The 2022 Back-to-School Essentials Awards

Catalina Crunch Keto Friendly Cinnamon Toast Cereal fills you up without putting you in a carb coma, thanks to 11 grams protein, 9 grams fiber, and 0 grams sugar.

Sprouted grains and legumes provide complete protein with 18 amino acids, but all kids will care about is the flavor!

Genexa Kids’ Pain & Fever provides acetaminophen to temporarily relieve fever, cold, and flu symptoms, or minor aches and pains.

Hyland’s Naturals Cold & Cough Combo Pack, conveniently packaged for both day and nighttime relief of cold symptoms like congestion, cough, sore throat, and runny nose. Ages 2 and up.

NOW Essential Oils Roll-On Seasonal Defense features essential oils of eucalyptus, citrus, rosemary, and other herbs to energize and invigorate.

Nutricare PATCH Kids Bamboo Bandages with Coconut Oil are fun, compostable, and keeps kids with sensitive skin reaction free!

Bluebonnet Rainforest AnimalZ Multiple Complete Daily Whole Food-Based Nutrition boasts animal-shaped chewable tablets made from superfruits in four flavor options: natural cherry, grape, orange, or assorted flavors.

Flora Kid’s Multi Essentials+ provide vitamins, minerals, and an herbal blend to promote immunity, digestion, and calmness.

Cute designs are just part of the charm of Klean Kanteen Kids’ Water Bottles! Made of stainless steel and BPA-free materials. Durable, lightweight, easy to grip, with cool pop-up straw feature.

Jack N’ Jill Natural Toothpaste Strawberry is a fluoride-free, xylitol-based toothpaste with calendula for kids 6 months and older.

Radius Big Kidz Replaceable Head Forever Brush makes daily brushing more fun thanks to color combos and soft biobased bristles. BPA and phthalate free.

Spry Natural Xylitol Gum from Xlear promotes oral health in sugar-free peppermint, spearmint, cinnamon, fruit, and bubblegum flavors.

Rich and creamy Three Trees Organic Unsweetened Original Almondmilk uses just two ingredients: filtered water and organic almonds.

American Health Chewable Acidophilus Wafers Strawberry offer two probiotic strains per serving. No refrigeration needed, making them ideal for backpacks.

Bio-Kult Infantis provides seven strains of probiotics, omega-3 fatty acids, and other nutrients for young children.

Honeybee Gardens Purifying Gel Cleanser uses natural ingredients to leave sensitive skin clean, soft, and smooth. Uplifting scent.

Natrol Kids Sleep+ Immune Health Gummies provide a suitable dosage of melatonin for kids, plus elderberry, zinc, and vitamins C and D.

Barnana Organic Plantain Chips Himalayan Pink Salt are kettle-cooked deliciousness made with sustainably sourced plantains from the Amazon.

Dewey’s Bakery Brownie Crisp Cookies will remind you of the crispy pan edges of a brownie. Made with premium cocoa powder and nothing artificial.

Eden Foods Pocket Snacks Organic Dried Cranberries are lightly sweetened with no sugar, just organic apple juice concentrate. One-ounce packs are perfect for school or activities.

Schär Twin Bar is a delicious glutenfree wafer treat coated in smooth European milk chocolate. Delectable!

Upgrade snack time with Spudsy Sweet Potato Fries, made from upcycled sweet potatoes. Vegan Ranch flavor offers a delightful tang to go along with the crunch.

YumEarth Choco Yums Chocolate Candies are a vegan, allergy-friendly version of a childhood favorite: chocolate coated in a crunchy candy shell.

Terry Naturally AnxioCalm relieves occasional stress or restless sleep for kids over 4. Made from echinacea root extract to support relaxation. Clinically studied, fast-acting tablets.

Earth Mama Kids Uber-Sensitive Mineral Sunscreen Lotion Broad Spectrum SPF 40. Because back to school doesn’t mean the need for sun protection ends! Reef-friendly and formulated to be safe for kids with sensitive skin.

RidgeCrest Herbals EssentialEyes is an herbal blend with vision-supporting lutein and zeaxanthin to help counter the effects of electronics and blue light.