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Kids Lunch Ideas: Fun Things To Tuck In Your Child's Lunch Box

Most of these are free printables! Doesn't get easier than that.
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Parents can get pretty creative when it comes to making their kids’ lunches. From outstanding drawings to elaborate bento boxes, we’ve seen it all. But for moms and dads who lack artistic skills, it can be difficult to come up with easy ideas to make their kids feel special. That’s why we’ve rounded up a few simple ways to spice up your child’s lunch using free printables!

From hilarious jokes to outfits for their fruits, these ideas are sure to bring a smile to your child’s face.

Fun Things To Tuck In Your Child’s Lunch
Love Notes(01 of15)
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Send your cuties a loving note with these adorable printables! They’ll definitely make your kids feel special.Source: I Should Be Mopping The Floor (credit:I Should Be Mopping The Floor)
Minion Outfit(02 of15)
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Make your kid laugh out loud by adding a Banana Minion to their lunch! Source: Party Delights (credit:Party Delights)
Jokes(03 of15)
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These jokes will have your kid cracking up at their lunch table.Source: Wine And Glue (credit:Wine And Glue)
I Spy(04 of15)
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Turn your kid’s lunch into a fun “I Spy” game. All you have to do is leave them some clues. Source: Whimsy Love (credit:Whimsy Love)
Phrases For Praises(05 of15)
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Sometimes a simple phrase can go a long way. Boost your kid’s mood at lunch with one of these positive messages. Source: iMom (credit:iMom)
Wuzzles(06 of15)
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These word puzzles (called wuzzles) will help your kids practice their literacy while they eat! These games work like rebus puzzles. For example, if the word “MAN” is placed over the word “BOARD,” the solution is “man overboard.”Source: What Do We Do All Day (credit:What Do We Do All Day)
Tootsie Roll(07 of15)
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If you know your child will need some encouragement during their school day, slip in this little treat to boost their spirits. It’ll be the highlight of their day and will boost their self-esteem.Source: Quiver Full Of Blessings (credit:Quiver Full Of Blessings )
Minecraft Jokes(08 of15)
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What kid doesn’t love Minecraft? Put one of these jokes in your kids’ lunches so they can share a laugh with their friends.Source: Coupons Are Great (credit:Coupons Are Great )
Fill In The Blank(09 of15)
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This cute printable is a great way to personalize your kid’s lunch with special messages.Source: Makes & Takes (credit:Makes & Takes)
Dr. Seuss Cootie Catcher(10 of15)
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This adorable cootie catcher is filled with inspirational Dr. Seuss quotes. Either cut out the square printable and let your child make the cootie catcher themselves, or make the catcher yourself before putting in their lunch box. Source: The Country Chic Cottage (credit:The Country Chic Cottage)
Fruity Notes(11 of15)
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These fruity notes are so sweet and punny!Source: Nature Box (credit:Nature Box)
Lego Facts(12 of15)
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Your older kids will love these fun facts about Lego. Source: Brain Power Boy (credit:Brain Power Boy)
Inspirational Notes(13 of15)
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Give your kids a daily dose of inspiration with their meal. It’ll motivate them to do something, such as be a good friend or help someone in need. Source: Happy Home Fairy (credit:Happy Home Fairy)
Brainteasers(14 of15)
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Help your kids flex their brain muscles by inserting one of these brainteasers into their lunch.Source: Kristen Duke Photography (credit:Kristen Duke Photography)
Banana Messages(15 of15)
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Instead of writing a note on boring old paper, try writing it on a banana! It’ll be a fun surprise for your kids when they open up their lunch boxes. Source: Pinterest (credit:Pinterest)

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