As much as I enjoy being back in the routine of the school year and the quiet, uninterrupted days while my kids are off learning, the fact is I miss them. I know they miss me too, and so that's why I love the idea of putting little surprises into their lunchboxes from time to time.
They don't have to be anything fancy at all, just something little to let them know that you're thinking of them. Something to give them a little reminder of the unconditional love and support waiting for them at home no matter what kind of day they're having. Here are 10 cute ways to send your kids a little love and a few laughs in their lunch.
Do you include surprises in your kids' lunchboxes? Any ideas to add?
Put Fancy Toothpicks in Their Sandwiches
How cute are these pinwheel toothpicks? You can stick them in everything from sandwiches to fruit and chunks of cheese.
Joke Cards
Give them some material to work with at the lunch table. This one and a host of other adorable, kid-friendly jokes are available to download free at iamthatlady.
Finger Sporks
Talk about making lunch time fun! These robot fingers will make them eat anything.
Sweet Napkins
You can buy premade ones or doodle away designs of your own.
25 for $10; Fisher Kids
A Clue
Slip in a clue with hints of something fun you're planning to do after school.
Mad Libs
Tear off a sheet and stick it in with a pen. They can practice their English and get a few giggles. You can buy them, or there are plenty of sites from which you can download similar things for free.
Sandwich Shapes
Cookie cutters make it easy to send sandwiches in a variety of fun shapes.
Photo Reminders
Slip in a picture of a vacation, a favorite memory, or a pet with a note written on the back.
Fun Pencils
From sports to princess, sparkles to superheroes, there are pencils to match any kid's interest. A fresh new one can make them eager to attack their school work.
Wrap It Up
Who doesn't like unwrapping gifts? A sandwich with a bow on is bound to taste extra good too.
