Spend some time on the weekends or during less busy days to batch cook and prepare ingredients in advance. Since I pack the lunches at night, I usually add the avocado in the morning and make sure it’s well coated in the lemon juice from the salad dressing. These meal ideas are designed to not just satisfy their little (and not so little) tummies but also to cater to their evolving taste buds.

Just like the Yumbox Lunch Box that my kids used when they were in pre-school, this Bentgo is the perfect size for tiny tummies and slow eaters.This breakfast box is perfect for older kids with a variety of foods like a bagel, grapefruit, cubed cheese, some protein from hard-boiled eggs, and a juicy Roma tomato. It has two temperature zones so food keeps warm in the thermos while the rest stays cool in the lunchbox! As a Mom of two, I understand how challenging it can be to come up with a variety of healthy, tasty, and kid-approved meals every single day.

Macaroni Salad: Pick their favorite pasta shape and throw in kid-friendly veggies like carrots, peas, and corn. One key design feature is the oversized handle - it's easy to grab, perfect for young children who are still developing fine motor skills.

If you have a fussy eater, I find that it’s best not to stray too much from what you know they like. You can add a medley of fresh grapes and blueberries, cheese crackers or pretzels, and ribbons of carrots and cucumbers for tasty additions to graze on. Selecting the right lunch box for your child can be just as important as the wholesome food you pack inside.

Arrange a variety of ingredients like sliced veggies, cheese cubes, whole-grain crackers, and mini sandwich fillings. The great thing about them is the two areas that allow for a salad, pasta salad, or sandwich at the bottom, along with toppings, snacks, or condiments on the top. The bento box is ideal for them as it shows off variety and also avoids hard-to-open packaging that may frustrate little hands.Include waffles or pancakes, fresh fruits such as strawberries and blueberries, a small section filled with Greek yogurt, some crunchy granola, and a sliced boiled egg for protein. Food Art Fun: One of the most creative lunch box ideas is using art to transform lunchtime into a fun eating adventure! This way, you’ll have ready-to-use ingredients that can be quickly assembled into a variety of lunch options.