Teamwork at Kai Time Poster (A2 & A3) - Schools and clinics

Teamwork at Kai Time Poster

Create calm, supportive kai times through a clear and respectful partnership between kaiako and tamariki.

Grounded in evidence-informed responsive-feeding principles, this poster offers kura a positive way forward. Kaiako provide structure and create a safe, predictable eating environment. Tamariki are supported to notice their hunger, fullness and changing appetites. They decide whether to eat, what to choose from the kai available, how much to eat and the order in which they eat it.

We are always learning. As our understanding of tamariki and eating grows, we now recognise that some familiar, well-intentioned practices can send confusing messages about kai. These may include asking tamariki to eat certain foods first or describing foods as “good,” “bad,” “healthy” or “treats.”

Every lunchbox tells a different story. It may reflect culture, food access, cost, time, whānau preferences, allergies, sensory needs or simply what was available that day. Using neutral and curious language helps every tamaiti and whānau feel respected, whatever their lunchbox contains.

Whether kai is provided by the kura, brought from home or both, all foods can be discussed without judgement. This includes packaged foods and foods containing chocolate.

This poster provides a simple visual reminder that helps kaiako continue learning and create kai times that support body trust, confidence and a positive relationship with food.

Professional & Institutional Pricing

Every institutional purchase automatically includes a Single-Site Display Licence for use throughout one early learning centre, school campus, private-practice clinic, PHO or hospital ward.

• A3 Professional Poster: $39.00
  Compact 297 mm × 420 mm—ideal for classrooms, consultation rooms, wellbeing spaces or staff areas.

• A2 Professional Poster: $49.00
  Large 420 mm × 594 mm—ideal for school halls, health rooms, waiting areas and shared learning spaces.

💡 Bundle & Save: Create a coordinated health and wellbeing display while saving money with our [A3 Mix & Match Bundle] or high-visibility [A2 Mix & Match Bundle].

Heavy-Duty Quality: Made for Busy Learning and Clinical Spaces

Classrooms, corridors and clinical environments are busy, high-touch spaces. Standard paper and inexpensive laminates can quickly tear, curl, bubble or fade.

This poster is printed exclusively on Duroprint—a premium, heavy-duty synthetic material designed for durable, long-term display.

• 100% Waterproof and Tear-Resistant: It will not wrinkle, rip or be ruined by splashes or frequent handling.

• Easy to Clean and Sanitise: Wipes clean with a damp cloth or hospital-grade sanitising wipes without fading, bleeding or warping.

• Long-Lasting and Low-Waste: It will not fray or curl at the edges, reducing the need for frequent replacement.

• Child-Safe and Non-Toxic: PVC-free, phthalate-free and heavy-metal-free, making it suitable for high-touch educational and clinical environments.

• Fully Recyclable: At the end of its long life, the poster can be recycled as Type 5 polypropylene plastic.

NZ Procurement, Invoicing & Purchase Orders

We support institutional procurement pathways and accept standard school, kura, health-service and medical-centre purchase orders, as well as direct bank-transfer invoicing.

Select “Online Bank Transfer / Purchase Order” as your payment method at checkout, or email dietitian@kendallnorth.co.nz with your administrative requirements.

Disclaimer: This resource is intended for general educational and health-literacy purposes within schools, early learning centres and clinics. It supports conversations about kai and hauora but is not intended to assess wellbeing, diagnose or treat health conditions, or replace individualised cultural, educational or clinical guidance. If you have concerns about a child’s health or wellbeing, seek support from an appropriate health, education or cultural professional.

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