Equipment Guide

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Use the following equipment guide to go through your facility’s kitchen and check off the type of equipment you already have on hand. Make a note of equipment you need to order and discuss with your supervisor.

Equipment Items	Have	Need
Child-Size Plates Do not tip easily 7” diameter (about 2” smaller than adult plate)
Child-Size Bowls Do not tip easily
Child-Appropriate Silverware Child-size Will not break easily Easy for child to manage
Child-Appropriate Glasses Child-size Various sizes from 4–8 oz Will not break easily Easy to grip
Serving Dishes Ribbed bowls for easier gripping Wide rim to help prevent spilling 9” plate and 32 oz. bowl recommended
Serving Utensils Short-handle serving spoons and measuring cups Short-handle tongs Squeeze bottle for condiments
Pitchers Child-size Various sizes from 8 oz.–32 oz. Metal creamers may be used for smaller amounts Easy to grip

Adapted from Nemours & Ohio Child Care Resource & Referral Association (2016). Family style dining guide: A mealtime approach for early care and education programs.