Education
66 GREAT LUNCHBOXES
for Back to School 2016 With all the lunchboxes available these days it is so incredibly difficult to figure out which one will suit you or your small people best. Fret none, we’ve enlisted the help of Kylie, from Kidgredients who has given us the low down on her top six ‘back to school’ lunchboxes.
Yumbox Panino
Capacity: 750ml. Leakproof: Yes. Price: $40 Little Bento World This is a great lunchbox for younger kids or kids who have to take their recess or lunch break separately. Each section of the Yumbox Panino seals with the silicone seals on top, meaning it can be used to transport wet (not liquid) foods such as yoghurt, sauces and dips. The tray separates from the case for easy washing in the dishwasher and it is easy to open and close even by a 3 year old. There are loads of funs designs and colours to choose from and it fits in most standard insulated lunchbags. This is a versatile lunchbox you can pack almost anything in, wraps, sushi, sandwiches and also deconstructed lunches.
Lunchbots Cinco Capacity: 960 mls. Leakproof: No. Price: $45.95 Little Linky If you’re looking for an easy to pack stainless steel lunchbox that has no frills and is easy to use, look no further than the Lunchbots Cinco! This packs an impressive 960mls of food in. Great for big eaters and people who are consciously avoiding plastics. Not being leakproof means you can’t pack wet foods in it (even watermelon) but it does carry dry food exceptionally well. The clean lines and lack of bright colours mean it will appeal well to older kids who have outgrown the kiddy colours of many lunchboxes on the market. This lunchbox stands up to a lot of beating. There are going to be coloured toppers on offer for these early in the new year. This lunchboxes washes easily in the dishwasher and doesn’t stain or smell, regardless of what is packed in it!
Boon Trunk
Capacity:1200mls. Leakproof: No. Price: $22 Little Bento World With its cute styling and abstract elephant, it’s easy to see why lots of kids love the Boon Trunk for preschool lunches. Although this lunchbox is compartmentalised, the compartments don’t seal individually and it isn’t leakproof, but it’s great for lunches that are taken into preschool or school with care and kept upright. This lunchbox holds a lot of food, but takes a bit of getting used to due to the unusual shapes of the compartments. The lid can be difficult to remove, so it’s best for kids who have help at lunchtime. It washes really well in the dishwasher and there are now lunchbags available that fit it!
Sistema Triple Split Capacity: 2000mls. Leakproof: No, leakproof containers Price $11.99 (supermarkets) or Personalised $20.95 from Name My Stuff This lunchbox allows you to pack two full sandwiches plus sides and is ideal for a big eater with 2L capacity. The Sistema Triple Split has a leakproof container that allows you to pack wet foods such as yoghurt without worrying about them leaking over other items. The three compartment design allows an apple to fit in the lunchbox as well, which is a big plus for some kids. The whole lunchbox is not leakproof, despite the compartments but you can purchase more of the leakproof containers separately, making this quite a versatile lunchbox. The lid separates easily from the base and is held in place with clips. It is easy to wash in the dishwasher. There are different coloured clip options at the supermarket, or full coloured lunchboxes are available from Name My Stuff.
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Your Local Families Magazine - February/March 2016