the lower edge of the backpack is at the level of the student's waist, its upper edge and the child's shoulders are at the same height, and the width of the backpack does not exceed the shoulder width of your son or daughter.
It is desirable that the schoolbag is made of dense water-repellent fabric that protects its contents from moisture. Such a thing is more practical and will last longer. Try to choose a bright backpack for your first grader with reflective stripes or patches on all sides: front (shoulder straps), back and sides. They are necessary for the safety of the child: he will be clearly visible on the roadway at night. The convenience of the fastener is also important, as well as the number of pockets on the outside and compartments inside the backpack. This will give the child the opportunity to correctly distribute all school supplies in him.
It is better to purchase a school backpack with a rigid frame: it will keep its shape well and will not wrinkle notebooks and textbooks. It's good if the backpack also has a plastic bottom: your child can put such a portfolio on any wet or dirty surface on the street, without worrying that his school things may deteriorate. When buying, keep in mind that the weight of an empty backpack for a first-grader child should not exceed 800 g. And, of course, the child should like the backpack so that he would gladly go with it to his first grade.
