Hungry homeschooling kids are now the problem of many families. The new normal has made most of us shift to distance or online learning, which is pretty much like homeschooling. The kids stay home all the time, stressed with school work, and get cranky when hungry. Yeah, they get “hangry.” So be ready with some easy yet healthful snacks that can appease their hunger and get them ready to tackle their lessons.

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How to Deal with Hungry Homeschooling Kids

When hunger strikes your child, every parent knows how difficult it can be trying to get them to eat anything healthy.

If your child is homeschooled, it is most likely that you have to frequently prepare for their snacks. Otherwise, they do not have the energy nor the mental capacity to do their lessons.

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More often than not, we busy moms don’t really have time to prepare anything too elaborate. Usually, we just pull out dry snacks, fruits, crackers, cookies, or a subscription box of kids meals and snacks.

But just so you know, you can also quickly whip up something from a few simple ingredients you have on hand.

Below, I have rounded up some easy snack and lunch ideas that will keep your kid full until the next mealtime. This way, the next time your kid gets a snack attack, you can give them something delicious that’s also good for them! 

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Here are some ideas for your kids’ snacks without hurting your family budget too much.

Hard-Boiled Eggs

We know, there’s nothing particularly exciting about a hard-boiled egg, except for the fact that they are a powerbanks of fuel for a hungry kid. Our little Shane loves this that I always have at least two boiled eggs in my bag while traveling back then!

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You can boil up a half-dozen eggs and use them as quick snacks for a week. When you know you’re going to be super busy the next day, prep some hard-boiled eggs that you can have for breakfast in the morning.

These tasty oblong snacks are egg-cellent for developing brains with vitamins, nutrients, and protein. 

Ham and Cheese Pinwheels

If you need a quick snack or lunch idea for a fussy eater, try this: kid-approved ham and cheese pinwheels.

They are essentially a roll-up of ham, cheese, cream cheese, and lettuce inside a tortilla that has been cut into bite-sized portions. These are lots of fun for your little one and you’ll be happy they are finally eating their lunch.

Sliced Pears with Ricotta

A tasty pear is a sweet treat on its own, but if you add creamy ricotta on top, you’ll take this snack to the next level. The natural sugar will give your child an energy boost while the protein from the fresh cheese will help keep them full for hours. You can also drizzle some honey on top for extra decadence. Fair warning: this snack can get messy!

Fruit Kabobs

If it’s hard to get your child to eat healthy snacks, make them a bit more fun. For example, you can serve your child chopped strawberries, grapes, and pineapple in a bowl.

Or, you can skewer them on a stick and make fun little kabobs. That would make for the best snack time ever. Food tastes better when it comes on a stick, right? Maybe not for you, but your child would definitely think so!

Boiled Plantain Bananas

Plantain bananas are naturally sweet. When boiled, they are delicious and very healthy snacks that can provide energy as well as nutrients and fiber. They’re very affordable and readily available, too.

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To make it a bit more interesting, you may sprinkle some brown sugar and cinnamon powder on a peeled banana. Or, you can get them to do it. Even your hungry homeschooling kids would be happy to help in the kitchen if you let them.

Other Healthy Recipes

Meanwhile, here are other healthy recipes in this blog.

• Here’s a healthy soup that can be a hearty afternoon snack: Healthy Macaroni Soup Recipe
• Try to make this Delicious Chinese-Style Camaron Rellenado Recipe. This is rich in protein and has lots of fiber, too.
• Mommy Guarantee: This Shepherd’s Pie Recipe will Get Your Kids to Eat Vegetables
• Side dish or snack. Try This: The Healthiest Mashed Potato Recipe for Your Kids