Ellis Backpack 20L

My kid is six and on the shorter side, but the adjustable straps cinch down tight enough that the pack doesn't bounce around when he runs. The two expandable side pockets are perfect for shoving in a water bottle and a crumpled art project, and the front zip pocket keeps his little treasures from ge

The luggage strap on the back is a lifesaver for rolling it onto the school bus, and the 20L size fits my 7-year-old's folders without being bulky. It's sturdy, though the front zip pockets are a bit snug for anything bigger than a snack pack.

The adjustable straps were easy to set for my six-year-old, and the padded laptop sleeve fits her school tablet fine. That said, the two expandable sides don't hold as much as I hoped for a 20L bag, so we're already packing light. It's decent for the price, just not super roomy.