We’re about half way through the school year and let’s face it, you and I both know that the kids are getting tired of that same ole’ peanut butter sandwich and cheese stick combo you’ve got going on.
I came across this article the other day and it gave me a little inspiration to spice up my girls lunches. Or at least put forth a little more effort. I’m not an artist, so outside of a smiley face on the bag, this won’t happen in my kids lunches but I can focus on mixing up their daily options.
Peanut Butter and Apple Sandwiches.
My kids love apples and they love peanut butter. Use apples in place of bread by coring and slicing apples, smear with peanut butter and done.
For something a little extra, add some raisins, or granola.
Super Simple, Super Healthy.
Cheese and Grape Kabobs
Alternate cheese cubes and seedless grapes on a toothpick,and then top off with a blueberry or other fruit. Easy Peasy.
Pinwheels
Roll cheese and/or deli meat in a tortilla and slice into pinwheel chunks. Hold in place with toothpicks.
Sushi
No, we aren’t talking anything complicated. Use anything from Peanut Butter and Fluff to Cheese Sticks and Sun chips. The possibilities are endless.
Banana Burritos
Using tortillas, bananas, peanut butter and jelly, you have a new twist on an old favorite.
Place tortillas on a paper towel and microwave for 10 seconds. Spread peanut butter on the tortilla, and add your favorite flavor jelly to each tortilla. Place the banana near the edge of the tortilla and fold up the ends of the tortilla.
Roll and that’s it.
As I mentioned earlier, I’m not an artist, but I do love sending my girls notes on occasion. Next time you pack a banana, write on the outside with a sharpie or pen. A quick little “Hi” or “I Love You” will make their day.
If you’re not inspired by any of these or are craving more ideas, visit this site for a printable PDF.
Have any ideas you can share with the class? We would love to hear them.
