If you pack your child's school lunches at home, the odds are that you've slipped a note in with a sandwich at some point. You may draw smileys onto their paper bag or stick a Post-it atop a PB&J. Whatever your lunch-note method, your kids will feel special that you took time out of the busy morning to think of them. Here are some cute examples from real parents for lunchtime doodles, jokes, and words of encouragement:
The force is strong with this Star Wars-themed note.
Sometimes all it takes is a quick reminder to brighten your child's day.
Bright colors and sweet sayings are perfect for quick lunch box notes!
You can't go wrong with a simple joke.
School-related puns are perfect for a midday laugh.
The dad behind CalebsLunchBoxNotes [1] is extremely creative, but you don't have to be an artist to make your child smile.
Nothing makes holidays more exciting than little reminders throughout the day!
A picture is worth a thousand words . . .
Use your lunch box notes as an opportunity to count down important dates, like major holidays!
Try drawing your family pet in a sweet doodle — it's sure to make your little one smile.
Reference your kids' favorite movie characters for a surefire lunchtime success!
. . . the alpha-bat! Keep your kids guessing until the end of the day by beginning a joke at lunchtime and giving an answer over dinner.
If you can make a pun out of your child's lunch, don't hesitate to be cheesy.
Since the banana peel comes off, save paper by writing on it directly.
Cartoon stationery is easy to find, and the bright colors will make sure that your note doesn't get overlooked.
If you're artistically inclined, a few minutes' worth of doodling can turn into a note that your kid treasures forever.
Use your special nicknames to make lunch notes extraspecial.