LEGO sells more than just building sets, with its back to school range featuring practical items perfect for children and adults
September may seem like a lifetime away with the school summer holidays yet to begin, but parents can never be too prepared when it comes to getting children ready for the next academic year. There’s a lot to equip a kid with these days, from lunch boxes to pens, but it’s possible to get stylish versions of all the above from an unlikely seller – LEGO.
The Danish manufacturer doesn’t only make plastic building block sets for children and adults, as it also has a vast selection of practical products ideal for equipping kids in their return to the classroom. LEGO has brought its iconic brick design to life in various forms, with there being something for everybody.
The retailer isn’t alone in already launching its back to school range, with Marks and Spencer kicking off the countdown with a 20% discount on its Back to School range in stores across the country. M&S also has a variety of online-exclusives, including a pack of two Boys’ Non-Iron School Shirts priced at £9 to £15.
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Argos is another retailer with a vast selection of uniform items and school accessories at budget-friendly prices. Shoppers can snap up a 2 Pack Unisex Polo Shirts for as little as £3.
Back to LEGO – we’ve rounded up a selection of our favourite products perfect for kids heading back to school, as first reported by the Manchester Evening News. There are some items that grownups may also find useful to take to the office, days out or for use at home.
LEGO Locking Notebook with Gel Pen
The range includes a useful lockable notebook with pen.
LEGO 4-Stud Desk Drawer – £14.99
It can be difficult to get into the right headspace to study when one’s desk is full of clutter. Desk organisers can be the perfect solution, and this one that comes in a variety of colours is shaped to look exactly like the iconic 4×4 LEGO brick.
Featuring a pull-out drawer, it’s ideal for hiding away things like pens, pencils and bits of paper when not in use, yet easily accessible for when they’re needed. Just like normal-sized LEGO blocks, these drawers can be stacked on top of one another for the perfect space-saving organisation system that’s perfect for any kid who’s into LEGO.
Get the 4-Stud Desk Drawer here for £14.99.
Hydration Bottle – £15.99
Keeping hydrated while studying is crucial for children’s concentration. One way to ensure they drink enough water is by equipping them with a stylish water bottle that they’ll be eager to use.
This chic design from LEGO is subtly cool, resembling the shape of most traditional bottles, however upon closer inspection, LEGO enthusiasts will notice that the lid is actually shaped like a blue LEGO stud. This stud-shaped cap can be removed to reveal a drinking hole, and there’s also a handy clip attached to the lid to prevent it from getting lost during the hustle and bustle of a school day.
The LEGO Hydration Bottle is available here for £15.99.
LEGO Brick Lunch Bag – £22.99
Every child needs a trendy lunchbox to carry their food to school. This one is designed to resemble the iconic LEGO stud and will keep food secure in its robust square package that’s lined with insulating material to keep its contents fresh.
A sturdy carry handle ensures the lunchbox is easy to transport, and it comes in seven different colours, allowing kids to pick their favourite shade. There’s also a hidden zipped compartment in the central stud, perfect for stashing a snack or two for break time.
Shop the LEGO Brick Lunch Bag here for £22.99
LEGO Pop Quiz Lunch Box Little Herschel – £42.99
For a lunch bag that’s a little more subtle in its LEGO references, this Pop Quiz lunch box cross over with Little Herschel is ideal. At first glance, the design looks like an array of gorgeous flowers – but look closer and you’ll spot that they’re actually made of LEGO.
Much like the LEGO Brick lunch box, this bag is lined with an insulating material to keep any food inside cool and fresh all day. There’s an additional zipped pocket on the front for sliding in additional food items that you’d like to keep separate.
Get the LEGO Pop Quiz Lunch Box Little Herschel here for £42.99.
LEGO Locking Notebook with Gel Pen – £22.99
Every good student needs a notebook to take notes in, and shoppers can find a fantastic LEGO-themed option in the back to school collection. With 384 pages of lined paper inside, this notebook features an embossed LEGO stud design on the front to show off its owners love for the plastic bricks.
It’s also got a set of bricks that can be used to lock the notebook closed, keeping all the pages crease-free while stuffed inside a school bag. Even better, it comes equipped with a gel pen that attaches to the notebook itself, preventing it from getting lost.
The LEGO Locking Notebook with Gel Pen is available here for £22.99.
LEGO Space Walk Lunch Bag – £17.99
Another lunch bag here for the LEGO City fans out there. This one is a slightly taller design to fit larger lunches, with the design of a LEGO spaceman performing a space walk on the front.
Like most other lunch boxes, it boasts the essential insulated lining to keep food fresh all day, even if lunch is a bit delayed. It’s also a touch more affordable than LEGO’s other two options, priced at £17.99.
Shop the LEGO Space Walk Lunch Bag here for £17.99.
LEGO Gel Pens (10 Pack) – £25.99
Finally, we have what could be the most crucial tool for any student – pens. This pack of ten gel pens covers all the colours a pupil might need for writing, annotating or even a spot of doodling during break time.
The LEGO design extends beyond aesthetics, with a cuboid shape and studs at the top allowing them to stick together. Not only does this look nifty from a LEGO fan’s perspective, but it also helps keep things tidy.
Get the LEGO Gel Pens here for £25.99.
There are currently no customer reviews for any of the above items, however over on Trustpilot, a LEGO fan is full of praise for the retailer. They shared: “Always a great experience. Highly user-friendly and interesting website, fast shipping and delivery, keeps you informed about the progress of your transaction, and customer support is always quick to reply.”
Sadly on buyer was less impressed, noting: “Online order returned. Promised a refund within three working days two weeks ago. Now no replies.”
LEGO’s complete back to school range can be shopped here.