Ready for their close-up
Insert this Fodeo memory card into your kid’s digital camera and when he returns from camp, mail it in to have it transformed into a photo montage on a DVD. Your camper can relive his summer memories again and again. $30 at fodeo.net.
Bag, you’re it
Write a fun message, such as “Don’t eat any fried worms at camp!” before you pack up this Graffeeti backpack, featuring a dry-erase board. $28 at shotkitson.com.
Smell ya letter
They’ll want to write a few letters home using these Colored Smencils, a.k.a. scented pencils (flavors include grape, very berry, root beer and bubble gum), made from recycled newspaper. $16 at catchingfireflies.com.
Snap, crackle, yum
Thanks to flavors such as caramel & marshmallow and rainbow sprinkles, these Crispycakes by the Crispery can create a serious sugar buzz, but it should wear off by the time your happy camper returns home. $3 at thecrispery.com.
Talk it up
The deck of Camp Talk cards attached to a key chain (which also features a compass and flashlight) includes plenty of conversation-starting questions, perfect for campfire bonding sessions. $8 at toydirectory.com.
Sweet dreams are made of these
Choose from a variety of designs (from dinosaurs to pink flamingos) as the background on your little one’s monogrammed pillowcase. $20 at pillowcasegram.com.
We go together
Laundry isn’t a top priority at camp, which means her mismatched (on purpose!) socks will fit right in with the other campers’. $8 for a pack of three at littlemissmatched.com.
We're looking for summer-time drawings for our next issue- got pictures of the beach, ice cream cones and fun in the sun? Then mail your child's artwork in and it could appear on the first page of our May issue! Send drawings to TOC at 247 S State St., Chicago, IL 60604. Artwork cannot be returned.