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July 24, 2025

DoSayGive’s Back to School Favorites!

Back to School

Backpacks, lunch boxes, first day essentials, and more — today we’re sharing our tried and true favorites when it comes to school season. Backpack brands, lunchboxes, and other essentials! Scroll down to browse!

Best Backpacks: 

Initial Backpack
Cute for toddlers and preschoolers.
L.L. Bean Backpack
Durable and comes in several colors.
TRVL Backpack
Wipeable inside and out!
Pottery Barn Backpack
Grab the matching lunchbox!
Northface Backpack
Middle and high school favorite.
NIKE Backpack
NEW Nike backpack this year.
North Face Backpack
Teen girls love this one.
Jon Hart Backpack
Will last for years. Don't forget the monogram.

Lunchtime Favorites

Here’s a tip: The YumBox fits in the Pottery Barn Kids lunchboxes. I also like silicone cups for the divided lunchboxes. 

4-Compartment Lunchbox
Great for preschoolers with removable ice pack!
Smocked Auctions Lunchbox
So many cute colors and patterns in this lunchbox!
Planet Box Lunchbox
These are pricey but last for years!
Lunch Tote
Planet boxes have coordinating bags!
Floral Lunchbox
PB Kids are durable!
STATE Lunchbox
Matching backpacks, too.
Washable Lunchbox
Good for tweens! Lots of patterns and colors on Amazon.
TRVL Lunch Bag
Wipeable and insulated. Personalize it, too!
Stainless Steel Thermos
Thermos for soups and pasta!
Silicone Lunchbox Cups
Perfect to hold food in place!
Lunchbox Notes
Make their day with a handwritten note!
Slim Cooler Packs
Long-lasting ice packs to keep food fresh!
Yeti
One of our favorites - add their name, too.
Contigo
Comes in so many cute colors! Leak proof.
Owala
Popular amongst tween and teen girls. Tons of colors!
Gatorade
For after school sports!

Labels

Basic Labels
Mabel's Labels are so durable - on sale now!
Orbit Labels
Perfect for bottles and sippy cups!
Clothing Stamp
$10 Name Stamp on Amazon - perfect for clothes and shoes!
Basketball Labels
Minted has great labels, too!

Pencil Bags

Initial Pouch
Under $20 and so cute!
Colorblock Pouch
Options for girls and boys!
Roller Rabbit Pouch
Love this one! Can double as a cosmetic bag.
Supplies Box Pouch
Get this on Amazon Prime!

First Day Favorites

A little gift for the teacher is always thoughtful — and don’t forget the first day signs! 

Back to School Pennant
Love these signs!
Gift Card Holder
Show your appreciation with a gift card!
First or Last Day Sign
So cute for their first or last day of school pictures!
Back to School Sign
Cute one to print yourself!

What back to school products are you stocking up on, and what is your favorite place to find them? Share below and pin this post for easy access! 

Mother’s Day Out Favorites

Nap Mat
So many cute patterns and colors.
3-Compartment Bento Box
Perfect for snack time.
Pouch
So cute for diapers and wipes!
Bento Box Set
So good and comes with a bag!

Classic Back to School Favorites

Crayon Set
Love this for boys!
Ked Sneakers
Classic Keds!
ABC Dress
How cute is this?!
Lace Trim Socks
Ruffled socks for little girls!
White Sweater
Lots of colors!
Shorts Pack
To wear under dresses and skirts!
Apple Bow
Don't forget the bows and ribbons!
Bloomers
So cute with the monogram!

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