Five ways to get back-to-school cool in Downtown Brooklyn

Sure, we live in the city that never sleeps, but that doesn’t mean back-to-school shopping stress should be keeping you up at night. City Point, Downtown Brooklyn’s ultimate shopping destination, makes things easy for families on the go so you can spend the last days of summer enjoying New York’s best kids’ activities. At the borough’s biggest food, shopping and entertainment destination, you’ll find school supplies, homegoods, groceries and more so you can be prepared for anything the first day of school throws your way. See below for just a few of the things you can discover at City Point (DeKalb Avenue B, Q, R subway stop).

1. Target

Looking for a new lunch box, 2018’s most popular backpacks for kids, new duds or the smaller stuff like notebooks, folders, markers, pens and pencils? City Point’s Target has it all at super reasonable prices. Plus, you can pick up tasty snacks, personal tech, cute accessories and treats for your four-legged friend.

2. Century 21

Indulge your mini fashion mavens with a visit to Century 21 to score the season’s best deals on kids’ designer clothing, shoes and accessories. Did we mention there’s also great finds for grownups, too?

3. Little Giants Giant Shorties

Beyond the glowing ball pit (yep, you heard us correctly), Little Giants Giant Shorties is home to super-cool kids’ clothing that you’ll wish you could buy in your size. It’s the place to get real and ready for school with graphic tees, sweatshirts and accessories for the stylin’ mini New Yorker who is headed back to class. Make sure you check out the Notorious B.I.R.D shirts.

4. Trader Joe’s

Cool and convenient, Trader Joe’s has everything a New York family needs. Grab food and drink on the go at this neighborhood grocery store, or shop to stock the refrigerator with options that will please even the fussiest foodies. You’ll find finger foods, quick snacks and kids’ beverages, as well as easy-to-pack pre-made meals for nutritious and delicious school lunches.

5. DeKalb Market Hall

With over 40 vendors on offer, DeKalb Market Hall is one of the largest dining spots in Brooklyn with everything from after-school snacks to breakfast, lunch and dinner. Grab Wiki Wiki’s fresh poke, Hard Times Sundae’s juicy burgers, Hana Noodles’ spicy specialties, Paella Shack’s rice delights, Lioni Heroes’ gourmet sandwiches, Cuzin’s Duzin’s mini donuts, Ample Hills’ indulgent ice cream and lots more to fuel your shopping experience.

Visit City Point at 10 City Point, Brooklyn (citypointbrooklyn.com).