Makings of a litterless lunch

With most schools promoting litterless lunches, here are five handy helpers your child can use again and again, Karen Turner writes.

IN THE BAG

Made of certified organic cotton with a food-safe lining and cutout handles, Fluf lunch bags, left, are durable, spacious and eco-friendly. Available in a variety of playful prints, they’re designed for all ages. $20 each at Terra20, 1304 Wellington St. W., and 2685 Iris St.

VARIETY PACK

There’s a space for every food group in the Yumbox Panino lunch box with a divided tray insert. There are even illustrations on the bottom of the tray as a reminder to make healthy choices. $44.95 at Readi Set Go, 793 Bank St.

SNACK ATTACK

The Itzy Ritzy Snack Happens bags are the ideal size for a handful of animal crackers, celery sticks or fresh fruit. Made of cotton on the outside with a waterproof BPA-free lining, the bags have a zipper for easy access. $9.99 at Baby EnRoute, 416 Richmond Rd.

FUNKY FABRICS

Eating lunch away from home can be daunting for some youngsters. Put a lively spin on the experience

with Funkins cloth napkins/placements. Made of soft, double-sided cotton, the 38- by 33-centimetre linens come in a range of bold patterns and cartoon characters. US$10 each at Myfunkins.com

FILL IT UP

Keep drinks cold for up to 24 hours or warm for 12 with the S’well Zink Satin Water Bottle. Lightweight with a mouth large enough to add ice cubes, the double-walled, stainless bottle holds 500 mL and is practically unbreakable. $36 at Terra20

Eco-friendly Fluf lunch bags are designed for all ages.

Everything has its place in the Yumbox Panino lunch container.

S’well Satin Bottle is made of lightweight stainless with a wide mouth large enough to add ice cubes.

Curb hunger pains by sending fruit or crackers in the Itzy Ritzy Snack Happens reusable snack bag.

The Funkins are an eco-friendly alternative to throwaway paper napkins.