Kid Backpacks in various Styles and Sizes
There are various styles of kid backpacks available. School and wheeled backpacks are the most common styles.
Price range is about $25-50, but the price can be more than $100 for leather models and wheeled backpacks.
Features to look for:
1. Padded shoulder straps will make it more comfortable.
2. The bag should have at least one large compartment.
3. Additional pockets for accessories, CD player or cell phone are helpful.
4. A carrying handle to carry the bag by hand.
5. Wheeled models should have a self locking push button handle system.
6. Side mesh pockets are convenient.
7. A waist belt to stabilize the bag.
8. Mesh fabric provides ventilation on hot days.
9. Waterproof material.
For example, the Tribal Backpack by Jan Sport costs about about $30. It has comfortable shoulder straps, one large compartment, three other pockets and a carrying handle.
The Eclipse Rolling Backpack costs about $35. It features a self locking handle system, a heavy duty in line skate wheel system, a padded wheel cover with a shoulder strap, front and side zippered pockets. It also has a mesh pocket for a water bottle.
Loaded bags should not weigh more than 10-20% of the child's weight to avoid injuries.
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