Mateřská škola Veltěže

Children choose the size and composition of their portions themselves or have the option of choosing from two side dishes according to their taste. They keep track of how much food they eat. The goal is not to waste food and to return empty plates to the kitchen.

The goal of the "We don't waste" activity is to teach children to appreciate the value of food and to treat it responsibly. Children learn to think about how much food they really need to eat, but at the same time not to waste it unnecessarily. The option to choose the size and composition of the portion and to choose from two side dishes promotes independence, responsibility, and the development of healthy eating habits.

Children also monitor how much food is left after lunch and work together to reduce the amount of leftovers. This teaches them to understand the connection between their behavior and its impact on environmental protection and reducing their carbon footprint. The activity also promotes communication and cooperation among children and between children and the cook.

Thanks to this project, food becomes not only a daily necessity, but also an opportunity for learning, responsibility, and consideration for the people who prepare food and for the nature that provides it to us.