Blogs Back to School: What to pack for healthy school lunches? Did you know that all kids in Canadian houses prepare their lunches? This interesting fact shows how vital healthy school lunches are. They should feed our kids and delight their taste buds. Balancing nutritious choices and what kids like is hard, mainly in the rush of mornings. To …

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Blogs Teaching Kids About Waste Management: A Guide for Parents and Educators Have you ever watched a child’s eyes light up when they learn something new? It’s magical, isn’t it? Now, imagine harnessing that curiosity to teach them about something as crucial as waste management and environmental education. Sounds challenging? Maybe. Important? Absolutely! As someone …

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Blogs Free School Lunches: A Game Changer Free school lunch programs do more than just provide meals. They create positive effects that spread to families, local economies, and school atmospheres. For example, in New Zealand, the Ka Ora, Ka Ako Healthy School Lunch program gives free meals to 220,000 students in schools with low funds. …

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Blogs The Effect of Nutritious School Lunches on Education and Health of Students Think about how a simple school lunch could shape a child’s future. In Sweden, the school lunch program made a big difference. Kids who had this meal each day earned 3% more over their lifetime. This shows the power of good lunches …

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Blogs A Guide to an Allergy-Friendly School Lunch Ideas Have you ever watched a child’s face light up when they open their lunchbox, only to see it fall when they realize they can’t eat what’s inside? As a parent and a former school nurse, I’ve seen this scenario play out more times than I can …

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Blogs School Lunches: Why Balanced Diets Matter More Than You Think Have you ever peeked into your kid’s lunchbox and wondered if what’s inside really makes a difference? Well, grab a seat, because we’re about to dive into the surprisingly fascinating world of school lunches! As a parent who’s been on both sides of the …

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Blogs Checklist on preparing healthy school lunches For a healthy school lunch, you should aim to include three of the four food groups. This goal shows how crucial it is to pack nutritious meals for kids. It gives them the nutrients, energy, and focus they need for school and beyond. This guide covers all you …

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Blogs 10 Nutritious Alternatives to Processed Foods in School Cafeterias Lunch is key for kids, giving almost a third of their daily calories. It’s vital for their energy, growth, and focus. A balanced meal from all food groups boosts their body and mind for the day. Parents in Canada often choose cafeteria or processed meals …

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Blogs 7 Creative Fundraising Ideas to Save Our School Lunches Image by freepik Did you know that school lunch fundraisers can be very effective? Even selling through websites with secret family recipes can be a hit. These fundraisers are both fun and help raise money for student needs. Whether it’s a simple food stand or …

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Blogs The Effect of Nutritious School Lunches on Education and Health of Students Think about how a simple school lunch could shape a child’s future. In Sweden, the school lunch program made a big difference. Kids who had this meal each day earned 3% more over their lifetime. This shows the power of good lunches …

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