Lunch to go

For an easy way to keep lunchtime chaos at a minimum, try making the kid's plates ahead. Sectioned plates are perfect for keeping foods fresh. You can find them at Walmart or Target or even at yard sales. (I think I paid 10 cents for this one!) Cover with plastic wrap and stash in the fridge. Now the kids can get their own lunch and it's much healthier than the pre-assembled preservative-packed alternatives found in the lunchmeat section.
Lunchtime suggestions:

• Veggies with hummus or bean dip
• Fruit
• Applesauce
• Cheese and crackers
• Nuts & craisens or raisins
• Yogurt
• Lunchmeat
• Small crackers (Cheezits or Goldfish)
• Popcorn
• Chicken or tuna salad
• Fruit leather
• Mini muffins
• Banana or apple slices with peanut butter
• Cookies or chocolate for dessert!