Backpacks are the number one school staple, but shopping for one among the thousands of options can be overwhelming. (Should I go big or small? Pockets or zippers? Does this need to last for more than ...

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.

These backpacks for preschool through college have survived months of trips to school and back. A lot of things might have changed about education over the years, but one thing that remains consistent ...

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 ...

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We tested 44 backpacks for kids aged 2 and up—these 10 are suitable for school, to the airport, and back. Emily Hochberg is a writer and editor with over 15 years of experience specializing in travel, ...

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 ...

Anna Popp is a New York-based associate editor at Travel + Leisure, covering all of the best travel products, from luggage to outdoor gear. She has been a travel writer, editor, and product tester for ...