Lunch/Almuerzo @ Mi Escuelita

Eating lunch at school is yet another big step towards independence.
Typically, it takes a few days for children to become accustomed to eating lunch in this setting.
As with everything, we encourage children to be very independent with their lunch and let them choose which foods to eat in which order (so you can be sure that the cookies will be gone first!).
Children are given plenty of time to eat but are never required to finish everything in their lunchbox if they are not hungry.
Here are several recommendations to help your child succeed.
Limit lunch selections to 3-4 food items plus a drink.
Too many choices can be overwhelming (especially for 2’s!), and they end up not eating much.
Look for lunch boxes and containers your child can open and close independently.
Feel free to practice these skills before school starts.
No candy or glass containers.
Be aware of choking hazards! Cut up grapes, cherry tomatoes, hot dogs, etc., into non-round shapes.
Even soft bread can overwhelm a tiny mouth. Lunchtime is very social at school, and children often talk and laugh as we eat!

Sandwiches: Peanut butter and jelly, hummus and cheese, cream cheese and jam, avocado, and cheese.
Pasta /macaroni and cheese Hummus and crackers/baby carrots.
Hard Boiled Eggs (peeled, please!)
Pitted/seeded fruits and veggies (i.e., ready to eat!) Washed, sliced, peeled.
Cheese Sticks or cubes of cheese
Thick non-spilling yogurt.
Fruit puree pouches
Sushi
Crackers, cold cuts, quesadillas

Thanks a lot for your cooperation and understanding in making Lunch a great experience