Thoughts from a Parent

What are your thoughts on the food you put in school lunches and what do you look for when buying a lunchbox?

Foods should be low in sugar and fat
Water is good
Fruit should be in handy sized pieces to be eaten easily
I try and choose food the child likes - or it won't be eaten
Try and vary the foods each day

A container should be -

Easily open/closed by child
Interconnecting
Compartments or individual boxes inside
Easily washed - Suitable for dishwasher
No silly wee corners
Light weight
Sturdy
Bright and colourful - Most kids want the characters on the front (Hello Kitty/ Ben 10)
Big enough to hold everything with a small one to carry snack for break-time
Water bottle included - hard to fit water bottles if they don't come with it.
Handles for tiny hands?
Possibly a liner which will keep food cool in summer - can be removed for washing and replaced if necessary.