This High Sierra backpack is built to handle everything kids throw at it - literally. The laptop hammock feature is genius - it cradles devices instead of just letting them bounce around at the bottom of the bag. There are pockets everywhere, so everything from water bottles to textbooks to random school supplies has its own spot. The air mesh back panel and straps are super comfortable even when it's packed heavy, and the reflective details actually work well for those early morning bus stops. My 10-year-old has been using his for 6 months now and it still looks new despite being dragged across playgrounds and stuffed under bus seats. The organization system actually makes sense - unlike some backpacks where you just have one giant compartment. The quality feels much higher than the price would suggest, and it comes in colors that kids actually like without being too babyish. Perfect for school, but we've also used it for weekend trips and it held up great. Definitely worth the money compared to the flimsy character backpacks that fall apart in two months.