Playing With Food
Encourage curiosity surrounding food by encouraging children to play with their food.
Read MoreParents are more than likely hearing the words “I am hungry!” more than they anticipated and possibly running short on healthy snack ideas. Don’t stress, we have some easy ideas to help you cope with the long days and hungry bellies. Here are some healthy and simple snack ideas you can try at home:
Frozen Treats:
Chilled Treats:
Pantry Treats:
Pay attention to serving sizes for snacks: What a younger child consumes for a snack should look different than what an older child eats.
Be a role model for your children by choosing healthy snacks yourself!
Host a taste test at home to sample new snack options.
Use My Plate recommendations when incorporating snacks and teach your children about MyPlate during snack time.
Eat the Rainbow: Choose natural foods that come in a variety of colors for snacks.
Encourage kids to drink water instead of sugary drinks throughout the day, including snack time.
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