Backpack: LL Bean
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First Backpack!
Asked by A.R. from Seattle
on July 25, 2011
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My oldest daughter is starting kindergarten next month (so exciting!) I was wondering if I could get advice from all you mama's out there about what kind of backpack a...
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- I let my kindergartner pick one out at Toys R Us or Target in their favorite character. The rule is that once you pick one, it is yours for the year, so think hard ab...
- I would say let her pick. At that age it really doesnt matter-she isn't going to get much to bring home. It is so much fun for them to pick out one with their favori...
- Go to the store, pick out a folder, THEN go to the backpack section. Some backpacks are tiny, cute, perfect for kinder kiddos. But you can guarantee that a kinder teac...
Backpack for My Daughter
Asked by T.M. from Jackson
on August 17, 2011
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Hello All!
I'm looking for any suggestions on a backpack for my daughter.
She is going into Young 5's (which my son was just in last year so I know how much pape...
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- My older daughter has always been a fan of the featherlight Lands' End backpacks (my younger one prefers the small haul, but you're right, the straps are large-ish for...
- I have to agree with everyone who suggested LLBean backpacks. They are wonderful, and there are several sizes to choose from. They currently have the Original Junior p...
- I have just always used one from Target or Toys R Us and they have lasted just fine. I know you said that you don't like character ones, but they do have some pla...
Backpack Dilemma
Asked by D.M. from Detroit
on August 3, 2008
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Ahhhhh! The choices are endless!! What do you all feel about the backpack issue. Most kids I know get a new one every year with the current superhero of choice. Howeve...
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- When they are young K-2, I let them pick out the character backpacks. One thing is that they are sometimes smaller and they can't carry 20 pounds. The other things i...
- I am doing the same this year so don't feel bad. My son is going into 2nd grade but he had a plain backpack last year and didn't seem to mind. This year I want to get ...
- Well, none of my children's backpacks have ever made it through a school year so far (my oldest is going into 4th grade), so I say go for the spiderman. And then appar...
I Need to Find a SMALL Child's Back Pack!
Asked by R.D. from Richmond
on January 28, 2012
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My daughters, when they were very young, had this adorable pink butterfly back pack. It was small, for 2 year old's little bodies.
My 2 year old son wants a back ba...
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- We have a store called spencers in the mall that caries little back packs like that. we got a teenage mutant ninja turtle one but they have a lot. I think I've also se...
- I bought this one for my son who is 3 for a trip on an airplane. It's pretty small, but big enough to hold papers and whatevery other crafts they bring home from pres...
- Have you seen those little monkey backpacks with the tail? The tail is meant to be kind of like a leash. You may be able to find one cheap on Craigslist, otherwise I t...
Good Size for a Kindergartener's Backpack?
Asked by A.D. from Denver
on June 29, 2008
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I would like to buy a new backpack for my little guy who's beginning kindergarten in the fall. What size would you recommend?
(I'm looking at Pottery Barn's backpa...
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- A., the backpack needs to be able to hold a folder easily. Take a paper type folder with you when you shop and make sure your kindergartener can get it in and out easi...
- Big enough to hold a folder, a snack, and a water bottle (assuming your school allows). With room for jackets and such that are needed in the morning but not the afte...
- I would get one at Target/Wal art and save yourself money. They end up getting dragged, dirty and all that. Make sure it is big enough for artwork, extra boots, sock...
Best Backpack You Bought for Your Kids!
Asked by A.M. from Chicago
on June 27, 2011
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Hi,
I'm looking for recommendations on backpacks. My daughter starts kindergarten this fall and she is small for her age - so I don't want a backpack that overwhelm...
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- Definitely Lands End. My oldest has had hers for 4 years now. I got her the regular sized one & she picked out one of the little animals to be embroidered & her initi...
- Lands End or L.L. Bean hands down!!!
- Lands' End. Our son got two good years out of his and we're only replacing it next school year because he decided orange is no longer his favorite color. It's held up ...
Backpack Diaperbag Recommendations?
Asked by M.F. from Chicago
on May 25, 2008
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My husband and I are expecting our first child in September. As we have been discussing babygear, we both agreed that we would like a diaperbag that is a backpack bec...
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- I have had many, mothership, petunia pickle bottom, back packs, my favorite has been skip hop sling bags! Great storage, color designs or just plain fabric, check out ...
- Petunia Pickle Bottom diaper (the square ones) bags are awesome. They include straps for them to be backpacks or regular carrying bags. They also include a changing ...
- Well, I thought I'd want a backpack too but have ended up using the freebie shoulder-strap bag that I got at the hospital when I gave birth to my daughter. It has hel...
Back-To-School Backpack Help
Asked by A.M. from Rochester
on July 21, 2009
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My son will be entering the 4th Grade...Last year he had to lug an agenda (3-Ring Binder) with him everyday...on top of his lunch box...and in the winter snow pants an...
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- A., What might help is a fold-up 'dolly' that would stay in his locker and come home on days when he has a heavy load. I have one that will support a backpack or so...
- be sure to check with your school to see if they allow the wheeled ones..some schools do not..we live in a small town in upstate ny and our grade school wont allow the...
- Hi, I have had My own LLBean one for 20 years. Buy the right size one for him, and its the last backpack you will ever buy. He will even take it to college with him....
What Kind of Backpack for Kindergarten?
Asked by P.G. from Dallas
on July 7, 2009
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My son will be starting Kindergarten this August. I am very confused as to what kind of backpack should I get him, what size, with or without wheels.
Where to shop fo...
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- My son will also be starting Kindergarten this fall. The principal told us at orientation that they do not want backpacks with wheels. He said the locker space is ve...
- I would get a large backpack, because they will have binders. Check out pottery barn's large ones
- Be SURE to check with your school. Our school does NOT allow backpacks with wheels. -L.
Recommend Backpack for Preschooler
Asked by A.T. from Columbus
on February 5, 2010
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My daughter will be starting preschool in the fall and I was wondering if you could recommend a backpack. Does your son/daughter have one you just love? Is it worth it...
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- LL Bean, YES! It is good quality and worth the price. If at any time it gets old or ratty looking or broken, they also replace it for you free. A backpack with wh...
- Make sure that what ever one you get is small and your child can easily carry it. I don't think that at that age she would need one except to carry her lunch, snack, ...
- I still have my original "Jansport" backpack from my freshman year of High School, they will always be my favorite!...we always have a need for a backpack at my house....
