Plate Buddies™ Starter Kit – Mealtime Magic for Picky Eaters

Mealtime Fun Starter Kit – Play Plate for Kids

Make mealtime easier and a lot more fun. The Plate Buddies™ Starter Kit is a screen-free, story-based system that helps picky eaters feel confident and excited about food. Each kit includes 6 themed Buddy placemats and a Create-Your-Own Buddy activity, letting kids play a role in planning their meals. Designed for everyday use, not extra work. Use with any clear plate, or enjoy the included three BPA-free reusable plates that make setup a breeze. Simply slide a Plate Buddy™ face under the plate to bring each meal to life. When the food’s gone, the smiles stay! Handmade with non-toxic materials, this kit is durable, easy to clean, and built to make family mealtime a happy habit, one bite at a time.

What's Included:
  • 6 (6") themed Buddy placemats (fits under any clear plate)
  • 3 reusable 7" BPA-free plates
  • QR code linking to themed recipe cards
  • Create-Your-Own Buddy activity
$ 19.99 USD
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Make mealtime easier and a lot more fun. The Plate Buddies™ Starter Kit is a screen-free, story-based system that helps picky eaters feel confident and excited about food. Each kit includes 6 themed Buddy placemats and a Create-Your-Own Buddy activity, letting kids play a role in planning their meals. Designed for everyday use, not extra work. Use with any clear plate, or enjoy the included three BPA-free reusable plates that make setup a breeze. Simply slide a Plate Buddy™ face under the plate to bring each meal to life. When the food’s gone, the smiles stay! Handmade with non-toxic materials, this kit is durable, easy to clean, and built to make family mealtime a happy habit, one bite at a time.

How to use

Let your child pick a Plate Buddy™ for the day. Serve their meal with a fun theme to match. Slide the Buddy placemat under a clear plate and enjoy! After eating, celebrate your “Happy Plate” moment and pick tomorrow’s Buddy together.

Why Kids Love It!

Each Plate Buddy™ turns mealtime into an adventure! Characters like Queso Kid and Pineapple Chicky inspire imagination, choice, and creativity, helping kids feel proud of what’s on their plate and excited to eat it all.

Fun Prompts

Who’s joining your plate today? Choose your Buddy, build your meal, and celebrate a happy, healthy bite at a time!

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What Parents Say

“Game Changer”

"My son had so much fun at mealtime! We made the food together, and he was excited to interact with the character, keeping him engaged and eager to eat dinner, which is usually a huge struggle."

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Emily's Mom

Oklahoma City, OK

“Seriously amazing!”

"My daughter loves creating meals now, including her in the process has taken the focus off of not wanting dinner."

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Jacob's Dad

Tulsa, OK

“So easy!”

"Quesadila's are so simple and easy to make, I love the add-on ideas, my kids love building their face and make up all kinds of stories with Queso Kid!"

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Olivia's Mom

Bartlesville, OK

“Loving the printouts!”

“Even my older kids get into it! Plate buddies and meal prep have become a fun activity for my family with my older kids helping my younger kids enjoy mealtime!"

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Liam's Mom

Hillsboro, OR

“So thankful!”

"I never thought a placemat could make such a difference. What a great resource and easy way to make dinner memories!"

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Sam's Mom

Bartlesville, OK

“Toddler excited for dinner!”

"My toddler asks for his Buddy now. Total win."

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Jane's Dad

Portland, OR

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