school going kids food chart

Breakfast Options

1. Cereal with milk
2. Scrambled eggs with toast
3. Yogurt parfait with granola
4. Whole-grain waffles with fresh fruit
5. Breakfast sandwich (e.g., English muffin with egg and cheese)

Lunch Options

1. Turkey or veggie sandwiches
2. Fresh fruit cups
3. Carrot sticks with hummus
4. Yogurt cups
5. Whole-grain crackers with cheese or peanut butter
6. Chicken or veggie wraps
7. Mixed greens salads with kid-friendly toppings

Snack Options

1. Apple slices
2. Baby carrots
3. Goldfish crackers
4. Animal crackers
5. Fresh fruit cups
6. Cheese sticks
7. Whole-grain crackers

Beverages

1. Water
2. Low-fat milk
3. 100% fruit juice (limited amounts)

Popular School Lunch Menu Items

1. Pizza
2. Chicken nuggets
3. Macaroni and cheese
4. Hamburgers
5. Chicken sandwiches
6. Veggie burgers
7. Baked chicken

Healthy Food Guidelines

1. Include a variety of food groups
2. Choose whole grains over refined grains
3. Select lean protein sources
4. Limit added sugars and saturated fats
5. Encourage water and low-fat milk consumption

Note: This is a general chart and may vary based on individual school policies and dietary restrictions.