A 'high price' for going back to school

Dubai - Parents are also spending excessively on electronic products like laptops and tablets, which are soon becoming essentials in schools.

While students are excited about the smell of new books and uniforms, and ready to flaunt their bags with that One Direction or Batman picture, parents are wringing their hands and wallets. Mall and retail outlets across the UAE have once again come out with promotional offers.
"I got my older son his backpack from Ed Hardy this year. I paid Dh600 for it. My younger one wanted a Kippling bag for Dh999, I refused to get it for him," said Amina Soussi, mother of two boys.
"Getting back to school is a difficult transition for mothers and children after two long months of carefree routine. This is why our collection is fun, colourful, and trendy, and gives both children and mothers something to look forward to," said Ruban Shanmugarajah, General Manager, Babyshop, UAE.
Parents are also spending excessively on electronic products like laptops and tablets, which are soon becoming essentials in schools.
Neelesh Bhatnagar, CEO of Emax electronics said: "As schools and universities inch closer towards more practical formats of learning, the usage of technology has gone up a notch with educators now using more e-learning methodologies. Laptops, tablets, hard drives and printers are some of the product categories gaining momentum." reporters@khaleejtimes.com

Price list
> Cinderella stationary set: Dh20
> Cars wallet: Dh29
> Bambi trolley bag: 18 inches, Dh229
> Manchester United backpack: 17.5 inches, Dh159
> Marvel Avengers backpack: Dh69
> TMNT pencil pouch with organiser: Dh29
> Frozen water bottle: 500ml Dh49

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