They’re going “back” in time. Local high-school seniors may be on the cusp of adulthood — dating, driving and applying to colleges – but they’re opting for very childish book bags for back-to-school.

Which Little Mermaid backpack is best? For kids returning back to school, a character-themed backpack is a great item to buy. One of the most enduringly popular Disney characters is Ariel from “The ...