17 Back-to-School Essentials For the Quickest Packed Lunches You've Ever Made

Pottery Barn Kids' Mackenzie Cold Pack Lunch Box ($25, on sale from $35) is a perennial favorite of mine because of its functionality and durability. It comes in a variety of styles, ranging from glow-in-the-dark lightning bolts to your kids' favorite princesses and super heroes. The box comes with a removable ice pack, which also works to create compartments so food and snacks are neatly organized.