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Key Features

  • 2-in-1: tether & mini backpack

  • Keeps little ones close in crowds

Sized just right for daycare, travel and more, this cute mini backpack helps little ones feel grown up with their very first backpack. Even better? It doubles as a safety harness thanks to a detachable tether to keep little ones close in crowds. Stay-put straps keep the pack in place, while signature Zoo animals let kids show their personality.

Features:

    • Age 1-4y (fits kids 36 to 42 inches tall)
    • Tether with wrist strap attaches at bottom of pack for better stability
    • Remove tether to become a mini backpack
    • Adjustable stay-put straps for extra security
    • Zippered main compartment
    • Mesh pocket for bottle or juice box
    • Top handle for convenience
    • Signature Skip Hop Zoo characters
    • Colors & details may vary
    • Size (inches): 7.25W x 3.5D x 9H; (cm): 18.41W x 8.89D x 23H

Fabric & Care:

    • Spot clean or hand wash cold; dry flat
    • Polyester

ZOO®
Mini Backpack

Packed with Made Better
features for a big-kid step toward independence.

zoo-mini-backpack front view
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stay-put straps
keep pack in place

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detachable harness
keeps little ones close in crowds

zoo-mini-backpack side view
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fits kids 36" - 42" tall

zoo-mini-backpack back view
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great for daycare

Ratings, Reviews, Q&A

Zoo Mini Backpack With Safety Harness is rated 4.8 out of 5 by 288.
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Rated 5 out of 5 by from Nice bag The backpack is nice and colorful. Only issue is too small.
Date published: 2026-01-14
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Backpack with leash My grandson loves his little backpack and I love the leash because I can’t run as fast as he can. It’s just the right size for his little back.
Date published: 2025-10-07
Rated 5 out of 5 by from perfect for little ones got this for my friend’s two year old daughter and she loves it! has enough room for some diapers and wipes or some clothes to go to her dad’s with.
Date published: 2025-08-31
Rated 5 out of 5 by from So cute!! The best gift for a toddler first day of school! I looks exactly like the pictures
Date published: 2025-08-25
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Great toddler backpack Adorable, great material and lightweight backpack. Super cute my daughter loves it
Date published: 2025-08-09
Rated 3 out of 5 by from its small but cut Its so adorable but only holding a short items . I feel little boy likes it .
Date published: 2025-08-02
Rated 4 out of 5 by from its good quality and nice color My girl likes it. i hope it was little taller than she can put paint coloring inside.
Date published: 2025-08-02
Rated 5 out of 5 by from Pretty colors My daughter loves the colors of this bookbag. It is the perfect size for my toddler.
Date published: 2025-07-07
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What is the country of origin? Is this made in the USA?

Asked by: GracieBear
This is made in Cambodia.
Answered by: Anonymous
Date published: 2025-10-29

What are the tether clips made of?

Asked by: Rooskie
The clips and associated hardware are made from very strong POM plastic.
Answered by: Anonymous
Date published: 2025-10-29

Hi! How long is the leash?

Asked by: Miamimary
The leash measures (approximately) 39” L with a 6” loop handle and a Rein clip at the other end (attaches to backpack).
Answered by: Anonymous
Date published: 2025-10-29

Is the fox going to come in all three sizes of backpacks? 

Asked by: Csmith99
Possibly in the future additional zoo animals could be added to the line of Big Kid Backpack.
Answered by: GSCS
Date published: 2025-10-29

How long is the “leash”?

Asked by: SharonMeeMaw
The Zoo Safety Harness Backpack measures (approximately) 39” L with a 6” loop handle and a Rein clip at the other end (attaches to backpack).
Answered by: GSCS
Date published: 2025-10-29

Which size of backpack is best for 2-3 year old?

Asked by: Jancrose57
Skip Hop's Zoo Safety Harness Backpack is intended for children 1-4 years of age.
Answered by: KOSteen
Date published: 2025-10-29

What are all of the materials used to make this backpack? Is it treated with chemicals such as flame retardants?

Asked by: T33w
Zoo Safety Harness Backpack is made of polyester and is not treated with flame retardant chemicals.
Answered by: KOSteen
Date published: 2025-10-29

My son has autism and runs off. Would this work for strong kids or would it rip? He's 4 size of a 7 year old and very strong and fast. Was wondering if he would rip the harness where it attaches to the bag

Asked by: Heathertrip
Carter's is committed to providing you with quality products. If any issues occur with our products, please call our Consumer Affairs department at 888-782-9548.
Answered by: GSCS
Date published: 2025-10-29
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