Aoife Hearne: My child's lunchbox comes home from school unopened

"From your child’s point of view, it’s understandable that eating lunch is a low priority when settling into 'big school' - his day is packed with activities, distractions and excitement."

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My five-year-old started school last month. He is settling in well but hardly touches his lunch. He eats the small box of raisins and ignores the sandwich and yoghurt drink. What would you suggest?

It can be frustrating when your child's school lunch comes home partially eaten. Zoë — the baby of our family — has just started Junior Infants, so I feel your pain.