Boy's Backpacks on Sale

Roomy enough for textbooks and gear without feeling bulky, this one suits kids who need a backpack that can handle daily wear and tear, and it's currently $3 off the list price. Buy Now at Walmart

Built for smaller frames, so it's a solid pick if you're outfitting a younger kid for school without the bulk of a full-size pack, and it's currently $7 off the $27 list price at Walmart. Buy Now at Walmart

A functional toddler backpack that comes with a plush dinosaur toy included, which makes it a reasonable pick for parents buying a first bag for a young child. At $24, that's about $6 off the $30 list price. Buy Now at Amazon

A toddler backpack that comes with a detachable plush unicorn toy, sized for small kids who want to carry their own bag to daycare or preschool. At $24, that's about $6 off the $30 list price. Buy Now at Amazon

A toddler-sized backpack that comes with a detachable plush unicorn toy, making it a practical option for parents looking for a bag their kid will actually want to wear to daycare or preschool. At $25, that's about $11 off the $36 list price. Buy Now at Amazon

Sized for toddlers and paired with a detachable plush unicorn toy, this backpack works well for preschool, daycare, or short trips where kids want to carry their own things. At $31, that's about $5 off the $36 list price. Buy Now at Amazon

Sized for younger kids who struggle with heavier loads, this rolling backpack lets them wheel their gear instead of carrying it on their back, which can make a real difference on longer school days or trips. Buy Now at Target

Sized for younger kids who need a bag that fits them rather than one they'll "grow into," this set includes a matching pencil case so you're not hunting for a separate one before the school year starts. Buy Now at Target

Roomy enough for cleats, shin guards, and a change of clothes with separate compartments to keep muddy gear away from the rest of your bag, which makes it a solid pick for kids or adult league players hauling equipment to practice. It's $5 off the list price on Amazon, bringing it to $17.57. Buy Now at Amazon

Kids who love Toy Story get a durable adidas backpack for daily school use, and at $29 that's $4 off the $33 list price. Buy Now at adidas

Rolling backpacks make sense for kids or travelers dealing with heavy loads on hard floors or airport terminals, since you can wheel it instead of carrying the weight on your shoulders. Amazon has this 18-inch version for $63.74, a savings of $26.25 off the $89.99 list price. Buy Now at Amazon

Rolling backpacks make sense for kids hauling heavy textbooks or anyone who'd rather wheel their load through an airport than carry it on their shoulders, and this one comes with a matching lunch bag included. At $100, you're paying $30 less than the $130 list price. Buy Now at Amazon