The lead up to a new school year is the perfect time for a refresh and reminder about Lunch Box Essentials. So, this post is dedicated to my Northern Hemisphere readers who are about to do just that.
Lunch Bags & Boxes
They come in all shapes and sizes and you will have your favorite. These are some of mine (click on the picture to be taken to each item):
Drink Bottles
It’s so important for kids to stay hydrated through the day and an appealing drink bottle will encourage them to drink MORE!
These two are irresistible:
Cutlery
While finger food is ideal lunch box fare, sometimes cutlery is necessary. Here are a couple of nifty options:
Ice Packs
Keeping food chilled is essential during warmer weather, so a couple of sets of ice packs is a must have:
Cute Accessories
Incorporate a little fun into lunch boxes with food picks, cutters and cups.
My eBook!
I couldn’t share a post about Lunch Box Essentials without including my eBook – The Grain Free Lunch Box.
The bestselling guide includes 50+ Allergy Friendly Lunch Box Recipes plus tips and tricks to help you get organized and take the STRESS out of lunch box preparation and just make your life easy!
I’d love to hear from you – please share your lunch box essentials in the comments.
More Lunch Box Inspiration:
20 Ways To Get Kids To Eat More Veggies In Their Lunch Boxes
10 Essential Lunch Box Packing Tips
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