Lunchbox STICKERS

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After a busy morning of learning, sport and play, it’s important for kids to refuel with a nutritious and tasty lunch. So, here are 4 things to remember for a healthy, delicious lunchbox:

CHOOSE HEALTHY FOODS TO GIVE YOU ENERGY1EAT THE RIGHT PORTIONS2MIX IT UP, KEEP IT INTERESTING

CHOOSE LUNCHBOX STICKERS TO HELP YOU REMEMBER!

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Fruit 1 serve Vegetables 2 serves Protein 1 serve

Washed and chopped

1 serve =1 cup fruit salad

or1 medium piece

or2 small pieces

A colourful selection

1 serve =1 cup salad

or1/2 cup of cooked vegetables

Keep cool for safety

1 serve =80g lean chicken

or1 cup baked beans

or2 boiled eggs

Grains 2 serves Dairy 1 serve Snack 1 extra

Whole grain or high fibre

1 serve =1 slice whole grain bread

or1/2 cup of cooked pasta or rice

or3 crispbreads

Lower fat varieties

1 serve =200g tub of yoghurt

or1 cup of milk

or2 slices of cheese

For more active kids

1 serve =1 medium banana

orSmall bag of cereal

or1 whole grain muesli bar

Water bottleKeep kids hydrated regularly

EXTRA TIPS

You can combine foods for even more variety:

Vegetables+ Protein

Grains + Protein + Vegetables

Grains + Protein + Dairy

Celery sticks and hummus

Wrap with chicken and salad

Pasta with beef bolognaise and

cheese

Place these

STICKERS into the

base of your child,s

lunchbox to remind

you (and your kids),

what a healthy, filling

lunchbox includes.

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