When it comes to family travel gear, kids’ travel backpacks are the ideal option. They allow kids to carry their own items hands-free, making it easier for them to hold your hand in crowded areas.

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One of my favorite back to school memories was getting a new backpack. It was always a rite of passage to have outgrown one and get a more grown up cooler new one. With my son I’ve tried to pass on ...

I'm the baby and kids gear writer, a mom to three and former teacher. The best kids backpacks are ergonomic, well-sized and easy to organize. “I always emphasize that the right backpack can make a big ...

When my daughter, then 2, put on her backpack for her first day at preschool, I remember my awe that such tiny backpacks were even available. She was carrying her lunch, a beloved stuffed bunny, and a ...

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As students and their families prepare for the beginning of a new school year in the coming weeks, many are shopping for supplies like lunch boxes and planners. Backpacks are a school staple kids need ...