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Holiday Backpacks for Kids 🎒

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My kids destroy backpacks like it's their job. I've tested a LOT and these are the ones that actually survived a full school year. Great gifts for the holidays too.
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For the Little Ones 🧸

My youngest needed something lightweight that she could actually open herself. These are perfect for preschool and kindergarten age kids.

 
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my daughter picked this one out herself and it's held up surprisingly well
Unicorn Cat Backpacks for Kids | Cat & Jack™
 
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the butterfly design is SO cute. perfect size for a 3 year old 🦋
Skip Hop Zoo Pack Kid Backpack - Butterfly
 
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has a built-in lunch compartment which saves me time every morning
Bentgo Kids' 2-in-1 17" Backpack & Insulated Lunch Bag
 
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sturdy little thing. my nephew loves it.
Cat & Jack Dinosaur Backpack for Kids & Toddlers
 
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bought this for my friend's kid and she screamed with excitement lol
Unicorn Skip Hop Backpack | Explore Options

Character Favorites

Let's be real, if it doesn't have their favorite character on it they won't wear it. These are the ones my kids actually wanted.

 
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every little Frozen fan needs this. the sparkle detail is really fun ✨
Elsa Backpacks | Frozen & Disney Kids' Designs
 
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my son wore this thing EVERYWHERE. grocery store, park, you name it
Backpacks : Spider-Man
 
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got this for my 4 year old nephew and he refuses to take it off
Paw Patrol 16" Backpack Rubble, Skye, Marshall
 
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good quality zippers which matters more than you'd think with little hands
Disney Princess Backpacks & Sets for Kids
 
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if your kid is in their Pokemon phase just get this one. trust me. 🎮
Pokemon 18" Backpack - Pikachu Thunders trucked

For Bigger Kids 📚

Once they hit third grade they suddenly care about looking cool. These are age-appropriate but still fun enough that they'll actually use them.

 
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simple design that my 10 year old approved of. multiple pockets too
Kids' 22L Travel Backpack Rainbow - Cat & Jack™️
 
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the insulated lunch pocket is a lifesaver for field trip days
Bentgo Kids' 14" School Backpack - Shark
 
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classic for a reason. I had one growing up and they're still great
JanSport Cross Town Plus 17" Fits 15" Laptop ...
 
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reflective details on this one which I appreciate for dark winter mornings
Cat & Jack : Backpacks
 
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fits a full water bottle in the side pocket without it falling out 💧
Bentgo Kids' 2-in-1 17" Backpack and Insulated Lunch Bag

Matching Sets 🎁

Nothing wraps better under the tree than a matching backpack and lunch box set. These look like you put in way more effort than you actually did.

 
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the matching set looks so put together. my kids felt fancy
Jack in the Box
 
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backpack plus insulated lunch bag for one price. solid deal
Bentgo Kids' 2-in-1 17" Backpack and Insulated Lunch Bag
 
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gave this as a birthday gift and the mom texted me asking where I got it
Skip Hop Zoo Winter Backpack
 
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my son's eyes lit up on Christmas morning when he saw this 🎄
backpacks lunch boxes pokemon
 
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comes with a pencil case too. great all-in-one gift.
Marvel's Avengers Classic 2-Piece 16" Kids Backpack

Stocking Stuffers to Match

I always throw in a couple small extras that go with the backpack. Makes the gift feel more complete without spending a ton.

 
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fits perfectly in most of these backpacks. no leaks so far
Kids Water Bottle Cat & Jack | Reusable & Durable Design
 
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bright colors and cheap enough to grab a few. my kids love these 🖍️
Yoobi Pencil Cases & Backpacks
 
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pairs perfectly with the Bentgo backpacks. keeps food cold for hours
Bentgo Kids' Chill Lunch Box, Bento-Style Solution
 
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toss this in the front pocket for recess. my kids always lose hats otherwise
Cat & Jack : Kids' Winter Hats
 
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my daughter uses these as little journals. cute and inexpensive
Yoobi Notebooks | Peanuts, SmileyWorld & More