How to Choose Backpacks for School

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Backpacks for school have come a long way since the piece of cloth tied to a stick and thrown over the shoulder--if that can even be considered a backpack. Today, the typical backpack for school comes equipped to carry countless type of notebooks, pencils, calculators, erasers, art supplies, water bottle, trappers, lunches, gym clothes, cell phones, MP3 players, and even laptops. Learn exactly how to choose backpacks for school.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Step 1

Get enough room. You can't go wrong getting the biggest backpacks for school you can find. Are there enough small compartments for extra pencils, calculator, and erasers? What will each section be used for, and are you sure there's enough space? If you have a laptop, is there a padded compartment for it, and is it the right size? When in doubt, get the one with more space.
Step 2

Choose a style. Almost as important as getting a backpack for school with enough room is getting one that's the right style. Sometimes you see a backpack and just "know" it's the perfect match for you, while other times it's not so easy. If you're having trouble deciding, consider what image you want to present to others, and look for a bag that you think best portrays that image.
Step 3

Find the right color. This is easy if you have a favorite color, but if not, consider a darker blue for confidence, orange for balance, red for strength, green for growth, yellow for fun, and violet for mystery. Keep in mind that style can also have a large impact on how a color is perceived, so use these as general guidelines and not the rule.
Step 4

Consider comfort. The best backpacks for school include shoulder and back pads with a breathable mesh. While anyone can advertise this, how thick and durable these pads are depends on how much you're willing to spend.
Step 5

Read reviews. This gives you a nice look at how various backpacks for school performed for others. This provides a whole new level of information for you to consider, going beyond price and even features. If after reading reviews, you're still in doubt--try it out.
Step 6

Try it out. The best way to know if you like a backpack is to put it on, walk around, and take a look in a mirror. Ask yourself if it looks good, if it's positioned well on your back, if you have easy access to certain compartments (such as cell phone), and most importantly, if it feels comfortable.

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moonlitcrystal said

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on 4/15/2009 Great advice on choosing a backpack.

zanon said

on 3/28/2009 Awesome tips, I recommend good a good warranty too. My friend's backpacks zipper broke twice and the store replaced it twice, no questions asked in 4 years.