Parents wrote Lunchbox Pro for other parents. It’s a guide to preparing wholesome, inviting lunches for children, written with practical insight and striking a balance between tasty pleasure and dietary responsibility. A four-week menu planner is particularly useful, supplemented with additional ideas for meals for special occasions. Advice on drinks, sandwiches and the use of leftovers is also valuable. Simple recipes include chicken Waldorf, chocolate brownies and Chinese salad. It costs pound;3 from Southgate, with discounts for bulk purchases.

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