Guest guest Posted November 8, 2007 Report Share Posted November 8, 2007 How do I explain the vegetarian thing to my 2 year old? One of his favorite phrases is " we don't eat chicken, yuck " , but I don't know how to REALLY explain it to him, and also how to instill a sensitivity to non-vegetarian's eating habits (like not saying " we don't eat turkey, yuck " at the family thanksgiving table). any suggestions? or good reading on the topic? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 9, 2007 Report Share Posted November 9, 2007 I constantly explain to my children why the vegan diet is healthier although they may not fully understand. I've been doing this since they began eating " adult " food - around 2 years old. The last thing I want them to tell others for why they don't eat meat, dairy, or eggs is that my mother doesn't want me to! Also, I tell them the truth that meat does taste good because of how it's " doctored " up, but I make sure I provide them with tasty vegan dishes so they hopefully won't want to venture out and try meat! I often laugh when I hear my children say that I'm the best cook, because they have never tasted anyone else's cooking to know any better! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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