School Lunchboxes For Kids
Wow-Worthy Lunchboxes For Back to School
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There are some seriously cool options when it comes to school lunchboxes that far outshine the brown paper bag. From protective boxes that keep delicate meals from getting squished and inventive bags with separate hot and cold compartments to totes that clip directly onto bags (so you don't have to worry about your kiddo forgetting their meals at home!), don't overlook the lunchbox section during back-to-school shopping. These wow-worthy options will make your life easier by meeting different needs while also preserving the lunches you worked hard to pack!
1 Pop Up Silicone Single Lunch Box
Not only is the French Bull Pop Up Silicone Single Lunch Box ($16) microwave, freezer, and dishwasher safe, but it also collapses for easy storage and comes with a convenient combo utensil.
2 Blue Ice Lolly Lunchbox
Herschel's Blue Ice Lolly Lunchbox ($38) comes with a sewn-in name tag in the back to prevent your little one from losing this sweet lunch bag.
3 MB Square Bento Box
With increased capacity, the MB Square Bento Box ($32) has room for even the heartiest of lunches and separates parts of your little one's meal with a handy inner food container.
4 Kids All-In-One Backpack With Integrated Cooler
This all-in-one backpack ($55) features an integrated, insulated cooler so your kiddo will never leave his or her lunch in the morning.
5 Spencer Bento Box
There's no need for lots of plastic bags thanks to the organized Spencer Bento Box ($17).
6 Yuba Lunchbox
Yubo's custom lunchbox ($42) comes with a detachable handle for whether your little one wants to carry it vertically or horizontally, is BPA-free, and has three containers and an ice pack to keep things organized.
7 Colton Lunch Bag
With separate compartments to keep things from getting soggy and durable polyester, the Colton Lunch Bag ($35) is a strong choice.
8 Lightning McQueen Lunch Tote
The Lightning McQueen Lunch Tote ($15) isn't just cool thanks to its "tool box" design but is also practical by easily attaching to the matching backpack.
9 Milkdot Insulated Lunch Tote
The Milkdot Insulated Lunch Tote ($27) offers a sleek design that keeps everything organized and folds flat for practical storage between use.
10 Double Decker Lunch Bag
Wildkin's Double Decker Lunch Bag ($28) offers a two-tiered design that's roomy enough for a variety of meal options and comes with an adjustable strap to make carrying it easy for any age.
11 OmieBox
OmieBox ($40) is a clever bento box option that actually keeps different sections hot and cold.
12 Pop Quiz Lunch Box
The Pop Quiz Lunch Box ($30) has insulated material that easily wipes clean to combat any accidental spills.
13 Messenger Lunch Bag
With two fun ways to carry Igloo Hot Brights' Messenger Lunch Bag ($17) and the additional exterior storage, your kiddo will be excited to use this sporty alternative.
14 Skip Hop Zoo Insulated Lunch Bag
The Skip Hop Zoo Insulated Lunch Bag ($15) is sized just right for your little one, and a portion of profits go to charities benefiting parents and children.
15 Raw Linen Lunch Box
SoYoung's Raw Linen Lunch Box ($30) isn't just seriously cool, the vertical design is also ideal for snack containers and detachable snaps allow for easy storage overnight in the fridge.
16 Mushroom Lunch Box
Your child will love the woodland feel of this Mushroom Lunch Box ($22), and you'll appreciate the protective base that keeps lunches from getting destroyed in their backpack.
17 Stainless Bento Box
Go with a Stainless Bento Box ($49) that actually holds everything you want to pack.
18 L.L. Bean Lunch Box
L.L. Bean's Lunch Box ($20) is made from tough material and offers the best of both worlds: it's compact enough to fit in their bags while also allowing enough room to pack satisfying lunches.
19 Soft Sided Lunch Box
This monogrammed Soft Sided Lunch Box ($19) can accommodate bigger items like reusable containers, and the main section completely opens to make packing a little easier for moms and dads.
20 Igloo Lunch Bag
With a leak-resistant liner and hinged top, this Igloo Lunch Bag ($15) is just right for lunchtime storage.
21 Superman Classic Lunch Bag
The Superman Classic Lunch Bag ($25) easily fits a convenient hot and cold food storage container and can attach to the matching backpack, and its interior is lined with food-safe vinyl that's chlorine-free.
22 Woodland Friends Lunch Tote
The Woodland Friends Lunch Tote ($10) offers two key features: antimicrobial treatment lining to prevent mold and mildew buildup as well as cold sensor technology to let you know when food is losing its chill.
23 Monkey Lunch Tote
EcoGear EcoZoo's Monkey Lunch Tote ($25) keeps hot or cold thanks to its natural cotton canvas and comes with a lunch mat that easily folds into the back pocket.
24 J World Corey Blinker Blue Lunch Tote
J World's Corey Blinker Blue Lunch Tote ($28) doesn't just add style to the cafeteria, it also has room to stash all of their reusable containers and separate space for utensils.
25 Lunch Tote Bag
The Hadaki by Kalencom Lunch Tote Bag ($32) proves that meals don't have to be stored in boxes.
26 Skip Hop Zoo Lunch Box Kit
Skip Hop Zoo's Lunch Box Kit ($9) makes meals fun, and the rubber seal prevents pesky leaks.
27 Bento Lunch Box Kit
A twist on the traditional bento box, the Fit and Fresh Bento Lunch Box Kit ($18) comes with built-in ice packs to keep lunch perfectly chilled.
28 Frozen Anna and Elsa Girls Backpack and Lunch Box Set
The lunchbox has its own pocket within the Frozen Anna and Elsa backpack set ($30) to make remembering to bring lunch that much easier.
29 L.L. Bean Flip-Top Lunch Box
L.L. Bean's Flip-Top Lunch Box ($25) can keep lunches colder for longer periods of time.
