Father's Day / Snack Roll Platter
Snack Roll Platter
Children assemble filled bread rolls with simple fillings, inspired by a backyard barbecue, to share at a special-person celebration.
How to run it
- Wash hands and set up fillings such as cooked sliced sausage, grated cheese, lettuce and tomato.
- Have educators slice rolls and cut any fillings.
- Let children choose and assemble their roll.
- Share the rolls together on a picnic rug.
You will need
- bread rolls
- cooked sausages or vegetarian alternatives
- cheese
- lettuce
- tomato
- sauce
- plates
Make it easier or harderYounger children add fillings; older children can plan and prepare a full platter.
SafetyAdults handle any cooking and knives; check for allergies and dietary needs and follow food hygiene practices.
My Time Our Place · Outcome 3Children make healthy choices and practise food handling.
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