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The Daily Dish Back to School

Calling All Moms! We Found the Cutest Kid's Backpacks…And They’re All on Sale!

Because back-to-school really just means it's time to buy them a new backpack.

By Courtney Thompson

For some it’s mid-August, but if you happen to be a mom, it’s back-to-school season. Prior to having kids, I was always irked by the big box retailers taunting me with fall ads for kid’s sneakers and binders. But now that I do have a little brood of my own—and I’m getting bombarded with PTA emails and school schedules—I realize that sadly, mid-August does equals back-to-school season. Which is a bummer because I love my loosey goosey summer schedule…but I’m also looking forward to putting those sweet, darling children of mine right back into the swing of school again in a few weeks. (Who’s with me? Anyone??)

As you start assessing what you need to get your kiddos ready for the upcoming semester, you’ll quickly ascertain that this sh*t adds up. New jeans, jackets, notepads and pens cost a pretty penny, as does the ultimate back-to-school product, the hallowed backpack. Maybe you buy your baby a new backpack every year or maybe last year’s is just totally demolished, but regardless, we’ve rounded up 15 super-cute options that boys and girls alike are going to love…and they are on sale. Meaning you’ll have a little extra to spend on soccer uniforms and those violin lessons you’ve been considering. Point being: You can still be mom of the year…but let’s do it on a budget, mmk?

Puma Sesame Street Backpack

BUY FROM: JCPenney, SALE $21.99 (Regularly $30, 26% Off!)

Jansport Overexposed Backpack

BUY FROM: JCPenney, SALE $35.99 (Regularly $48, 25% Off!)

Disney's Frozen Anna & Elsa Backpack & Lunch Tote Set

BUY FROM: Kohl’s, SALE $14.99 (Regularly $29.99, 50% Off!)

adidas Hermosa Mesh Backpack

BUY FROM: Kohl’s, SALE $31.99 (Regularly $40, 23% Off!)

Dakine Wonder Backpack

BUY FROM: Zappos, SALE $24.99 (Regularly $35, 29% Off!)

Vans Peanuts Realm Backpack

BUY FROM: Zappos, SALE $34.99 (Regularly $50, 30% Off!)

Under Armour UA Backpack

BUY FROM: Zappos, SALE $33.74 (Regularly $44.99, 25% Off!)

Cat & Jack 18

BUY FROM: Target, SALE $15 (Regularly $19.99, 25% Off!)

Mossimo Supply Co. Nylon Backpack with Patches

BUY FROM: Target, SALE $20.99 (Regularly $29.99, 33% Off!)

Boden Printed Rucksack

BUY FROM: Boden, SALE $43.60 (Regularly $54.50, 20% Off!)

Spider-Man Backpack

BUY FROM: Macys, SALE $15.99 with code “SAVE” (Regularly $35, 57% Off!)

Fashion Angels Reversible-Sequin Backpack

BUY FROM: Macys, SALE $15.99 with code “SAVE” (Regularly $35, 57% Off!)

7 A.M. ENFANT Dino Water Repellent Mini Backpack

BUY FROM: Nordstrom, SALE $38 (Regularly $42, 10% Off!)

State Kane Pink and Mint Backpack

BUY FROM: Land of Nod, SALE $55.25 (Regularly $65, 10% Off!)

Land of Nod Robot Backpack

BUY FROM: Land of Nod, SALE $24.65 (Regularly $29, 10% Off!)

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