Q&A for How to Pack a School Bag (Teen Girls)

Only take what you need each day. If you have a locker in school, leave in there what you don't need to take home. You can carry some stuff separately, such as a lunch box, a book bag and your PE kit. If you still cannot fit everything in, you can hold some things in your hands and invest in a bigger bag when you have the chance.

You should base it on how much needs to fit inside it at its fullest. Try putting everything out that you will need to take with you to see if it will fit in your bag. A small bag is impractical, but if a bag is too big, it may be hard to carry around. If you have a locker, you may need to carry less. If you plan on taking an extra bag for some of your stuff (e.g. a book bag, a PE kit), your bag can be slightly smaller. In most cases, a regular sized rucksack should be fine.

Yes, even if you haven't started your period yet, it is good to be prepared. There are a variety of period products, so take the ones you feel most comfortable using.

You should check with your specific school. In most cases you won't, or if you do, your school will likely provide them, especially if you cannot afford or don't have your own.

It is unlikely you will need tape at school as it will most likely be provided. Scissors are also likely to be provided. Taking scissors is not recommended, and in some cases banned, as they can be used as a weapon. Even if you don't plan on using them that way, someone else could take them, or it could be assumed to be a weapon.

It might be helpful to put it in a special folder in your bag so it is kept separate from everything else and is unlikely to be destroyed. It also makes it easier to remember and stay organised.