Dairy foods are a great source of calcium, protein and vitamins. Calcium is needed to build and maintain strong bones and teeth.

Wholemeal cereal and breads, potatoes, pasta and rice

Fruit and vegetables are an essential part of a healthy diet. In general, the more you can eat the better.

Children need lots of different nutrients to stay healthy. The amounts of food a young child eats changes every day and at every meal depending on their needs. Taller, older children and children who are more active will eat more.

Kids need more of these foods for energy and growth – that is why they are the biggest shelf on this pyramid.

Foods from this group are rich in vitamins, minerals and fibre. Children should be offered these at every meal, and as snacks.

These foods provide calcium for healthy bones and teeth. Offering milk as a drink with meals is an easy way to give your child one of the three daily servings they need.

These foods provide protein and iron for growth and development.