The 9 Best Backpacks for Kids at Every Age-1
Best Rolling: L.L. Bean Rolling Deluxe Book Pack
For kids who want the option of either carrying or rolling their backpack, this one is equipped with everything they need. It's designed for kids as young as 13 years old and measures 19 x 14 x 9.5 inches. The pull handle has an ergonomic "T"shape and the padded adjustable straps can be tucked away when they're not in use.
The backpack is also equipped with smooth-rolling wheels, reflective materials for visibility, and is made from weatherproof nylon. With several pockets and large compartments, it's also large enough to carry everything your kid needs for class (and more).
Best for Laptops: Lands' End Kid's techPack Large Backpack
This backpack is ergonomically designed with adjustable padded straps, a front chest strap for weight distribution, and a padded back panel. It's available in several fun colors and patterns and it features a main compartment as well as a padded laptop or tablet compartment.
There are several zippered pockets and smaller compartments, including a front-lined pocket that is sized just right for a cell phone. The bag is made from high-quality durable materials, features reflective trim for visibility, and measures 18 x 12.5 x 9 inches.
Best Mini: Pottery Barn Kids Mackenzie Navy Solar System Glow-in-the-Dark Backpacks
While this backpack is available in several sizes, the mini version is by far the cutest. It measures 8.5 x 4 x 10 inches and is perfect for little ones between 36 and 42 inches tall. It has two exterior side pockets as well as one front pocket and the main compartment offers plenty of room for a small tablet, a book, and a few toys.
The bag has adjustable padded straps and a reinforced handle at the top and is made with water-resistant fabric. While you can get this mini backpack in a variety of colors, and get it personalized, the Navy Solar System pattern is among the best because it glows in the dark.
Best Multi-Use: Dagne Dover Dakota Neoprene Backpack
Made with neoprene and high-performance mesh materials, this backpack is great for carrying school supplies, traveling, and general commuting. The small bag measures 9.5 x 5 x 13 inches and features an 8.5 x 7.25-inch mesh laptop sleeve. In addition to the main compartment, there are also two side zippered pockets as well as a front zippered pocket.
Thanks to its high-quality materials, both the padded adjustable straps and carrying handle are heavy-duty enough to withstand a year's (or more) worth of wear and tear. This backpack is available in a variety of colors and in three sizes.
