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Organizing Tips

Create a freezer lunch station to save time when packing lunches.  

Early Learning

Grades K to 3

Grades 4 to 6

Shopping Tips

Compare unit prices to get the most out of your grocery budget and make more informed choices.  

Early Learning

Grades K to 3

Grades 4 to 6

Meal Prep Tips

Save time on meal prep by using ideas like this one for packing pizza in a school lunch.  

Early Learning

Grades K to 3

Grades 4 to 6

Packing Tips

Get practical ideas on how to keep meals warm, delicious, and food-safe until lunchtime.  

Early Learning

Grades K to 3

Grades 4 to 6

Unpacking Tips

This printable unpacking checklist is perfect for children to use when they get home from school. Place it on the fridge, so they can mark off each task with a magnet once completed.  

Early Learning

Grades K to 3

Grades 4 to 6

Pre-Made School Newsletter Post

Easily copy and paste this pre-made post into your school newsletter to share with families.

Early Learning

Grades K to 3

Grades 4 to 6

Looking for more advice on school lunches? 

Find resources to simplify meals for everyone—teachers, families, students, and school staff. Explore all the options below!  

School Lunch Resources

Early Learning

Grades K to 3

Grades 4 to 6

School Lunch Tips

Looking for lunch ideas for school? Our Registered Dietitians are here to help! 

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All Levels

Every Body is Welcome Poster

This free poster is ideal for Alberta schools and early learning programs to foster kindne[...]
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All Levels

Classroom Kitchen

Looking for fun recipes to make at your school or child care facility? 

  

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Grades K to 3

Grades 4 to 6

Grades 7 to 9

Grades 10 to 12

Free Resources for School Lunch

Our Registered Dietitians have developed resources to support nourishing lunches at home a[...]
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Grades 4 to 6

Grades 7 to 9

A Guided Discovery of Canada’s Food Guide

Whether you teach grades 4–6 or 7–9, A Guided Discovery of Canada’s Food Guide makes it ea[...]
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Grades 4 to 6

A Guided Discovery of Canada's Food Guide: Grades 4–6

These five e-learning lessons are plug-and-play, so you can focus on student learning inst[...]
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Grades 7 to 9

A Guided Discovery of Canada's Food Guide: Grades 7–9

Busy junior high teachers – this one’s for you. This resource helps students dive into the[...]
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Grades K to 3

Grades 4 to 6

Lunch Box Guide Program

The Lunch Box Guide is perfect for both new and experienced educators, providing a fun and[...]
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