Add these items to your back-to-school shopping list.


Items that feature the PTPA seal of approval have been selected as winners by a knowledgeable and unbiased panel of parent testers, the largest of its kind in North America. Products that earn the seal are chosen for their value, functionality, quality and appeal.

Lunchbox Love for Kids

A great way to send some love to your kids during the school day. Each card in this 12-pack has a positive, inspirational message that can be tucked into a lunch box.

Available for $4 at sayplease.com


Steeltainers

No more leaks! The interior is made of stainless steel, minimizing food’s contact with plastic. Go for a litter-free lunch.

Available for $11-13 at steeltainer.com

Skip Hop Zoo Lunchies

An insulated, wipe-clean interior keeps food and drinks cold, plus an inside mesh pocket holds lunch money, an ice pack or utensils. Lunchies coordinate and clip on to the line of Zoo Packs – backpacks made especially for little ones.

Available for $16 at skiphop.com