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Mealtimes With Toddlers in the CACFP

FNS Document #
878
Resource type
Technical Assistance & Guidance
Handbooks
Resource materials
​ Mealtimes With Toddlers Guide
English

These Mealtimes With Toddlers in the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) resources assist CACFP operators in meeting meal pattern requirements and creating positive mealtime environments for children 1-2 years.

A separate Mealtimes with Toddlers Family Handout is available for CACFP operators to share information with parents and guardians.

Availability

All are welcome to download these materials and make copies. To download the file, please right-click on the link and "save link as."

Ordering

Print copies are available in English and Spanish. Child Nutrition Program operators may request printed copies of this resource, while supplies last.

Training Resources
  • Mealtimes With Toddlers in the CACFP Webinar Recording: English
  • Mealtimes With Toddlers in the CACFP Training Slides: English PPT
Training Videos
Assist Children in Learning How to Feed
Encourage Children to Try New Foods
Choose the Right Type of Milk to Serve Children in the CACFP

Video: Assist Children in Learning How to Feed Themselves
English

With Audio Descriptions
English

Video: Encourage Children to Try New Foods
English

With Audio Descriptions
English

Video: Choose the Right Type of Milk to Serve Children in the CACFP
English

With Audio Descriptions
English

Page updated: August 08, 2023