CLIF Kid ZBaR, Variety Pack of Peanut Butter, Chocolate Brownie, and Chocolate Chip, 1.27-Ounce Bars (Pack of 48)

I bought these for my 6 and 8 year old to take to school for snacks. Yes, they are quite a bit more expensive than, say, a Quaker granola bar, but you get what you pay for. These bars taste great (so say the 6 yo, 8yo, their 2yo brother, Dad, and Mom). But more importantly there are no high fructose corn syrups, no trans fats, they've got a nice bit of fiber (3g), a decent amount of protein (3g) and not too much sugar (11g). At 1.27 ounces, they are substantial without being so filling that a meal is ruined. I will buy again and again.

Sahale Snacks, Variety Pack of 6 Flavors, 5-Ounce Pouches (Pack of 6)

Sahale snacks were a pleasant surprise. They're not over-sweet nor over-hot, and they've got a lot of flavor and texture. Over all I'd say they're among the best snacks you can buy, not only in terms of taste and freshness but because they're far healthier than a lot of the stuff you find on the grocery shelves. However the price is pretty high for the amount you get. Even at the substantially reduced price of the variety pack, it's a little high. However, for the occasional treat, it's well worth the price. It's just not the sort of snack you can dump into a bowl and pass around while watching movies.

Mr. Z Premium Beef Jerky Original Flavor, 4-Ounce Bags

I liked this jerky. It's got a good flavor, the pieces are a nice size and texture, and it's from grass-fed beef (no organic claims, however). It's imported from Brazil. The price seems to be comparable with grocery store prices, although I liked it better than the typical grocery store brands. The original flavor is salty - no sweetness. The 4-oz bag is a good size to have - more than one snack, but it probably won't dry out before you eat it all.

The positives:
1. Grass fed beef
2. Good texture, not too hard
3. Mostly even strips of bite sized pieces, not too big or chunky
4. Good flavor

The negatives:
1. MSG
2. High sodium (not excessive compared to most beef jerky, but it's still a lot of salt)
3. A zipper top on the bag would be nice

Horizon Organic Reduced Fat Milk, 8-Ounce Aseptic Cartons

This product is a lifesaver when our family is on the go. Having a shelf-stable, nutritional drink for our kids makes it easy to take long road trips and not have to stop in order to get the kids some milk. It also comes in handy when we visit some amusement parks, the zoo, and other attractions where they do not always have milk available. The price is very reasonable considering the shelf life and portability. We highly recommend it.