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12 Smart Snacks For Back to School Days

Aug 19 2017 - 2:00pm

It's a guarantee that the minute kids get home from school, they'll make a beeline to the pantry or fridge. Snack time, both in school and afterward, is one of the most important parts of their day, so they should be munching on kid-friendly food that's good for them [1]. Avoid sugar rushes (and crashes) by opting for some of these healthy snack options [2] that are great on the go or at home.

Freeze-Dried Fuji Apples

These light and airy treats from Trader Joe's [3] ($3) are 100 percent apple with an added bit of vitamin C for freshness. They are low in sodium, naturally sweet, and supersnackable.

18 Rabbits Granola Bar

18 Rabbits Jr. Granola Bars [4] ($14 for 16 bars) for kids combine sweet and tangy fruit with protein and vitamin-rich seeds like sunflower, pumpkin, and chia. The bars come in a variety of flavors, so your little ones can take their pick!

Annie's Homegrown Cheddar Bunnies

Annie's Cheddar Bunnies [5] ($4) are salty snacks made with real cheese and no artificial flavors that are sure to fill grumbling tummies.

EnviroKidz Crispy Rice Bars

For a crispy treat that's organic, whole-grain, and low in sodium and fat, go for EnviroKidz Crispy Rice Bars [6] ($25 for 6 boxes). They come in a variety of flavors, from peanut butter chocolate to berry blast.

Popcorn, Indiana All Natural Kettlecorn

Whole-grain, all-natural kettlecorn from Popcorn, Indiana [7] ($4) is a sweet and salty snack option that the little ones will gladly chow down on after a long day at school.

Lundberg Organic Brown Rice Cakes

Lundberg Rice Cakes [8] ($4) are made of organic whole-grain brown rice and seasoned with just a sprinkle of sea salt. They are great stand-alone snacks, but youngsters are sure to gobble them up even faster when topped with peanut butter or Nutella.

Organic Valley String Cheese

Organic Valley's low-moisture, part-skim mozzarella Stringles String Cheese [9] ($6) is a great way for little ones to get their snack fix while also getting a healthy dose of calcium.

Trader Joe's Roasted Seaweed Snack

TJ's salty Roasted Seaweed Snacks [10] ($1) are great for a light bite or to pair with something a little more substantial.

Clif Kid Zfruit

Make fruit fun with Clif Kid ZFruit ropes [11] ($3 per box of six). These Twizzler-like snacks are made with organic fruit and are easy to pack on the run.

Dang Toasted Coconut Chips

Your search for a healthy chip substitute for your kids is over! Dang Toasted Coconut Chips [12] ($7) are sweet, salty, and dang delicious.

Ocean Spray Craisins

Most variations of craisins [13] ($6) and raisins make for a satisfying and easy postschool snack. If the kids are feeling extrahungry, mix the tangy treat with granola or oatmeal for a heartier meal.

Annie's Homegrown Organic Bunny Fruit Snacks

Annie's vegan, organic, and gluten-free bunny fruit snacks [14] ($5) are made with real fruit juice and packed with a solid dose of vitamin C.


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