One of my favorite back to school memories was getting a new backpack. It was always a rite of passage to have outgrown one and get a more grown up cooler new one. With my son I’ve tried to pass on ...

It’s officially that time again… back-to-school season. But before class is officially back in session, shopping must be done. We’re sure you know the drill by now: with a new school year comes the ...

Bottom Line: The North Face Kids' Court Jester combines top backpack features with a simplified design and a size ideal for middle school and junior high. Pros: Made of high-quality 600D polyester to ...

Back-to-school deals are already heating up, with new arrivals (and limited-time prices) at Vera Bradley topping our list. The Just Right Bancroft Backpack is on sale for $60, and it’s available in a ...

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As back-to-school planning jumps into high gear, my top recommendation is a secure, high-tech backpack that's ready for anything. Equipping a backpack with a little bit of smart technology is an ...

AND ALL THAT PARKING INFORMATION. WELL, DISTRIBUTION DAY ONE JUST WRAPPED UP FOR THE 25TH ANNUAL SALVATION ARMY. SEVEN CAN HELP KIDS BACK TO SCHOOL. BACKPACK DRIVE. AND THAT MEANS STUDENTS ACROSS THE ...

Nearly every elementary school student in Japan carries a book bag known as a randoseru, a staple of Japanese childhood for close to 150 years. No one mandates that students use these backpacks, but ...