Why are children not eating before coming to school? Why don’t they take nutritious snacks and lunch from home?
There are many reasons why children participate in nutrition programs at school. The following are just a few reasons: They take the school bus and don’t have time to eat breakfast. … fresh fruit and veggies aren’t available at home on a regular basis. … they like the social aspects of eating with their friends. … family finances are tight. … both parents are working outside the home and don’t always have time to prepare a nutritious snack or lunch.
