Himani Jog

Lunch box etiquette

• Jan 30, 2023
• Himani Jog

Children’s eating habits are shaped from a young age and usually stay with them into adulthood. These habits are formed in a range of settings, starting in the home and extending to places such as the classroom. As teachers, it is important to be mindful of the way the topic of food is approached in the classroom, as well as during less structured breaks such as recess and lunch. You can help children establish a positive attitude toward food and shared meals at school by adopting these strategies.

Summer picnics

• Jan 23, 2023
• Himani Jog

Warmer days usually mean more outdoor activities, which also means more time for picnics. Whether it’s a day at the pool, trip to the beach or park play with friends, we all need some food to refuel throughout the day and help fill those hungry little tummies. We’ve put together a list of our quick and easy favourites to try at your next family picnic.

Creating fuss free mealtimes

• Nov 22, 2022
• Himani Jog

The way children feel about the foods they eat and enjoy is shaped from a young age. As parents we need to be mindful of the way we talk about food as a family and the example we set with our own food behaviours. We have put together some simple strategies to help children establish a positive attitude around meals, learn to self-regulate and become more adventurous eaters.

Storybooks about vegies

• Jul 21, 2022
• Himani Jog

Picture books are a great way to expose children to new foods they may not have tried before. Reading about new foods is like free advertising and reduces the amount of encouragement needed for a child to willingly give it a go. Whilst we know storytelling helps promote vegetable consumption, to encourage adventurous eating exposure to a wide range of vegetables is required. To help increase this exposure, we’ve compiled a list of books to add to your school or classroom library.