It's that time of the year again! Back-to-school season is in full swing, and with it what I like to call the "backpack fever". The other day, my little one pointed out the fact that his backpack's zipper was broken, so here we go!

In my household, it's a tradition to shop for new backpacks at the start of the year (or dust off the old backpack if it will be surviving another school year). We make it a family affair and love to browse fun, sturdy and reasonably-priced backpack options with the kids.

As a recovering nerd and eternal school lover myself, it takes me back to those days back home in Senegal when getting a new backpack for the school year had me partying for days.

I was raised by a struggling single mom at the time, and getting a new backpack was the closest thing to luxury back then. It's still one of my fondest memories of growing up.

Fast-forward decades later, and the whole "choosing a backpack" ritual is still very much close to mine and the kids' hearts. While I try to remind them that they're very fortunate to have so many options to pick from, I also enjoy the process to celebrate new school beginnings with them. Along with officially claiming freedom from the busy-ness of summer!

This is why I've curated a list of my favorite backpacks that take me back to being a kid and that your kids (and mine) will love:

DC Comics Wonder Woman Backpack

My daughter is a huge fan of Wonder Woman, and so am I! This DC Comics Wonder Woman backpack  is perfect to inspire the power girl in any school girl! It's $29.99.

The LEGO Backpack

This fun and colorful LEGO backpack will make your little master builder grin from ear to ear! I know mine will, and I personally love the practical knob-styled pockets and classic brick shopping. It's priced at $28!

Smiley Face Emoji Backpack

Kids Backpack with Monsters

Who doesn't love cute monsters to take to school? This adorable backpack with monsters makes is fun to carry books to school. Oh and there's also the coordinated Monster pencil case, and Monster lunch box too…

Minecraft Creeper Kids' Bakcpack

Minecraft fans alert! This Minecraft backpack brings one of the most popular games to your kids' school routine, and they'll love it!

Pokemon Kids Backpack

Got Pokémon? This cheery backpack just makes me smile! I love the roomy design, large front pocket and cute details.

Star Wars Backpack

 If you're a Star Wars fan, you may hide out and occasionally borrow this backpack from your kids. The futuristic details are great, and it's roomy enough to accommodate all their school stuff too!

Dinosaur Backpack

This dinosaur backpack is just great for any little paleontologist in the making (shoutout to my little nephew Khalifa)! It's a fun, roomy and just original pick for your future little scientist!

Marvel Comics Superhero Backpack

This Marvel Comics Super Hero Backpackis perfect for your little superhero, and includes a nice side space for their little water bottles too! I know mine is already hooked..

Why settle on one superhero when you can have the whole collection?

The Unicorn Backpack

Unicorns have officially made their back-to-school debut! This fun unicorn backpack is for the unique, trailblazing girl who likes to dream big and…in color!

Which ones are your favorites? What do you look for in back-to-school backpacks?

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