50 Snack Ideas For School and Sports

The post below is sponsored by BJ’s Wholesale Club. All opinions expressed belong to me.

It’s back-to-school time, and for many parents that means getting back into the tedious routine of making lunches and packing snacks for school and sports. For those times, grab-and-go items are crucial because let’s be real – our time is precious – and kids always seem to be hungry!

I’ve partnered up with BJ’s Wholesale Clubto share some quick snack ideas, and even included a FREE printable below. Print it off for those days when the coffee hasn’t kicked in and you need a little help! 

If you aren’t familiar, BJ’s will be opening up its first Michigan locations in both Madison Heights and Taylor soon. Make sure to read the entire post for learn about an exclusive deal just for new members in Michigan!

Best of all, members can start shopping NOW. The one-year membership will kick in when the Michigan clubs open, but members who sign up early can start using their membership and shop BJs.comright away. There are tons of name-brand products and also items from BJ’s exclusive Wellsley Farms and Berkley Jensen brands. 

We’re loving the Wellsley Farms pretzel sticks and chewy chocolate chip granola bars and the Berkley Jensen disinfecting wipes and super soft facial tissue, which are all offered at an Incredible value!

I broke up the list into nut-free and others knowing many classrooms have allergy policies. No need to sweat — there are plenty of options if this is the case for your child’s class.

50 Snack Ideas for School and Sports

Nut-Free Ideas:

• Apples
• Bananas
• Mandarin oranges
• Grapes
• Baby carrots
• Cherry tomatoes
• Pre-cut celery
• Applesauce
• Fruit cups
• Fruit pouches
• Jello
• Dried fruit
• Freeze dried fruit chips
• Beef jerky
• Pretzels
• Yogurt tubes
• Pumpkin seeds
• Hard boiled eggs
• Teddy Grahams
• Goldfish crackers
• Cheez-Its
• Scooby Snacks
• Graham crackers
• Pirate’s Booty
• Popcorn
• String cheese
• Pita chips + hummus
• Rice cakes
• Olives
• Pickles
• Raisins
• Fruit snacks
• PopCorners
• Veggie Straws
• Mini bagel
• Belvita Breakfast Biscuits

Other ideas:

• Granola bars
• Cereal bars
• Animal crackers
• Pudding
• Graham crackers with peanut butter
• Trail mix
• Sandwich crackers or cookies
• Peanut butter filled pretzels
• Cashews/almonds/peanuts/pistachios
• Greek yogurt and top with granola
• Dry cereal
• Rice Krispie Treats
• Chex Mix
• Mini muffins

Download the printable for this list HERE.

Don’t forget about the teachers at school, either! BJ’s exclusive brand — Berkley Jensen has plenty of options for tissue, disinfecting wipes, paper towel and more for a great price!

Special Offer for Michigan BJ’s Wholesale Clubs Founding Members

BJ’s is offering an exclusive Founding Member offer to Michigan shoppers:

BJ’s is offering an exclusive Founding Member offer to Michigan shoppers:

• Get a $70 gift card plus $75 in valuable coupons when you sign up for a one-year BJ’s Perks Rewards membership with BJ’s Easy Renewal for $110. Plus, BJ’s Perks Rewards members earn 2% back on most purchases.
• Get a $35 BJ’s gift card plus $75 in valuable coupons when you sign up for a one-year BJ’s Inner Circle or Business membership with BJ’s Easy Renewal for $55.

Visit BJs.com/Michigan to learn more and get started on saving.

Michigan Membership Center Locations

The Membership Center for Michigan are:

• 29329 John R Road, Madison Heights
• 21838 Eureka Road, Taylor

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What snack items are your go-to for school and sports?