If you pack your kids lunch everyday, you are packing 150+ lunches each year. And if you have multiple kids' lunches to pack, well...let's just not think about that math! In an effort to help YOU make lunch packing easier and more fun, we've rounded up our top-rated kids lunch boxes, lunch bags, containers, and accessories!

Top 5 Lunch Boxes:

1. Omie Box - The first and only insulated bento box that allows you to pack BOTH hot and cold food in the same box. Comes with a removable food thermos jar. The compartments are deep which allows you to pack a great amount of food. Can be decorated with fun stickers on the outside. We likes these best for elementary school kids.

2. YumbBox: Balance and portion controlled compartments to ensure you are packing a healthy and hassle-free lunch. Leakproof single lid - you can pack yogurt next to crackers with no worries! Comes in a few different sizes. We like these best for preschoolers.

3. LunchBots: Made of the highest quality stainless steel, easy-to-clean, and virtually unbreakable. Bento Trio food containers are best for dry foods as lids are not water tight. These are good for preschool or elementary kids.

4. Planetbox: Stainless steel bento style lunchbox. Has 3 different sizes (Rover, Shuttle, and Launch) depending on the size you need for your child. Can be leak-proof if you use their extra container inserts that have lids. Can be decorated with fun magnets on the outside. We like these for elementary school kids.

5. Bentgo Lunch Box: 5 practical compartments portioned for a child's appetite. Leak-proof technology that keeps meals and snacks fresh and mess-free. We like these for preschoolers.

And here are our TOP TEN other favorite accessories to make life easier and more fun when packing lunches:

1. Pottery Barn cold-pack lunch bag - You just can’t beat the size and durability of the Pottery Barn Cold-Pack Lunch Bags. They fit every one of our favorite lunch boxes and have a little room to space for silverware, a cute note, and even has a drink compartment on the side. Plus, it has the front zipper pocket if you want to slip in the slim ice packs to keep things cool.

2. Slim ice packs - These ice packs are slim and compact, yet powerful. They are perfect for tight spaces or stacking together for even greater cooling power.

3. Food picks - One way to jazz up lunch is to put their food on food picks or toothpicks. It's magical because the food pick puts the focus on the stick rather than the food. The child starts thinking about how they want to pick up the stick which instantly makes the food more fun to interact with and changes the vibe.

4. Reusable food pouches - We love these reusable pouches because they have an extra wide zipper opening which makes filling and cleaning super easy. Try filling them with applesauce, smoothies, yogurt, baby food, fruit/veggie purees, etc.

5. Lunchbox notes - A simple way to send a loving note that is sure to bring a smile to your child’s face.

6. Silicone muffin tins - Have a kid who really doesn’t like their food to touch? These silicone muffin tins are great to have one hand to further separate food. We also love that they offer bright colors which usually dazzles the eyes when your kid goes to open their lunch.

7. Small condiment containers with lids - these small metal containers are great for serving dips and sauces. Comes with a silicone lid.

8. Stasher bags - High quality, reusuable sandwich and snack bags.

9. Paper bags - Love keeping these paper bags on hand when you need to pack a classic paper bag lunch for a field trip or field day. A better choice for your health and the earth compared to plastic!

10. Silverware set - A simple, compact silverware set that comes with a carrying case.

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