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Head back to school with these stylish gadgets and accessories

BY JESSICA SEDGWICK jsedgwick@suntimes.com August 10, 2011 5:48PM

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Cool-It Caddy, $25 at Coolitcaddy.com: Protect your power bars, water bottles, lip gloss and other necessities from the scorching heat with these cute canvas bags packed with layers of insulation.

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Updated: September 12, 2011 1:05AM



Have a child who’s not too jazzed to return to the dreaded hallways this year? Maybe a hot dog pencil case could turn things around.

There is no shortage of quirky gadgets and accessories for children to sport to school this year. And you won’t have to break into your child’s college fund — stores are making many back-to-school items surprisingly affordable.

Click on the gallery to view some must-have finds — for every age group — that are sure to make the other kids green with envy.




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