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Healthy Snacks for Preschool: Fruity-licious Treats!

September 10, 2013 by Arena Blake 9 Comments

Healthy Preschool Snacks

When Andrew started school, I was really excited about getting to bring snacks for his class. I couldn’t wait for his first classroom party — what would I bring for Halloween? Christmas? Valentine’s Day? Ah! So many possibilities. I’ve looked forward to being the crafty mom for a while now, so when I learned that this week it would be Andrew’s turn to bring the “Special Snack” for his class, I was thrilled.

Until I read the instructions. All items had to be in store-bought containers. No peanut butter. No homemade treats.

I understand the need to keep things that could cause allergic reactions out of the hands of little ones, but I still wanted to do something fun. So I came up with these Fruity-licious Treats. They are so easy to make, and since they are all packaged, it made it easy for my little man to help his teacher hand them out to his classmates.

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Here’s what you need to make your own:

Fruit Cocktail Cups
Spoons
Patterned Washi Tape
Clear Treat Bags
Small Bottles of Water
Double-Sided Tape
Individually-Packaged Fruit Snacks
Curling Ribbon
Stickers
Water Bottle Labels
Fruit Cup Labels

Healthy Preschool Snack

Start by adding a strip of washi tape to the bottom of each spoon. This just adds a bit of fun to them! Then, remove the product labels from the water bottles and apply the Fruity-licious Treat labels using the double-sided tape. Also apply the Fruit Cup labels to the top of the fruit cocktail cups.

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In each treat bag, add one fruit cocktail cup, a spoon, a bottle of water and a package of fruit snacks. Tie a half-knot at the top of the bag using the curling ribbon, then add a sticker to hold it in place. This will make it easier for the children to remove the ribbon — they just have to pull the sticker off and the ribbon will come with it! Curl the edges of the ribbon and you’re all done!

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We have to bring a Special Snack for the class about once a month — any ideas on what my next snack should be? It will likely be sometime in October, so I’m thinking something Halloween-ish. Would love to hear your thoughts on how you overcome the store-bought snack mandate!

 

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  1. Edward

    October 1, 2013 at 2:59 pm

    That really easy to do, I’d like my wife to do the same when we house a party for kiddies. 🙂

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  2. Kristyn

    January 28, 2019 at 11:40 am

    Do you use actual labels for the fruit cups or just paper that you cut out in circles? If you use labels do you know what size?

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  3. Julia_Stanford

    January 29, 2024 at 10:50 am

    Creating fun and creative store-bought snacks for school events can be a delightful challenge! 🍏🍉 While following the guidelines, you can still add your personal touch to make them special. As for your next snack in October, consider Halloween-themed fruit cups with spooky labels or perhaps a selection of healthy, pre-packaged snacks with a seasonal twist. And just like you care about crafting snacks, don’t forget to prioritize skincare (or “le-pelle” in French) to keep yourself feeling refreshed and radiant. Healthy skin complements your creativity!

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  4. Olivia

    March 18, 2024 at 8:58 am

    A great decision to make your children’s health a priority. I also often use these methods to feed them. It’s a little easier for adults; most problems can be solved with the help of herbal supplements – https://herb-era.com/ in particular, which are good for stress relief

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  5. Elf Bar

    June 29, 2024 at 11:10 am

    I’ve looked forward to being the crafty mom for a while now, so when I learned that this week it would be Andrew’s turn to bring the “Special Snack” for his class, I was thrilled.

    Reply
  6. lucy

    October 22, 2024 at 6:29 am

    Healthy snacks for preschoolers should be nutritious, easy to eat, and appealing to young tastes. skilled nursing Studio CityOptions like sliced fruits, yogurt with granola, and whole grain crackers with cheese provide essential vitamins and energy. Veggie sticks with hummus, mini rice cakes, and trail mix with nuts and dried fruits are also great choices. These snacks promote healthy eating habits and keep little ones satisfied.

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