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As we go through the seasons, so does our food. This summer, we’ve been able to enjoy wonderful fruits like strawberries, watermelons, and all kinds of berries.
In the fall, our root veggies get their time to shine. With the ever-changing seasons, these are great times to adjust our menus in order to be able to offer new experiences to the children.
I don’t know how many times I’ve heard a parent tell me that their child won’t touch something that they devoured and asked for seconds in the classroom. That’s because children feed off each other’s energies. If they see their friend try something new, they are more likely to try it as well. Of course, there will always be the picky eater, but they are why it is extremely important to keep offering these choices. There’s a chance that they are working up their courage to try it, but it is something they have to go through at their own pace.
Need some reminders on what the required meal components are as you adapt your menu? Reach out to your Family Child Care Specialist!
Looking to update your menu with new recipes?
Check out the CACFP’s website: https://www.fns.usda.gov/tn/standardized-recipes-cacfp
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