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    2021: Back to School Lunchbox Ideas & Packing List Printable

    July 7, 2021 by Erin, The $5 Dinner Mom Leave a Comment

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    Welcome to the 31 Days of School Lunchbox Ideas List! 

    I know how busy and intense the transition from lazy summer days at the pool to adjusting back to the 6:30 am wake up calls can be…so I thought I’d help out by sharing a different lunchbox ideas with you. You can get my favorite free printable downloads by filling out the form (down below)!

    Erin’s Favorite Lunchbox Packing Tools

    best lunchbox supplies

    When it comes to packing lunch boxes for the 4 little men, I need sturdy that will last ALL year and into the next! Which is why I recommend the following…

    • Easy Lunchboxes System & Easy Lunchboxes, Little Dippers
    • Thermos 10 oz. Food Jar – Keeps cold for 7 hours and hot for 5 hours!
    • Rubbermaid Blox
    • Laptop Lunches Bento-ware Bento Lunch Box
    • Bentgo All-in-One Stackable Lunch/Bento Box
    • Lunch boxes – LLBean & Lands End
    • Lunchbox Love Notes

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    EasyLunchboxes 

    3-Compartment Bento Lunch Box Containers, Set of 4

    EasyLunchboxes - Mini Dippers 

    Small Dip, Condiment, or Sauce Containers, Leak-Resistant, Set of 8

    Thermos Water Bottles and Containers

    Rubbermaid LunchBlox Sandwich Kit

    With ice block and 4 containers.

    Bentology Leak-proof Bento Lunch Box with 5 Removable Containers, Translucent Midnight

    Bentgo Classic

    All-in-One Stackable Lunch Box Solution - Sleek and Modern Bento Box Design Includes 2 Stackable Containers, Built-in Plastic Silverware, and Sealing Strap

    The Original Lunchbox Love Notes

    Easily add a little extra love to your favorite little people's lunchboxes!

    Other Back to School Resources

    • Ultimate Back to School Freezer Meals List
    • Back to School Supplies (coming soon!)
    • Cool Back to School Gear (coming soon!)
    • Back to School & Work Lunches Meal Plan
    • Make Ahead Breakfast and Snacks Plan
    • Nut-Free School Snack Ideas

    The School Lunchbox Ideas

    Here’s the list we shared, with Day 31 at the top, moving down to Day 1 at the bottom. Tap on each one to be inspired and get any recipes. (Not all have a recipe, some are just simple ideas and combos.)

    31 Days of School Lunchbox Ideas - Day 31 | 5DollarDinners.com
    Whole Wheat Muffins & Cheese
    31 Days of School Lunchbox Ideas - Day 30 | 5DollarDinners.com
    Pizza Pockets
    31 Days of School Lunchbox Ideas - Day 29 | 5DollarDinners.com
    Cheesy Hot Dog Wraps
    31 Days of School Lunchbox Ideas: Day 28 | 5DollarDinners.com
    Almonds, Cheese, Breakfast Bar
    31 Days of School Lunchbox Ideas - Day 27 | 5DollarDinners.com
    Corndog Muffins
    31 Days of School Lunchbox Ideas - Day 26 | 5DollarDinners.com
    Whole Wheat Pancakes

    Sloppy Joe Sliders
    31 Days of School Lunchbox Ideas - Day 24 | 5DollarDinners.com
    Turkey & Swiss Rollups
    31 Days of School Lunchbox Ideas - Day 23 | 5DollarDinners.com
    DIY Uncrustables
    31 Days of School Lunchbox Ideas - Day 22 | 5DollarDinners.com
    Spaghetti & Salad

    Tiny Tacos
    31 Days of School Lunchbox Ideas: Day 20 | 5DollarDinners.com
    Naan with Tzaziki Sauce
    31 Days of School Lunchbox Ideas: Day 19 | 5DollarDinners.com
    BLT Sliders
    31 Days of School Lunchbox Ideas: Day 18 | 5DollarDinners.com
    Bagel with Cream Cheese
    31 Days of School Lunchbox Ideas: Day 17 | 5DollarDinners.com
    Puzzle Turkey Sandwich
    31 Days of School Lunchbox Ideas: Day 16 | 5DollarDinners.com
    Mac 'n Cheese
    31 Days of School Lunchbox Ideas: Day 15 | 5DollarDinners.com
    French Toast Sticks

    Bean & Cheese Tostadas
    31 Days of School Lunchbox Ideas - Day 13 | 5DollarDinners.com
    Pita Pockets with PB & Bananas
    31 Days of School Lunchbox Ideas Day 12 | 5DollarDinners.com
    Waffles with Syrup
    31 Days of School Lunchbox Ideas Day 11 | 5DollarDinners.com
    Whole Wheat Tortilla with Faijtas & Refried Beans

    Tuna Sandwiches
    31 Days of School Lunchbox Ideas: Day 6 | 5DollarDinners.com
    Whole Wheat PB&J Sushi
    31 Days of School Lunchbox Ideas: Day 6 | 5DollarDinners.com
    Whole Wheat PB&J
    31 Days of School Lunchbox Ideas: Day 7 | 5DollarDinners.com
    Energy Bites & Raspberries
    31 Days of School Lunchbox Ideas: Day 6 | 5DollarDinnerscom
    Cheese Quesadillas
    31 Days of School Lunchbox Ideas: Day 5 | 5DollarDinners.com
    Whole Wheat English Muffin with PB & Honey
    31 Days of School Lunchbox Ideas - Day 4 | 5DollarDinners.com
    Pita Chips & Hummus

    Crackers & Cheese Wedges

    Ham & Cheese Kebabs

    Peaches & Cream Baked Oatmeal

    On set with the lovely @annakooiman! Always fun visiting my friends at Fox & Friends!

    A photo posted by Erin Chase (@5dollardinners) on Aug 30, 2015 at 5:25am PDT

    Had the pleasure of sharing my budget friendly lunchbox ideas on Fox & Friends!

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