As a parent, I’ve found myself resorting to some creative storytelling—often in the form of harmless fibs—to encourage my children to explore new foods. It’s a common struggle at the dinner table, where the battle between healthy meals and kid-friendly options can lead us to serve mac and cheese more often than we’d like. Some of my fabrications are silly, others are desperate, and a few are downright ridiculous. Despite the mixed results, I’ve learned to embrace the chaos of mealtime. Here are some of my favorite tall tales, and you can be the judge of their effectiveness.
- “You know, princesses munch on broccoli constantly; that’s why their hair is so shiny!”
- “Eating this will make you taller—just think, you could reach the monkey bars!”
- “Wanna hear what happened to your big sister who refused to eat her peas?” “But I don’t have a big sister!” “Exactly.”
- “All Pokémon trainers feast on bean burritos; trust me, I used to be one!”
- “I consume a pound of Brussels sprouts daily for strength!”
- “I just spoke with Queen Anna, and she said Hawaiian pizza is her favorite—warms her heart!”
- “Mom’s casserole? It’s the best thing I’ve ever tasted!”
- “This will put hair on your chest!”
- “You know, there are laws against refusing to eat your mom’s enchiladas. I just want to keep you out of trouble!”
- “This baked chicken? It tastes just like boogers, which I know you love!”
- “Broccoli will impress your friends with some serious fart power!”
- “No, it’s a candy casserole—full of candy! Just try it!”
- “Ever had oatmeal cake? It looks like oatmeal but it’s actually cake—God bless America!”
- “Fairy godmothers only visit kids who eat apples; I don’t make the rules!”
- “Steve from Minecraft told me he loves baked ham—no joke!”
- “That may look like rice, but it’s really mac and cheese. Trust me on this!”
- “Those green beans? They’re magic wands! You’ll gain power over your sibling!”
- “Have I ever lied to you?”
Of course, I’ve spun other tales too, and I’m sure many of you have done the same (I hope!). What fibs have you shared to get your kids to eat? No judgment here!
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Summary
Navigating mealtime with young children often requires a bit of creativity and humor, as illustrated by the playful lies I tell to encourage my kids to try new foods. From claiming that princesses eat broccoli for shiny hair to suggesting that green beans are magic wands, these exaggerated tales add some fun to the dinner table, even if they don’t always succeed.