Hack the snack: Back-to-school tips and tricks

Kids are heading back to school, and parents are wondering what they have in the pantry to pack for snacks. Here are a few hacks to spark some food creativity this year.

• The freezer is your friend. Pick berries after school and freeze them along with a little yogurt or other fruit to have a thawed treat by lunchtime. Bonus: Save room in the lunchbox by using frozen juice packs instead of ice packs.

• Organization is key. Save time by keeping all the necessities in one place. Storing lunch bags, Tupperware and cutlery together will save you stress and time.

– Kelsey Fiedler, The Alaska 100