These back-to-school lunch boxes will have your kids feeling like lunchroom legends

2022-09-02 19:48:31 By : Mr. Jack Shi

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It's that time of year again! Back-to-school sections are popping up in all our favorite stores, and teacher meet and greets are just around the corner. Making balanced healthy meals for your child's lunch makes both you and your kiddo feel good inside, so we’re super excited about these lunch boxes on Amazon that are top-rated and affordable You’ll feel like royalty packing perfectly proportioned lunches into these must-have accessories for your little learner.

Simple plastic containers don’t allow you to separate lunches into healthy-sized portions, so a bento box is an absolute must-have! This Miss BIG Bento Box features three leakproof and separated compartments, so your child will be able to have a fully balanced meal. This box is both dishwasher and microwave safe, so it’s suitable for either hot or cold meals and upkeep is easy. It's also made entirely of wheat fiber and contains no BPAs or dyes. The thick rubber-coated edges of this box make it durable and protected from any drops.

Raters give it a 4.6-stars on Amazon, and one happy parent said this bento box is perfect for their eight-year-olds:

“We have two 8 year old daughters. I wanted to stop using so many ziplocks. I purchased 1 box for each girl. They’re super easy to wash, I rinse it out after school and it’s ready for the next day. It perfectly fits what we need. I usually use the larger side for a sandwich or two mini bagels. And the two other slots for fruit and chips / snacks. We’ve had no spills… The girls love them and it keeps their lunch box clean and smell free. It fits perfectly in their normal sized lunch boxes.”

Constantly having to buy plastic sandwich bags to separate your child’s lunch is both tiresome and wasteful. The Sunhanny Bento Box is 100% reusable and gives you all the space needed to pack a perfect lunch and utensils! This bento box is both leak-proof and insulated, so no worries about spills or food losing its temperature. This box is made of thick, food-grade, BPA-free plastic, and is microwave, dishwasher and freezer safe. This box also features a hidden utensil case, perfect for storing the included spork and chopsticks.

You’ll be packing balanced lunches in no time with its four large compartments, and purchasers rate it with an impressive 4.5-stars. One satisfied parent said this bento box is perfect for their kid’s lunches:

“I love how many compartments this has! It’s great! So we got the bigger name brand bento box and it broke within a year. The clip stopped locking in place. Got this for my son and I’m happy with it. It secures well and I like that it’s got a lot of compartments. He also loves the chopsticks.”

No lunch is complete without a lunch bag, and FlowFly's Unicorn Lunch Bag is sure to make any child delighted. This adorable pink lunch bag is adorned with unicorns and rainbows and is made of durable polyester. This lunch bag has more than enough room to fit a good-sized container, a juice box and snacks. The zippered front pocket is the perfect place to hide a bonus dessert or a nice note to make your child’s day.

This lunch bag is also available in over 30 other colors and patterns. It also scores a near-perfect 4.7-stars rating on Amazon, with one happy parent calling this a ‘Good lunchbox:’

“I don't like spending a fortune on lunchboxes and by the end of the year we usually need new ones. We needed one to hold a cup/drink this year, this fit our lunch box inside perfectly and the ice packs. Quality is good overall and we have had no leaks, super easy to clean as well. Love the clip to attach to their backpacks as well. Great lunch box for the price!”

We obviously couldn't get through this list without mentioning Amazon's No. 1 best seller in reusable lunch bags. Bentgo's Shark Lunch Bag is a best seller for a reason, as it’s made of premium materials and insulation. This lunch bag is lightweight and durable and features both a padded insulated lunch compartment and a water-resistant exterior. Your child will love the multiple carrying options, as this bag can be customized using different straps, handles and hooks. The shark-themed bag is a perfect pick for any sea creature-loving child, but this bag also comes in several other colors and pattern options.

Almost 8,000 raters give it a whopping 4.8-stars, and one ecstatic parent called this ‘The best kids lunchbox on the market:’

“This lunch box has been used 5 days a week for 7 months. It has no visible wear, just a little kid grim. The inside is super easy to wipe out and clean, the inside is huge too. If your child brings a lunch daily they NEED THIS LUNCHBOX!”

Just don't forget to apply the added $2 coupon on the product page to save even more at checkout.

Every child who brings a packed lunch to school wants to do so in style, and FlowFly's Astronaut Lunch Bag will have your child doing just that! This lunch bag is decked out in space-themed goodness, featuring planets, astronauts, rockets and more. The sturdy 600D polyester could easily last your child the whole school year, This compact and lightweight lunch bag is the perfect size to fit a container, a drink and any other snacks your child may need to get through those long school days. Plus, it’s BPA and phthalate free so you can trust that you are providing your little one with nothing but the best to tote their food in.

It scores an awe-worthy 4.7-stars and comes in more than 20 other patterns and colors. One satisfied parent said they’ve purchased two of these lunch bags:

“Bought this for my son for summer camp and it did the job. It definitely withstood his abuse through the summer and into the school year. I only had to purchase a new one when he finally LOST IT! Great buy!!!”

It’s time to check lunch supplies off your child’s back-to-school checklist, and we’re confident any of these top-rated products will make packing those lunches a breeze. These discounts won’t be around for long, so add the perfect lunch bag and box for your child to your cart now and put a smile on their face as they head off to the first day of school.

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