Toronto Operating Criteria - Toddler Program
Physical Needs
| 15. Meals And/Or Snack Time | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | |
| Does Not Meet Expectations | Needs Improvement | Meets Expectations | Exceeds Expectations | |
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 Food used as a reward or punishment |
Some conversations and interactions occur during meal and/or snack times |
Meal and/or snack times are viewed as educational experiences and a time for socialization and conversation Individual children's needs are met during meal times Adults sit with children and serve food at the table during mealtimes as much as possible Children are encouraged to eat food, but are never forced |
Children are encouraged to taste and try new foods |