The development of good, healthful eating habits, the foundation for a positive lifestyle, is an important lesson for school children. Family and community life has changed and school-age children are frequently discouraged or prevented from consuming breakfast at home. Children arriving at class without having breakfast are not ready to learn. Studies show that breakfast increases student attention, improves behavior, reduces trips to the nurse's office and improves test scores. Parents, teachers and administrators appreciate the positive effects on their students.
Breakfast is a vital element of a productive and successful educational day.
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