Choosing a backpack for toddlers

Going to kindergarten or for a walk, many children take with them their favorite toy, changeable shoes and clothes. A handy small backpack is a great option for storing and carrying these things. There are many models that differ in shape, material, color. Many parents do not know how to choose a backpack for their child, what to look for when choosing, which manufacturers to give preference to. It is necessary to understand this issue.

The need to buy a backpack for a child often arises in front of the school itself. A school bag is required for textbooks and other school supplies. For a student, the main criterion is the choice of a backpack with an orthopedic back and comfortable shoulder straps.

As for preschool children, they are advised to purchase models taking into account the child's age and height. For babies from 1 year old, there is no point in using backpacks at all. As a last resort, you can purchase a soft, small-sized backpack in the form of a toy. Children in 2-3 years should also not choose a large backpack.

When choosing a model, you should take into account such points.

• The weight of the product together with its contents should be light and not exceed 10% of the weight of the child himself.
• The product must fully correspond to the child's height. When wearing a backpack, the lower part of it should reach the sacrum, that is, the middle of the back, while its upper part should not protrude beyond the shoulder.

In children at this age, the formation of the skeletal system occurs, therefore, frequent wearing of a shoulder accessory can negatively affect not only the baby's posture, but even his gait. A plush toy backpack is suitable for babies of this age, but parents should definitely control its weight.

Children's backpacks for kids 4.5 and 6 years old already have some features. These accessories have a soft construction, no seal. It is allowed to wear a backpack at this age, but only if the model is selected taking into account the child's height and weight. You should not put a lot of things in the backpack itself. It is enough to put a couple of thin notebooks or a sketchbook, pencils, a toy.

The model for a preschooler has its own characteristics.

• Such items should have only one compartment without dividers.
• Models must have two padded shoulder straps.
• Strong yet lightweight materials are used as materials. These can be cotton or polyester models.
• Products for preschoolers should have a striking design that attracts attention.

To make your choice and find the most suitable model for your child, you need to find out what backpacks for toddlers exist. The most popular models are as follows.

• Backpack in the form of a toy. Today in stores you can find a huge variety of similar models. They are made of different materials, have a different shape, appearance, volume. What unites them is that all products have an attractive appearance, they are made in the form of favorite cartoon characters of a child, animals or characters from fairy tales or games. Such products are made of soft fabric, usually they have only one comfortable compartment. This accessory is attached to the back with two soft shoulder straps.

• Orthopedic backpack. Such models have a hard and durable back, which is complemented by soft straps, so that when they are worn, the back of the child will not receive unnecessary stress. Usually, such models are not complemented by unnecessary decor. Accessories with an orthopedic back are more suitable for kids involved in sports who go to mugs.

• Classic models. They look like an ordinary simple backpack. They have wide shoulder straps and an additional loop. They differ from models for schoolchildren in smaller size and weight.

• Accessories with flickers. They are products with bright reflective stripes that make a child with a backpack on their back more visible in the dark.

• Bag backpack. This model is another variation of stylish and comfortable accessories. Their peculiarity is the presence of additional handles that allow carrying the model both on the back and in the hands.

There are many interesting models for preschoolers. This is a small leather mini-backpack and fur models, and a plastic accessory. The colors of such products can be very diverse - both monochromatic without prints, and with various interesting images and original patterns.

Typically, the designs for preschoolers' accessories are brighter than those for older children. Beautiful and bright prints on backpacks will help them make the right choice. It can be an image of a flamingo or a tiger cub, a space rocket or an alien.

Girls will be interested in bright pink accessories with cat ears and fluffy tail. Boys will be more happy with a robotic backpack or space rocket. Kids will pay attention to bright accessories with characters from Disney cartoons, backpacks with the image of Barbie. Models depicting ponies, minions, rescue dogs from "Paw Patrol", and monsters will not go unnoticed.

When choosing branded backpacks for a child, you should familiarize yourself with the most popular models and study their rating.

• Backpack "Bunny" from Nohoo. It is made in the form of a toy hare.This model can be the best option for toddlers from one and a half years old and older. The product is made of neoprene. The size of the product is small, only 21 * 19 * 8 cm. It has one compartment, which is fixed with a zipper. Attention is drawn to the valve of the model in the form of a hare's face with ears. The child will feel comfortable thanks to a special ventilated back and shoulder straps that are easily adjustable. The model has a special leash-controller with a squeaker in the form of a hare's tail.

• Grizzly RS-992-1 / 4. This model is more suitable for boys 5-6 years old. In appearance, the product resembles a toy car. A main compartment is provided to accommodate all the necessary things. There are pockets on the side and in front, which look like wheels and a car windshield. Bright fittings are used as an addition. Reflective elements are provided.

• GULLIVER My Little Pony. Such an accessory will attract the attention of a little girl. With him, she can go to the kindergarten, go to the playground, walk with her parents around the city. The front side of the product is decorated with blue wings, on a small pocket there is an image of a pony from your favorite cartoon. The size of the product is 20 * 26 * 8 cm, its weight is 380 grams.

• Herlitz Mini Softbag Space. This backpack is designed for preschool boys. The product has an ergonomic backrest, padded easily adjustable shoulder straps, and reflective elements on the front pocket. A bright design in the form of a rocket and an astronaut against the background of the starry sky will attract the attention of a little mischievous person.

When choosing a backpack for the smallest children and preschoolers, you should pay attention to some features.

• You should decide on the weight of the product. A backpack for a child cannot be heavy, so that the weight does not create an additional burden on his body. For children aged 3 to 6 years, it is preferable to choose models with a weight of no more than 250 grams.
• The size of the product itself and its design are also important.
• Make sure that the material used is a durable and reliable fabric that does not contain harmful substances. The same applies to decorative details and fittings.
• Make sure the straps are comfortable. They should be wide and soft and adjustable.
• For preschoolers, a product with an anatomical back is more suitable.
• When purchasing a backpack, it is advisable to put it on a child. If the product is purchased for a cold pore, it should be tried on for a child wearing outerwear.

Choose a backpack depending on what purpose it will be designed for. It is enough for a small child to choose a product in the form of a toy. Children 5-6 years old can choose models with pockets and more than one compartment.