Meal principle | |
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1 | Eat together with the children in your group, and contribute to a relaxed and enjoyable meal |
2 | Be aware that you are a role model at the table |
3 | Adults are the ones who decide the kind of food that is served |
4 | Always serve the lunch dishes with a positive attitude |
5 | Respect children’s right to have their own tastes; no taste is right or wrong |
6 | Encourage the children to serve themselves, providing guidance, assistance, and support |
7 | Encourage the children to eat with the least assistance |
8 | The child decides if he/she will eat or not. They are allowed to be picky |
9 | Be aware and respect the child’s signals of fullness, thirst, or hunger |
10 | Never use food or beverages as rewards, punishments, or emotion regulation |