At our school parents provide snacks for their child’s class once a month. We have developed a snack policy so that our snacks can be healthy 100% of the time! At some point your child will be completely in charge of their own dietary choices. This is the time of their lives when they are developing habits and learning ways of the world. We have an opportunity to help them develop healthy eating habits.
MSO2 Snack Guidelines:
- Snacks must consist of 2 different healthy food group options
- Sugary snacks are only allowed on your child’s birthday or at class parties when requested
- Our school is Peanut and all Tree Nuts Free
- Provide enough for each child to eat 2 snacks in the afternoon
Healthy snacks help manage kids’ hunger and boost nutrition. Snacks can keep them from getting so hungry that they get cranky. Snacks may help prevent overeating at meals. And for picky eaters of all ages, snacks are a chance to add more nutrients to their diets.
Suggestions:
- String Cheese Deviled Eggs
- Yogurt Berries
- Crackers (not Cookies) Granola Bars (no nuts)
- Apples Watermelon
- Plums Oranges
- Bananas Kiwi
- Cheese Slices Applesauce
- Low sugar muffins Bagels w/ cream cheese
- Carrots w/ dip Rice Cakes
- Finger sandwiches Turkey wrap pinwheels
- Celery with cream cheese Cheese crackers
