The cost of sending children back to school in Europe is rising, with significant expenses for textbooks, school trips, and meals. In Germany, the annual cost is around €3,600, with school trips averaging €2,000. The UK sees a 30% increase in school costs over two years, reaching over €2,600. Italy faces high textbook costs, while France experiences a slight decrease in expenses due to a recycling system for textbooks. Spain's school expenses are also rising, with over 70% going to textbooks. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)