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Is a 9 pound book bag to heavy for an 8 year old?

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Dr. Amrita Dosanjh answered

Specializes in Pediatric Allergy and Asthma

Yes: The book bag is heavy and if you can lighten the weight, it would advisable. Ask the school if they can provide paperback copies or xerox copies of specific book chapters.

Answered 2/5/2020

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