Back to School Meals

Home made bread fresh from the oven (the kids helped make it)

I would like to think that it's still summer time, but I'm increasingly reminded that school will be starting back up again soon (and already has in some places).  The stores are full of school supplies and the TV is full of commercials about back to school fashion.

There are a lot of things to think about with school starting back up that go beyond new backpacks.

For most families (mine included), bedtimes become more lax when school's out.  It's a good idea to start getting into bedtime and morning routines again before school starts back up.  Also, I know that our meal times have changed over the summer months.  I am a firm believer that good nutrition and eating habits aid learning and behavior in school, so it's important to pay attention to having good meal times (especially during the school year).

Packing a school lunch doesn't have to just mean a peanut butter and jelly sandwich in a brown bag.  In fact, many schools no longer allow peanut butter at all.  For my back to school lunch ideas, click here.

Dinner is also important and often overlooked.  For ideas on making delicious and nutritious school year dinners, click here.