It is hard to get 4 - 6 year olds to try new foods, especially fruits and vegetables. Some children may be more willing to try new foods if they helped prepare them. Small children should not be left alone in the kitchen but with the help of an adult, children can prepare snacks and small meals. Children of all ages can put together foods like salads, sandwiches and pizzas. Keep fruits and vegetables on hand that are cleaned and cut into small pieces.
Kids can spread peanut butter on celery sticks or apple slices.
Give kids a plate of fruit, vegetables, crackers and low-fat cheeses. They can make their own sandwiches. Children can top their own small pizza. You can use an English Muffin, ready-made pizza dough, or make you own dough. Wraps are fun for children to make and eat.