From Joma we give you 6 tips to choose the perfect school back-pack.
When it comes to choosing the ideal school back-pack, there are countless models available: larger, smaller, square, rounded, with more or less pockets … However, many parents sometimes have doubts about how to choose the one that best suits the needs of their little ones. It must be taken into account that it will accompany them throughout the school year and that they will carry all their school material: books, notebooks, pencil cases, diary… and even their laptop or tablet.
At Joma we are going to give you the best tips so that children can be as comfortable as possible wearing a versatile school back-pack. With these tips, your doubts about where to buy it, which one is best suited for them or which one they will feel more comfortable with. Joma’s wide collection of back-to-school back-packs has models for all tastes and needs. To find yours, just read these 6 tips:
1. Be careful with the size and weight
The first factor to consider is the size of the back-pack. Children have to carry weight every day on their way to and from school. That is why the size has to be according to their anatomy. Smaller backpacks are suitable for kindergarten and early elementary school students, while larger backpacks are intended for end of elementary school and high school. As a general rule, it is important that it does not exceed 5 centimeters below the waist, nor does it exceed the shoulder height.
At Joma, we have back-packs that fit these requirements. For example, the Friendly model does not exceed 30 cm in height, making it ideal for younger children. Other larger models such as the Beta are 42 cm high, ideal for the older ones at school.
In addition, there should be a weight correlation. The World Health Organization advises against carrying more than 10% of the child’s body weight in their back-pack. An excess could lead to back problems. It is best to carry only the books and/or notebooks they are going to use that day.
2. Important: the school back-pack should have several pockets
The more pockets, the more distributed the weight will be and the less harm will be done to your back. That’s why at Joma we’ve taken the need to have everything well organized very seriously. In a backpack, children will have to carry everything from their school supplies to their water bottle, snacks or even electronic devices. That means adding more weight. That’s why Joma’s school back-packs include a variety of pockets: mesh pockets for the water bottle (for example, the Beta model) or zippered pockets (Worlwide model), interior pockets, special pockets…
In the latest collections, we have added an extra reinforced compartment to safely store your computer or tablet. For example, as in the Lion back-pack. More and more schools are becoming fully computerized and making use of new technologies for teaching. Now, carrying your laptop or tablet will be more comfortable.
3. You must always choose a shool back-pack with a reinforced back and adjustable shoulder straps
This part is essential, as it will be in direct contact with the child’s shoulders and back. It also helps in weight distribution. Our school back-packs have a reinforced backrest to increase comfort. Also, the shoulder straps are adjustable to each height and are also padded. They always come in two; we never offer shoulder back-packs with a single cross-body strap because they are not suitable for carrying weight when going to school.
4. Washable for better maintenance
Another aspect that worries parents is maintenance. Children leave their back-packs on the floor of the classroom, on the playground, they fall down, they rub against things… and, as a result, they leave them full of smudges or stains. Therefore, if it is washable like the Joma ones, this does not have to be a concern. Our recommendation is to wash them below 30ºC and let them air dry.
5. The stronger it is, the longer it lasts
Related to the previous tip, resistance is one more feature to take into account when looking for the ideal back-pack. Although we can wash it, it is essential that it does not break at first. The materials they are made of should be able to adapt to any situation. For this need, we have found the most suitable technology, adding tear-resistant, lightweight and waterproof ripstop fabric to our Moving Joma World back-pack. This is a material composed of high-strength threads, designed to increase the durability of the product.
6. A school back-pack with a design they like
It may seem obvious, but none of the above makes sense if the backpack is not to the little one’s liking. Children are restless by nature, and that also happens with their tastes. Therefore, if the design does not satisfy them or they get tired of it, they will ask for another one. To avoid this problem, Joma has backpacks with simple designs, with prints or colors, always taking into account the latest season trends.
These types of back-packs have the advantage that you can easily customize them with stickers, button-badges or patches. We give you the model, but you add that special touch.
There will always be a safe and comfortable Joma back-to-school back-pack that suits what your child wants. By following our advice, you’ll never be faced with this kind of indecision again. Your child will return to class with a top of the line backpack.
If you want to know more tips, you can read about how to choose the perfect school shoes and tracksuits.
In collaboration with the International School San Patricio Toledo.