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Abu Dhabi, UAESunday 23 September 2018

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12 delightful back-to-school accessories - in pictures 

From sparkly water bottles and football-themed stationery to backpacks with tigers, unicorns and the Avengers, here are a dozen fun knick-knacks for your kids (or inner child) 

There's nothing like a new school year to pick up something that's at once fun and functional. Take your cues from our gallery above.

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Read more:

How to talk to kids about money

Why picking the right name for a child is no easy task

West End performer Hayley Doyle's Mamma Mia! camp in Dubai

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