MEALS & SNACKS

Simple, balanced sample menus.

Fictional meal ideas shown only to demonstrate how a real daycare could present weekly menus and allergy information.

Day	Breakfast	Lunch	Afternoon Snack
Monday	Oatmeal, banana, milk	Chicken, brown rice, peas, fruit	Yogurt & berries
Tuesday	Whole-grain toast, egg, fruit	Turkey pasta, green beans, fruit	Crackers & cheese
Wednesday	Cereal, berries, milk	Bean & cheese quesadilla, corn, fruit	Apple slices & yogurt dip
Thursday	Mini pancakes, fruit, milk	Baked chicken, potatoes, carrots	Whole-grain cereal mix
Friday	Egg bites, toast, fruit	Mac & cheese, broccoli, fruit	Banana & graham crackers

Sample allergy note: A real program should collect allergy information and follow its licensed food-service and medication policies.