With the school year in full swing, the family car is now serving as the snack bar for many families between school, activities and sports practice. The drive-thru may seem like a decent solution in a pinch, but fast food isn’t cheap — and it often isn’t healthy or even fast. Packing snacks is almost always our best bet, but that leaves parents and guardians with the question of what to pack, as well as how to make it nutritious and keep it interesting.

So, I reached out to fellow dietitians — all of whom are also parents — to share their go-to carpool snacks and strategies. Their ideas are clever, fun and parent-tested. And importantly, each balances nutrition with practicality (minimal prep time and less mess) and actually satisfies kids of all ages.

Here’s What They Had to Say:

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