Maintaining a healthy diet for your kids can be a difficult task. Most kids aren’t interested in eating fruits, vegetables and other healthy snacks essential for a balanced diet, but there are ways to “trick” your kids into eating what you want while keeping a smile on their faces as well. The secret lies in the presentation.

There are countless ways to make healthy food fun for kids. Take any fruit or vegetable and dress it up in a creative and fun manner and your kids will be enjoying all the vitamins and nutrients without even knowing it.

Here are a 5 very healthy snacks made fun for kids:

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1. Watermelon Hedgehog

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2. Bagel Critter

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3. Apple Frog

[Source: CleanandSentsible.blogspot.ca]

4. Dr. Seuss Lorax Snack

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5. Fruit Flowers

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