The choice of a kid’s backpack depends on the child’s age and build. For young children, children’s backpacks are primarily used as daycare backpacks. Larger children’s backpacks may also be designed as hiking backpacks for children. In that case, they feature a carrying system with a hip belt that transfers part of the load to the hips, thereby relieving pressure on the shoulders and spine.
| Age | Backpack volume | Tatonka model |
| 3 – 5 years | approx. 10 liters | Husky Bag 10 |
| 6 – 10 years | approx. 12–15 liters | City Pack JR 12, Rolltop Pack JR 14, Wokin 15 |
| ages 10 and up | 20 liters | Mani 20 |
| ages 12 and up | approx. 30 liters | Yukon 32 JR, Akela 35 |
The following features distinguish Tatonka’s kids’ backpacks:
As a general rule, a kids’ backpack shouldn’t be packed too full. As a guideline, children shouldn’t carry more than 10% of their own body weight.
Children should only carry a backpack over long distances if they actually want to.
