Lunchtime is often our kids’ favorite time of day (and, let’s face it, it’s ours, too). Even if they love school, refueling their little bodies is ultra-important. Whether you struggle to get them to actually eat during their lunch break, or you just want them to remember to bring their leftovers home, the way to their hearts is with fun lunch boxes for kids.
We’ve got the best lunch boxes for kids (and bags and bento boxes) that they’ll love, be excited to use, and maybe even remember to bring home every day. We’ve made sure they’re durable, colorful, and ready to handle the school year with no problem. Just make sure to check them for leftover baby carrots or forgotten orange that ends up coming back home with them.
Bentgo Bento-Style Lunch Boxes
Bentgo changed the whole lunch box game with their leak-proof, dishwasher-safe, bento-style boxes. There are several styles and multiple compartment options that are created for different age groups, too, so you don't have to guess when it comes to portion sizes, either. And don't forget to check out their snack size options, too.
Complete with carrying handle, bento compartment, and Snack Spinner combo, the GoBe Kids Lunch Box keeps things all together in one convenient package. The airtight seal on the lunch box compartment makes sure everything stays fresh, too. Available in 4 colors.
b.box offers a range of spacious lunch boxes and snack boxes for every kiddo. With features like compartments big enough to hold a whole apple, removable dividers and trays, and an included ice pack, their lunch boxes, mini lunch boxes, and snack boxes make mornings so much easier. Available in a bunch of great color combinations. Through August 4th, get 25% off all lunch and hydration products (discount automatically applied at checkout).
Perfect for little hands, the Hydro Flask lunch box keeps all their goodies chilled for hours when you pair it with just one ice pack. Super durable, it comes in 7 cool colors.
The Rover is the perfect lunch box for grazing and small portion sizes, plus it's awesome for picky eaters and introducing new foods. Add the Rover/Launch Carry Bag (in lots of colors and prints) and they're good to go.
Sick of dealing with ice packs? The PackIt Lunch Box is freezable—you literally throw the whole (collapsable) box in the freezer and it keeps their lunch chilled for hours. Plus, the buckle handle clips onto totes, backpacks or sports bags for convenient travel to and from school, daycare, and sports activities. Available in 3 colors/prints.
The Baylee Charm Lunch Box comes with 3 charms and 22 extra spots for kids to add their own shoe charms, so they can really make it their own. It comes in 2 colors.
PBK bento boxes are designed to fit right inside their lunch boxes. Choose from multiple bento box colors and Pottery Barn Kids' huge assortment of lunch box patterns and colors for the perfect combination.
The mushie Bento Lunch Box keeps foods separate and secure 3 built-in compartments, a removable divider layer, and a sealed lid. Add the fork and spoon combo that locks into place and you have the perfect lunch set. Available in 5 colors.
The L.L.Bean Print Lunch Box has almost 1,500 glowing reviews, it's durable and strong, but soft enough to fit into their backpack. Tons of patterns and colors available, plus you can monogram them for the ultimate personalization.
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