The small stuff carries the outfit: mini claw clips that survive a school day, backpacks sized to the child (not the syllabus), and socks bought in packs because they vanish in pairs. For toddler bags, look for chest straps and washable fabric; for hair clips, bulk sets win because loss rate is 100%.
Around 10–12 inches tall, lightweight, with a chest clip. The bag should sit above the waist and never be wider than the child's torso.
Yes — clips get lost constantly, so 20–80 piece sets are the economical choice. Check that clips are claw-style with no sharp edges for young kids.
5–7 pairs of ankle cotton socks covers a school week in India's daily-wash routine — hence packs of 4–5 being standard.