Everyday Menus: Special Lunch for the Lunchbox

The lunchbox is a great way to communicate with your child during the school day. Not only can you offer delicious foods from home, but you can add little surprises, like a note or trinket. For very small children, this can be very comforting and reassuring. Pack a lunch with a hearty sandwich, an easy fruit salad, and some spectacular brownies.

• Mini Hero Sandwiches
• Melon Salad
• Crunchy Oatmeal Brownies

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