It's Back to School time for many kids, and, Lands' End, maker of kids clothes, and, other back to school items such as lunchboxes, and, backpacks has some tips:

In the coming weeks, 53 million K-12 students will soon prepare for a new year of school. Needless to say, it is a hectic time for kids and parents!

At Lands’ End, we know a few things about back to school time. To help you mitigate morning mayhem, I’ve included seven simple tips that help kids get out the door on time and off to a great day:

1. Establish a Sleep Schedule. According to Sleep for Kids, a service of the National Sleep Foundation, school-aged children ages five to 12 need 10 to 11 hours of sleep each night. Summer schedules often allow for fluctuations in bedtime routines, so getting back on track when school starts is essential. Getting in the habit of going to bed early and waking up early will help kids wake up refreshed and ready to go. Ease into the new sleep schedule before the first day.

2. Coordinate Clothing. Make getting dressed easier and less of an argument with outfits that coordinate from top to bottom. Coordinated outfits allow parents and kids to easily select and lay out clothes the night before, so everything is ready to go the next morning.

3. Go For Comfort. If it’s not comfortable, kids won’t want to wear it.

4. The Perfect Pack. Picking a backpack that best fits the needs of child is critical. Kids struggling with packs that are oversized, or too small will take longer to get out the door. A good rule of thumb is that their backpack should weigh less than 10 percent of their weight. Kids that are constantly hauling overloaded packs should protect their backs with a wheeled backpack.

5. Beat Surprise Messes. Nothing slows down the sandwich line like discovering yesterday’s gooey yogurt leftovers. Select lunch boxes that are easy to clean to help lunch packing go more quickly.

6. Keep Track of Things. Choose backpacks and lunch boxes with features that make them harder to lose. Personalizing backpacks and lunch boxes with initials, numbers or other icons on the outside will help kids quickly identify their belongings.

7. Skip Traditional Shoelaces. Avoid time-consuming shoe tying and retying with shoes that have elastic or rip grip strips.

I received an Ergo Pack from Lands' End for review.

I've always been a believer in getting quality backpacks, even for young children, and, the Ergo Pack doesn't disappoint. It features:

* A back panel that adjusts for the best fit
* Extra comfy memory foam shoulder straps
* 360° reflective trim to improve visibility
* Hip belt to help stabilize the load
* A MP3/CD player pocket and cord port
* Two sizes - the Ergo - 17″Hx14″Wx7 1/2″D and the Ergo Jr. - 14 1/2″Hx14″Wx7 1/2″D

We love Lands' End around here. They make some really sturdy kids' clothes, we even have several items that all 3 kids have worn. So, be sure to check them out for your back to school needs.