Family Features Best lunchboxes for kids going back to school These stylish and functional lunchboxes will keep school lunchtime fun and hassle-free. By Editorial August 9, 2017 (Back to School Guide) For preschool: Skip Hop Zoo Lunchie Insulated Kids Lunch Bag, $15 Appropriately sized for small hands without skimping on the storage, the colorful Skip Hop Zoo Lunchie Lunch Bag brightens up preschool lunch hour. Parents love the nontoxic, wipe-clean, insulated interior, and preschoolers feel independent handling the easy-to-use zipper. With over two dozen animals to choose from, such as panda, monkey, giraffe, frog and unicorn, little ones are sure to find a critter to match their personality. For preschool through second grade: Hanna Andersson What’s for Lunch Bag, $28 Made from heavy-duty 600-denier polyester, these sturdy lunch bags are stain- and water-resistant. Their flexible design can hold most lunch containers and a 16.9-ounce water bottle. Choose from cheery prints or favorite characters such as Star Wars, Peanuts or Justice League. For all ages: Lands’ End ClassMate EZ-Wipe Lunch Box, $24 This durable, classic lunchbox has a seamless interior that cleans with the wipe of a sponge. It’s spacious enough to hold plenty of food containers and insulated to keep food cold for up to five hours. The lunchbox’s clip handle attaches to backpacks for easy, hands-free carrying. It comes in solid and print designs and can be personalized with monograms or embroidery. For elementary school: Go Green Lunch Box Set, $35 The average school-age child generates an estimated 67 pounds of lunch waste each year. Help the planet by using this kid- and eco-friendly lunch set. Each kit is complete with an insulated carrier, a nontoxic, five-compartment food container and an 8-ounce stainless steel water bottle. They come in a variety of vibrant prints and can be customized with a monogram. For middle through high school: Pack-It Freezable Roll top Lunch Bag, $20 Put the entire bag in the freezer overnight, and by morning, it’s ready to chill food all day long. The Freezable Rolltop Lunch Bag is made with food-safe material, features a toxic-free interior and collapses flat for easy storage. Plus, the top-loading design makes it easy for older children to pack their own lunches.