25 Easy Kids' Hairstyles for Back to School 2021

Even princesses need to get to class! Princess Charlotte's go-to hairstyle, half up for her medium-length hair, isn't complete without a delicate navy ribbon.

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Nothing says "I'm ready for school!" quite like these adorable braids. Double Dutch braids are also known as the reverse French braid. You can braid hair all the way down, or copy Skai Jackson and secure the style under the ears.

Now this is how you make an entrance. Copy JoJo Siwa's trademark style by finishing off her ponytail with a massive — key word: massive — bow.

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If she's been complaining about her long hair, consider getting a chop similar to Rowan Blanchard's longer pixie cut. And no matter what length she has, tying a ribbon adds flair to any hairstyle.

Instead of brushing your daughter's hair back into a half ponytail, first add a deep side part and section off the hair framing her face. Then, pin each section behind her ears. Afterwards, pull her back as usual — and voilà! You're left with a fun new way to style her half-up, half-down hair, like Maddie Ziegler.

She'll feel like a queen when she walks through the hallways wearing this timeless braided updo, especially if you throw in a few cute beaded hair clips, as seen on Marsai Martin of Black-ish.

Double the buns, double the fun. Add a feminine touch to this trendy style with satin ribbons in coordinating colors á la actress Millie Bobby Brown from Stranger Things.

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Velvet, satin, rainbow — she probably already has scrunchies galore. But one she'll certainly get more than one use out of an adorable and trendy metallic scrunchie like Halle Bailey is sporting.

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If her hair is on longer side, try pulling her low ponytail over one side of her shoulder. Don't forget to use bobby pins to secure the hair along the nape of her neck — like Isabella Gomez from One Day at a Time!

Whether she's wearing her hair up or down, headband like Amandla Stenberg's will keep strands out of her face — which is perfect if she plays sports after school.

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Looking for a new way to give your hair some oomph? Take a note from This Is Us's Mackenzie Hancsicsak and part your daughter's hair down the middle. Then, pull the front pieces out and braid them.

If she's dying to copy your go-to hairstyles, throw her hair into this polished (and slightly messy) topknot. She looks a little more sophisticated just as Maisy Stella does here, and her updo will keep her hair out of her face so she can focus on schoolwork.

Storm Reid's edgy style is both unique and chic. It looks pretty complicated, but you can make her feel like royalty in minutes with this easy tutorial.

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Take your pigtails to the next level with this super sleek pair, just like Brooklynn Prince. For even more style, wrap one piece around the elastic.

This no-fuss hairstyle is perfect for little ones who won't sit still for more than ten seconds. Take some inspiration from This Is Us star Faithe Herman by pulling back your daughter's stray hairs with adorable bows.

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Pigtails are the hairstyle of choice for lazy days but what about braids? Well, they're just as easy but instantly look more refined. Up the ante by using gold hair elastics like Eris Baker.

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Because sometimes you don't have the energy to fully commit. We get it. Braid two pieces of hair on both sides of her part and secure them together. Easy, breezy, and oh so sweet (just like Chilling Adventures of Sabrina's Kiernan Shipka!).

Some girls want to wear a ponytail everyday. If that sounds strangely familiar, then try out Nickelodeon star Madisyn Shipman's look by adding fun — and edgy — flair to the classic style by twisting wire — silver, gold, copper and more — around 1-inch of hair.

The right hair gel or edge control product will do wonders — just ask Grown-ish's Yara Shahidi. Instead of slicking baby hairs back, bring them forward and shape them to her liking.

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Here's proof that bobby pins can be just as beautiful as butterfly clips and glittery bows. Seriously, how chic does Marsai Martin look?!

Sometimes subtly speaks volumes. Singer-songwriter Grace VanderWaal brings the glitz to this classic curly style with four rhinestone clips. And if rhinestones aren't her thing, you can go for rainbow or glitter clips.

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Pair this twisted hairstyle with a headband to guarantee that stray hairs stay in place all day long. Yep, even after gym class. To copy Peyton Elizabeth Lee's hairstyle, tightly twist three sections of hair and secure with a clip or bobby pins before adding the headband.

Dress up plain hair with an easy braided headband like McKenna Grace's. Seriously, all you need is a bobby pin and some novice braiding skills.

A tweek on the classic flower headband is China Anne McClain's precious bun flower crown. Because who doesn't want to wear a flower crown to school?!

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There's no need for hairspray, gel, or other goopy products here. If your daughter has thick hair, ditch a heavy top knot for this half-up half-down hairstyle.