(Optional) Prepare developmentally appropriate and nutritious snacks or meals for children.

Preparation should include

• choosing age-appropriate foods
• using safety and sanitation procedures
• planning a simple, fun, and creative snack or meal
• evaluating food choices for nutritional quality
• obtaining proper paperwork and having an awareness of food allergies. 

Process/Skill Questions:

Thinking

• What are some examples of nutritious snacks for children of different ages?
• Why is it important to break down larger pieces of food for children?
• What foods can present a choking hazard?

Communication

• Why is it important to consider food allergies?
• Whom can you contact in case of an emergency?

Leadership

• Why is it important to practice safety and sanitation?
• How can you share the importance of feeding children developmentally appropriate food with others?

Management

• Why are some foods not appropriate for children of different ages?
• At what age range do babies typically begin eating solid foods?