Backpack Brochures

Did you know that some of the most interesting and frequently read information is contained in children's backpacks? Educators know that parents routinely comb through an array of their child's notes, drawings, markers and special collections to find out what is really happening in their world at school - and this includes menus and school meal information.

Since 2003, the School Nutrition Foundation has created “Backpack Brochures" to put nutrition education and information about school meals in the hands of parents - the most important role models in developing a child's healthy eating habits. School Nutrition Association members have been ordering these brochures by the hundreds, paying only shipping and handling costs, and distributing them to their students to bring home - in their backpacks.

These customized brochures provide an excellent opportunity for industry to highlight their efforts toward reducing the prevalence of childhood obesity and creating an environment of overall good nutrition and healthy lifestyles. They contain up-to-date information on school meals, nutrition, favorite school recipes, wellness tips and nutrition resources for parents.

To order the most recent brochures, call the SNA Emporium at 1-800-728-0728 to order brochures in packets of 100. Orders are restricted to ten packets (1000 brochures) per caller as supplies are limited. Or call the School Nutrition Foundation at (800) 877-8822, ext.112 for more information.

Partners in Nutrition - Hidden Valley: Love Your Veggies	Partners in Nutrition “Potatoes - Packed ith Good Nutrition”
Partners in Nutrition “Love Your Veggies”	Partners in Nutrition “Nutrition Reference Guide for Busy Parents”

The Partners in Nutrition Backpack Brochures are made possible through generous grants from SNF's partner organizations. For more information on partnering with the School Nutrition Foundation on a backpack brochure call (800) 877-8822 ext.112 or email snf@schoolnutrition.org

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