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Close-up of a packed school lunch with sandwich wrap, fruit, veggies, snack, and drink.

How to pack a school lunch for your child

Packing a healthy and appealing school lunch can be easy! This guide provides simple steps to create a balanced meal your child will enjoy.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 1 lunch
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Course
  • 1 serving Sandwich or wrap, leftovers
Fruit
  • 1 serving Apple slices or grapes, berries
Vegetable
  • 1 serving Carrot sticks or cucumber, bell pepper
Snack
  • 1 serving Crackers or yogurt, granola bar, trail mix
Drink
  • 1 serving Water or juice box, milk box
  • 1 Napkin
  • 1 Utensils spoon, fork
  • 1 small Treat cookie, chocolate (optional)

Method
 

  1. Choose a main course based on your child's preferences.
  2. Select a fruit and vegetable; wash and cut into pieces.
  3. Add a healthy and appealing snack.
  4. Pack a drink, preferably water.
  5. Arrange food in the lunchbox with a napkin and utensils.
  6. Add a note (optional).
  7. Use an ice pack to keep food cold.

Notes

Involve your child in the lunch packing process to encourage healthy eating habits.