21 Healthy & Easy School Lunch Ideas

Don’t let those healthy lunch ideas for kids go stale. We keep this guide to kids’ school lunch ideas fresh with fun twists on everyday favorite foods.

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You’ll also find a ton of tips for prepping and staying organized. Here’s how to pack a stellar lunch that is both healthy and fun.

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REUSABLE FOOD CONTAINERS Read the labels of all products you buy and make sure they are non-toxic. Lots of plastic items contain polyvinyl chloride (PVC) and Bisphenol A (BPA).

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REUSABLE SILVERWARE & CLOTH NAPKINS

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OUR FAVORITE HEALTHY SCHOOL LUNCH IDEAS FOR KIDS Here are some deliciously healthy ideas to help you pack a lunch with a nutritious punch.

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DIY Chicken Nachos Lunch Grilled or pulled chicken, organic corn tortilla chips, lettuce, organic red peppers, organic grape tomatoes, Mexican cheese. Shown in the PlanetBox Rover Stainless Steel Bento.

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SWIPE UP FOR MORE Lunch ideas!

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