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Snacks

Healthy snacks are an important part of your preschooler’s day, in addition to regularly scheduled meals.

Preschoolers tend to be hungry often. They often do not eat enough at a meal to last until the next mealtime, and may not meet their nutrition needs if they only eat three times a day.

Help your child get the nutrients they need by including snacks as part of the daily schedule. Get a sample meal and snack pattern for your preschooler.

When you offer snacks is also important. Don’t plan a snack too close to a meal or make the snack too large.

Tips for giving your preschooler smart snacks.

Learn about the MyPyramid Food Groups:
	•	Grains
	•	Vegetables
	•	Fruits
	•	Milk
	•	Meat and Beans

Learn about:

	•	Extras (solid fats and added sugars)	•	Beverages
	•	Salt	•	Oils

Last Modified: March 12, 2009 05:08 PM