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In just a few weeks, you will send your child to start the new school year, and then you need to check from their list: lunch boxes and bags! Since the beginning of the pandemic, children have developed the habit of eating homemade lunches and snacks while learning remotely. Now the school will be face to face, and many children will want to continue to eat homemade lunch, which means you need to find a good lunch box. Fortunately, there are lunch boxes and bags suitable for New York kids!

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Use Flatbox to keep your eating surface clean! At lunch time, these lunch bags will open and become the surface of the placemat for your food. Flatbox has triple insulation to ensure that all your food is stored at the right temperature. The lunch bag is also machine washable and easy to store, making it an ideal bag for your child to bring to school! 16.99 USD.

With Pack it, you don't have to worry about wasting space with bulky ice packs. These bags are made of non-toxic freezeable gel and are built into the wall of the bag, so all you have to do is put it in the refrigerator at night, and the bag will be frozen in time to send your child in the morning! This lunch box keeps food cool for longer, so you never have to worry about food spoiling. The packaging can also be folded for easy storage. USD 21.50.

The LL Bean lunch box is available in a variety of colors and patterns, and is a popular choice for your children. There is a lot of space in the lunch box, so you never have to worry about your kids not having enough food choices. It is also made with BPA and PVC-free linings and made of sturdy materials, so these bags are safe and durable! 19.95 US dollars.

These lightweight lunch boxes won the prestigious Mom’s Choice Award and continue to be a favorite product for families. Wildkin bags are 100% play-proof, which means they are durable enough to handle all school activities. There are many designs to choose from, and your kids will love to show off their great lunch boxes. $19.99.

These lunch boxes have a lot of space to store food and have solid walls to ensure that your food will not be crushed. You can also customize your lunch box for each child! Choose from any cute style and engrave the monogram of your name on it! Be sure to check out the light in the dark lunch box they launched this year! USD 26.50-40.50.

Everyone knows the premium water bottles of Hydro Flask, but now they also have insulated lunch boxes. These lunch boxes are specially designed for children 5 years and older, and are made with flexible handles that are easy for children to grasp. With two layers of insulation, your food will surely stay fresh and cool within a few hours! US$44.95.

These lunch boxes are perfect back to school supplies! The lunch box not only has triple insulation, but also has a snap on the top strap, so your child can tie it to the backpack instead of holding it. 15.99 USD.

This double-compartment lunch box is made of PVC-free materials and will definitely give you enough space to pack the perfect lunch for your child! All Thermos lunch boxes have an interesting and colorful design and are made of easy-to-clean LDPE lining with antibacterial protection. Your kids will count down until they show off their lunch box at lunch! 8.24-14.99 USD.

Bentgo boxes have become a popular container to keep your lunch organized, and now you can have a lunch bag designed to hold these containers. Each lunch bag has a spacious internal space and an external pocket ideal for storing utensils and napkins. It also comes with an adjustable shoulder strap, so you can comfortably carry it back and forth to school. USD 24.99.

These lunch bags are perfect for children who are returning to preschool or just starting school. This lunch backpack is lightweight and thin, with adjustable shoulder straps for easy carrying. 16.05-18.99 USD.

Courtney is the digital editor of the New York Family. She was born and raised in Massachusetts and graduated from Hofstra University with a degree in journalism. When she is not at her desk, you will find her reading historical novels, spending time with her family or watching the TV show "Friends".

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