Food is presented to the children so that they can serve themselves, deciding how much to put on their plates. Spills are expected and treated as routine, rather than crisis. Adult scolds children for not cleaning their plates. Child is scolded for spills. Adult chastises or shows disappointment when a child shows dislike of foods.
Adult puts more on child's plate than the child can comfortably eat.
Child discerns when he or she is hungry or full and acts on these cues. Environment is set so the children can make their snacks or simple meals. Children choose menus for meals. Children make suggestions for trying new foods. Children prepare foods for sharing with friends.