The Atelier of Taste

"When we talk about the theory of the 'hundred languages,' few think that one of the places where this theory acquires meaning is the kitchen of the infant-toddler centres and preschools: 'the atelier of taste'..." (Rinaldi)

Storybook Village Preschool is a Healthy Apple Program participant through the Sonoma County Department of Health Services. This program supports child care educators in implementing research-based best practices in nutrition and physical activity for children from birth to age 5. To provide the best possible nutrition for the children in our programs, Storybook Village Preschool (SVP) implements nutrition and physical activity policies. The director and teaching staff appreciate families' support in promoting our children's health. We are proud of our school garden and prepare fresh snacks and healthy lunch sides daily on-site. 

Our school provides nutritious snacks and lunch for children in the Toddler Room and Preschool Room. Our mealtimes promote healthy habits, from creating taste testings to facilitating small cooking groups in the outdoor classroom. SVP provides nutritional and positive experiences through meaningful mealtimes as a preschool family. The preschoolers will be responsible and proud to plant and prepare their food, from planting seedlings to harvesting vegetables. Please see below are for our mealtime serving sizes.

We believe birthdays, celebrations, and seasonal events are great times to include nutritious foods and active play. At Storybook Village Preschool, we make healthy habits part of the fun. We serve nutritious foods that fit the theme/interest and plan fun activities such as festive music, friendship art, and silly games. View the school's Family Handbook for information on ways to support healthy habits while celebrating at SVP. Sweetened treats are not allowed at school.

Snack includes two of the following four components [CCR, Title 22, Section 101227(a)(1)]: 

Milk (½ cup), Vegetable (½ cup) and Fruit (½ cup), Grain (¼ cup, ½ slice or ½ serving), or Meat/Meat Alternative (½ ounce or ¼ cup)

Lunch includes the following components [CCR, Title 22, Section 101227(a)(1)]: 

Milk (½ cup), Vegetable (½ cup) and Vegetable (½ cup), Grain (¼ cup, ½ slice or ½ serving), and Meat/Meat Alternative (½ ounce or ¼ cup)