🎒 Blog #5: Best Travel Backpacks for Kids (That Parents Love Too)

7 days ago
2 min read

Estimated Reading Time: 4–5 minutes

✈️ Big Adventures Start with the Right Bag

Whether you’re road-tripping, flying cross-country, or heading to grandma’s house for the weekend, a great backpack can make all the difference. These kid-sized bags aren’t just cute—they’re durable, functional, and designed for real-world family travel.

Here are the best travel backpacks for kids that parents also give 5 stars.

🧳 1. Wildkin 15-Inch Backpack

🎯 Best for Ages: 3–6💼 Why Parents Love It:

✅ Features	💡 Perks
Padded straps + side pockets	Machine-washable, durable canvas
Tons of patterns for boys/girls	Matching lunchboxes available

💡 Tip: Fits under plane seats and perfect for preschool day trips.

🧳 2. L.L.Bean Junior Original Backpack

🎯 Best for Ages: 6–10💼 Why Parents Love It:

✅ Features	💡 Perks
Water-resistant build	Reflective safety strips
Spacious but lightweight	Padded back = comfy all day

🎒 Comes in classic and limited seasonal colors!

🧳 3. Pottery Barn Kids Mackenzie Backpack

🎯 Best for Ages: 4–10💼 Why Parents Love It:

✅ Features	💡 Perks
Customizable with name/initials	Padded straps + chest clip
Multiple size options	Built-in headphone port

🎨 Bonus: So many prints—dinosaurs, florals, rainbows, and more!

🧳 4. Skip Hop Zoo Mini Backpack

🎯 Best for Ages: 2–4💼 Why Parents Love It:

✅ Features	💡 Perks
Adorable animal themes	Chest clip = no slipping
Just-right size for toddlers	Easy to clean with wet cloth

🦊 Great for daycare, airports, or weekend sleepovers.

🧳 5. Fjällräven Kånken Mini

🎯 Best for Ages: 5–11💼 Why Parents Love It:

✅ Features	💡 Perks
Water-resistant, wipeable	Scandinavian style + lightweight
Dual handles + backpack straps	Multiple sizes and color options

🌦️ Durable for hiking, city travel, or every day.

🖨️ Printable: “What’s in My Travel Backpack” Checklist

🧃 Must-Pack Item	✅ Packed?
Headphones or earplugs	☐
Book or drawing pad	☐
Snacks + refillable water bottle	☐
Stuffed animal or blanket	☐
Charger or tablet	☐
Sunglasses or hat	☐
Travel games/cards	☐
Travel journal or notebook	☐

🎒 Let your kids check the boxes as they pack to teach independence and build excitement!