Food Labels Visual Guide for Children
This guide gently explores what food labels show, how to read them, and what information might be added — like ingredients, nutritional values, or allergy notes.
With soft colours, friendly visuals, and clear language, each panel supports emotional regulation, sensory understanding, and relational trust.
If food labels feel unfamiliar or seem a little confusing sometimes, this guide is here to help things feel more manageable — one calm panel at a time.
Questions You Might Have
What information is on food labels?
Food labels show what's in your food — including ingredients, nutrients, and allergy information. They help you make informed choices about what you eat.
What is nutritional information on food labels?
This section shows amounts of energy, fat, sugar, salt, and other nutrients per portion. It helps you understand the nutritional content of what you're eating.
Why is it important to read food labels?
Reading food labels helps you understand what's in your food, identify allergens, make healthier choices, and avoid ingredients you may be sensitive to. It's an important skill for managing dietary needs and preferences.
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A sensory‑safe guide to
ingredients, nutrients,
allergy advice, and more.
What’s Inside
Food Labels
Food labels show what’s in
your food — ingredients,
nutrients, and allergy info.
What Food
Labels Show
Ingredients
List
Ingredients are listed in
order of amount — the first
one is what there’s most of.
Nutritional
Information
This section shows amounts
of energy, fat, sugar, salt, &
other nutrients per portion.
Allergy
Advice
Labels highlight allergens
like wheat, milk, or nuts —
often inside a small square.
Hidden
Extras
Some labels include
additives, preservatives,
or flavourings.
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