The Coolest Backpacks for the New School Year

Send your kids back to school in style.

July 02, 2021

By: Jessica Butler

New Year, New Backpack

Back to school season is around the corner, so it’s time to gather all of your kids’ school supplies. A durable, reliable backpack is arguably the most important item they’ll need, and we’ve rounded up some unique and well-loved styles for the new year. Here are some of our favorite backpacks for preschool through high school! Which bags are perfect for your students?

Adidas Striker II

Sporty kids and teens will love this Adidas backpack. It has three main zippered pockets for all of their school supplies, an internal 16-inch laptop sleeve, and an external tricot-lined media pocket for their valuables. Plus, it’s available in seven vibrant colors!

BUY IT: Amazon, $30.68 - $39.06

Ricky-H School Backpack

This backpack has so many color and design options, you and your kids might have trouble making up your minds. From rainbow and camo, to galaxy and everything in between, there's something for every student — no matter what their age is. It’s suitable for a 15.6-inch laptop and all of the books your child will need.

BUY IT: Amazon, $19.99 - $25.49

J World School Bus Rolling Backpack

Your little one can roll around in style! Not only is this school bus backpack adorable, but it’s also super quiet and mobile. It even features a photo frame right on the front, so you can slip a pic of your family, their favorite toy, or even the family pet inside.

BUY IT: Target, $49.99

The North Face Day Pack

The Daypack is perfect for both an adventure and school. The everyday bag features an invisible, secure-zip top pocket to hold essentials, an internal laptop sleeve, a bike-light loop, and gusseted external water bottle pockets that snap closed when they’re not in use.

BUY IT: The North Face, $69.00

Trans by JanSport Supermax

Your tween or teen will be absolutely star-struck by this awesome galaxy backpack. The black and white coloring will match any outfit and the fun print will surely add some pizzazz to their school day.

BUY IT: Target, $35.99

Kipling Gaze Large Rolling Backpack

Bigger kids and teens can roll around too. This sleek bag has two front zipper pockets with slips for school supplies and a large main compartment. Not only is this rolling backpack useful in the halls, but it’s also a great travel bag for vacations!

BUY IT: Amazon, $111.36 - $149.99

Yodo Little Kids School Bag

Let your child’s imagination "saur" with this fun dino backpack. The scales are made of a reflective material for added safety and it has just enough room for all of your little one’s school supplies. And if you’re kid isn’t too fond of dinosaurs, no worries! It’s also available in shark, car, owl, and robot styles.

BUY IT: Amazon, $23.99

Personalized Baby Backpack

This tiny seersucker backpack is perfect for preschool and kindergarten students. The stripes are simple, yet stylish and you can personalize the bag with your little one’s name or a monogram!

BUY IT: Etsy, $24.99

Fjallraven Kanken Classic Backpack

Here’s an awesome pick for all ages! The Fjallraven Kanken backpack is dirt-resistant, water-resistant and wipes clean very easily. It also has a two-way zipper with a rain flap for protection and ergonomic shoulder straps for superior comfort.

BUY IT: Amazon, $79.95

Ugrace Vintage Laptop Backpack

This casual bag offers an external USB charging port, which will come in handy if your kid does any after school activities and spends extra time away from home. It accommodates a 15.6-inch laptop and everything else your child needs during the school day.

BUY IT: Amazon, $23.99 - $28.99

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