That time of year! Recently one of my friends posted this article on Facebook, it rates backpacks. And so I was inspired to find you some deals on good backpacks.

First, Office Max is giving 100% back in rewards when you purchase select backpacks. Limit 2 per card.

Staples is only giving 50% back in rewards, but to me, it’s not worth going all the way down to Office Max. So, just depends on what is available to you.

the L.L.Bean classic backpack

L.L.Bean is offering free shipping, no minimum order. That’s the only deal they have right now. If you get an L.L.Bean Visa, you can begin earning L.L.Bean rewards AND get free monogramming. My two boys have monogrammed L.L.Bean backpacks with matching lunch boxes, and we love them. It was a splurge, I paid full price for it all, but don’t regret it. They have a timeless, classic look to them and they’ll last forever. If you live near a store, you may be able to find a clearance deal on a discontinued color or something. And their outlets have great deals on all things, including backpacks.

Hanna Anderssen-I was kinda surprised to see this on the list, I don’t really think about them for backpacks, only for their cute clothes. But at $28, that’s a good price for a backpack! And they are having a sale!

Adding the post I did about deals at Lands End the other day, since they are mentioned in the article. Plus, a friend posted about a deal going on at the Disney store, if your kids are into Disney. It’s on the Facebook wall.