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Lunch Boxes for Kindergarten

By Laura Fuentes Updated Dec 30, 2024

5 from 1 vote

These lunch boxes are perfect for kids in kindergarten because they keep ingredients separate and come in a variety of colors and sizes!

You’ll love them because they help you avoid soggy messes, some are leakproof, and in different budgets! I’ve personally purchased, tested, use and love the ones listed for different reasons, all of which I explain below.

six lunch boxes for kindergarteners

Best Kindergarten Lunch Boxes

The right lunch box can make it easier to pack a lunch for younger kids who love finding a variety of foods inside. While most have a compartmentalized design to separate ingredients, not all are leakproof.

Whether you prefer food-grade safe plastic or stainless steel, the best option for your kindergarten lunch is the one that fits your packing style. I also include my favorites if you’re sending kindergarten snacks separately.

The best kindergarten lunch boxes tested are:

green bentgo lunch container with a sandwich and snacks inside.
Bentgo Chill Lunchbox – Built-in Ice Pack!
You can pack anything inside this bento-style lunch box. It includes a freezable tray that keeps lunches cool. 
The edges are rubberized and drop-proof, minimizing cracks -the #1 reason lunchboxes break at this age. 
It's completely leak-proof, so you can pack yogurt, sauces, and fruit, eliminating soggy messes.
It comes in 10 different colors!
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blue lunch container with veggies, fruits, snacks and pasta
Omie Box – Hot + Cold Foods!
The built-in thermos insert is perfect for sending your kids' favorite warm meals or cold foods (like yogurt) for school without worrying about ice packs or a separate container. Remove it, and use that space for sandwiches, cold pasta salads, and more!
It's sturdy and high quality, so it will last! Hand wash only.
Available in 4 colors.
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Lunchbots Quad – Grows with You
This 4-compartment shape is perfect for a younger kid's lunch. As they grow, it will become their go-to snack box, guaranteed.
The stainless steel material is made to last -I've owned it since 2007!
While it's not leakproof (no yogurts or apple sauce), it's one I highly recommend!
Available in 5 colors.
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EasyLunchboxes – Great for All Ages
The original bento-style lunch box is a must-have in your arsenal if you have multiple kids at home.
The 4-pack is affordable and comes in a variety of colors.
It eliminates having multiple containers, and it's dishwasher-safe! They also make smaller snack boxes.
It's my personal go-to for over a decade and you'll find many lunch ideas photographed in it on this website.
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pink, yellow and green lunch container with a fork & spoon
Munchkin Lunch with Utensils!
This is the perfect first bento-style lunchbox for younger kids! The stainless steel utensils are durable, and they snap directly on the lid for storage.
The leakproof compartments let you send yogurts and crackers without worrying about anything getting soggy.
It's also top-rack dishwasher safe and has a handle for easy carrying.
Available in 2 colors.
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stainless steel lunch container for kids, with a green lid
Lunchbots Trio – For Years to Come!
The 3-compartment shape is perfect for a younger kid's lunch. As they grow, it will become their go-to snack box, guaranteed. Perfect for cut-out sandwiches or half-sandwich + sides!
The stainless steel material is made to last -I own a few since 2007!
While it's not leakproof (no yogurts or apple sauce), it's one I highly recommend!
Available in 5 colors.
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Bentgo Snack Box – Must Have
If you have to send a morning or afternoon snack, this is the snack box to own!
It's leakproof + microwave safe, and the 2 compartments can handle anything from yogurt to goldfish.
The easy-to-open design is perfect for younger kids. The removable tray is top-rack dishwasher safe.
Available in 6 colors.
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You’ll also need one of these top-rated lunch bags for school and an ice pack to keep everything cool. In winter, grab one of these top-rated thermos containers, and you’re set! All you need is to fill these lunchboxes with one of these no-cook lunch ideas!

by Laura Fuentes
onAugust 4, 2023

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  1. Jenna Marie says

    August 04, 2023 at 5:33 pm

    5 stars
    This list was SUPER HELPFUL!! Thank you for sharing! I own two of the ones you recommend but wanted to add another lunch box for my youngest who is entering kindergarten this year. I did not know the one with the thermos existed! great find!

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My name is Laura Fuentes
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Mom of 3. Certified in Integrative Nutrition. 5x Cookbook Author.

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