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A lightweight 8L kids backpack with padded straps, easy-access pockets, and a child-sized fit for preschool and everyday adventures.
Product Description
The Deuter Kikki 8L Backpack is made for the little adventurers who want to carry their own snacks, treasures, water bottle, and extra layer wherever the day takes them.
Designed especially for children age 3 and up, the Kikki combines a kid-sized 8-liter capacity with a softly padded back and S-shaped shoulder straps that wrap comfortably around smaller shoulders. An adjustable sternum strap helps keep the pack in place while kids walk, run, climb, and explore.
With playful animal-inspired styling, easy-access stretch pockets, reflective details, and enough room for everyday essentials, it is a fun first backpack for preschool, outdoor school, family hikes, park days, travel, and all the little adventures in between.
Why Parents Love It
- Made for smaller kids: Designed for children age 3+ with proportions built around younger bodies.
- Comfortable to carry: A softly padded back and S-shaped shoulder straps help distribute the load comfortably.
- Stays put while kids move: The adjustable sternum strap helps keep the shoulder straps positioned during active play.
- Just-right capacity: The 8-liter main compartment gives kids room for snacks, a small layer, and everyday essentials without starting with an oversized pack.
- Easy-access storage: Stretch side pockets give kids a simple place for a water bottle or small gear.
- Reflective details: Reflective accents and name lettering add visibility and make the pack easier to identify.
Built for Little Adventurers
A child’s first backpack should feel like it belongs to them—not like a scaled-down adult bag they have to wrestle with. The Kikki is shaped specifically around younger kids, with a short back length, comfortable padding, and shoulder straps designed to sit naturally on small shoulders.
That makes it a great option for children who are starting to carry their own gear on preschool days, nature walks, family outings, or short hikes. They get the independence of carrying their own things, while parents get a backpack designed with a young child’s size and movement in mind.
Made for the Things Kids Actually Carry
- Preschool essentials: Room for snacks, a small change of clothes, and other everyday necessities.
- Water bottle access: Elastic side pockets keep frequently used items easy to reach.
- Outdoor finds: Plenty of space for sticks, leaves, rocks, and the treasures that somehow always need to come home.
- Extra layers: The main compartment can hold a lightweight fleece or other small layer for changing weather.
- Separate storage: An elasticated internal compartment can help separate damp or sweaty clothing from other items.
Why the 8L Size Works So Well
For preschool-age kids, bigger is not always better. An oversized backpack can encourage families to pack more than a young child really needs to carry.
The Kikki’s 8-liter size keeps things manageable. It provides enough room for the basics while still feeling appropriately sized for a smaller child. That makes it easier for kids to take ownership of their gear and practice carrying, packing, and keeping track of their own belongings.
Things to Know
- Recommended age: Deuter designed the Kikki for children age 3 and up.
- Body height: Deuter lists a recommended body-height range of approximately 98–130 cm.
- Capacity: 8 liters.
- Back length: 24–30 cm.
- Best use: Preschool, kindergarten, everyday outings, travel, short hikes, and outdoor adventures.
- Not a school book bag: Deuter rates the Kikki most highly for kindergarten use rather than carrying larger school loads.
Product Details
- Brand: Deuter
- Model: Kikki
- Product type: Kids preschool backpack
- Capacity: 8 liters
- Weight: 310 g
- Dimensions: 35 x 20 x 17 cm
- Back length: 24–30 cm
- Recommended body height: 98–130 cm
- Recommended age: 3+
- Back system: Deuter Contact back system
- Shoulder straps: S-shaped with Soft-Edge finish
- Sternum strap: 2-way adjustable
- Side pockets: Two elastic pockets
- Interior: Elasticated inner compartment
- Visibility: Reflective details and reflective name lettering
- Material: 600D recycled polyester
- Product number: 3610423
Why ODSS Recommends It
ODSS recommends the Deuter Kikki 8L because it gives younger kids something important: a backpack that actually feels like theirs.
It is small enough for little shoulders, roomy enough for the essentials, and comfortable enough for the kind of days that involve preschool drop-off, playground stops, nature walks, and collecting far more rocks than anyone planned to bring home.
We especially like the combination of padded support, S-shaped shoulder straps, and an adjustable sternum strap. Those details help the pack sit more comfortably while kids are moving and exploring instead of constantly slipping off smaller shoulders.
The Kikki also encourages a little everyday independence. Kids can carry their own water, snack, extra layer, and outdoor treasures—small responsibilities that become part of the rhythm of getting outside together.
For preschool, outdoor school, family hikes, and everyday adventures, it is a wonderfully practical first backpack made for the moments kids remember.
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Country of Origin: Imported
Style No: #3610421
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How this gear performs
Each piece is rated for protection from water, wind and performance during play
FOUNDED BY WOMEN. BUILT FOR ADVENTURE.
ODSS was started by mothers who saw firsthand how time outside builds resilient, confident kids. What began as helping outdoor schools equip students for all-weather learning grew into a bigger mission: Help families raise resilient, confident kids by making it easier for children to stay outside longer.
Testimonials
For us, the right gear from ODSS supports what we believe most about childhood. When children are able to be outside every day, in all seasons, they become tenacious, confident, and develop an authentic relationship with the land.
— RAIN OR SHINE SCHOOL
Working with Outdoor School Shop has transformed our outdoor school community. Parents love knowing their children are consistently and reliably equipped—and that nothing is forgotten or comes home covered in mud.
— RANDOLPH SCHOOL
Our students get outside in all temperatures and having the right gear makes a world of difference. @outdoorschoolshop has gear appropriate for all seasons, has a directory to search for nature schools, and layering guides to help families know how to dress children for the weather
— HEMLOCK HILL
At The Thistle and Root, I always recommend ODSS gear for anyone who believes that children grow best through nature—so dress for it.
— THISTLE & ROOT
Ordering bulk with Outdoor School Shop was just as easy and seamless as I had hoped! As we open up a new program, preparing our first group of kiddos for any weather was at the top of our priority list, and ODSS came through with insight, expertise, and the coolest, most dependable gear around! Thank you ODSS!
— SIDNEY RIDGE