Culture and community: observation of mealtime enactment in early childhood education and care settings.
Suzanne HarteMaryanne TheobaldStewart G TrostPublished in: The international journal of behavioral nutrition and physical activity (2019)
Mealtimes in ECEC settings are a unique cultural phenomenon co-constructed by the ECEC community of children and educators. The findings highlight the importance of mealtimes as a time for learning and socialization. The routine and rituals of mealtimes provide an opportunity for educators to support the development of healthy food preferences.