The Children's Place for Back to School : 10 Cool Back to School Items for Kids

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Messenger bags for boys are gaining popularity over traditional backpacks. For Back to School 2006, they are a boys' fashion must-have. But, some of them can look too grown-up for younger boys. This one maintains a great balance between fun and youthful and funky-cool.

And, it's not only fashionable, it's functional as well. This messenger bag has all the bells and whistles he needs to keep him organized like: a padded shoulder strap; easy-grip handle; two water bottle holders; roomy inner drop pocket with hook-and-loop closures; front zip pocket; sturdy security clips; do-it-yourself name tag.