Between school, homework and practice, kids need fuel that keeps them going. Here are easy snack ideas that work for lunchboxes, after school and before practice.
Quick protein picks
Protein helps kids stay full and focused.
- Cheese sticks or cubes
- Greek yogurt cups
- Hard-boiled eggs
- Turkey and cheese roll-ups
- Hummus with veggies or pita
Fruit and veggie favorites
- Apple slices with nut or seed butter
- Grapes, berries or clementines
- Baby carrots, snap peas or cucumber slices with ranch or hummus
- Banana with a drizzle of honey
Make-ahead options
A little prep on Sunday saves busy weekday afternoons.
- Homemade trail mix (check your school's nut policy)
- Mini muffins made with oats and fruit
- Energy bites made with oats, honey and seed butter
- Pre-portioned bags of popcorn or whole-grain crackers
Before practice
Eat about 30 to 60 minutes before practice and keep it light: a banana, a granola bar, a small yogurt or crackers with cheese. Skip heavy, greasy snacks that sit in the stomach.
Don't forget water
Kids often mistake thirst for hunger. Send a refillable water bottle every day, especially on practice days.
After school at P3
Kids in P3 After School get snack time every afternoon before homework and activities, so they have the energy to finish homework and enjoy the activities that follow. See how it works on our after school page.
