Trixie Mr. Shark Snack Box: Pack Lunches and Snacks

By Wooden Toys, Children's Clothing & Gifts | Acorn & Pip | Published: 2026-11-02

Category: How-to Guides

Use the Trixie Mr. Shark snack box with clip for nursery and days out. Follow a simple packing process to keep portions right, lids secure and snacks fresh.

Quick answer

Pack the Trixie Mr. Shark snack box with clip by matching each snack to the box size, filling it no more than about three-quarters full, and pressing the clip shut until it clicks. Label the lid, then pack the two boxes side by side in the bag so they stay upright.

Why the two-box set suits nursery days

The set gives you two separate containers, so you can split a morning snack from an afternoon one without mixing flavours or textures. That matters for a clip snack box for nursery, where staff often prefer snacks that are already portioned and easy to hand out.

The clip lid is the practical detail: it gives a clear open-and-close action that a toddler can learn, and it keeps the lid attached to the box so it is less likely to go missing in a bag.

What the Mr. Shark snack box does not solve

The box is not insulated and has no separate compartments, so it will not keep yoghurt or cheese cold on a warm day. If you need a cold snack, use a cool bag or an insulated lunch pot instead.

The age recommendation is 3y+, so for a younger toddler treat it as a container that an adult opens and closes. The clip is easy for small hands, but it is not a childproof lock.

How to pack the Mr. Shark snack box step by step

1. Choose the right box for the snack: Use the two boxes for two different snacks, such as fruit in one and crackers in the other. Check that the snack fits flat below the lid line before you fill it. If a snack needs to be stacked higher than the rim, it is too big for this box.
2. Fill to about three-quarters: Leave a finger-width of space at the top so the lid can close without crushing soft fruit or pressing wet food into the clip. Overfilling is the most common reason a clip lid pops open in a bag.
3. Close the clip until it clicks: Press the lid down evenly, then push the clip until you feel it snap. Run a finger around the rim to check the lid sits flush. A lid that sits proud at one corner will leak crumbs; reopen and reseat it.
4. Label the lid: Write your child's name on the lid with a sticker or a wipe-clean marker. Put the label on the flat top rather than across the clip. Labels across the clip stop it closing properly and wear off quickly.
5. Pack the boxes upright: Stand both boxes side by side in the bag, not on their sides. Put heavier items such as a water bottle beside them, not on top. A box on its side is more likely to open, even with the clip closed.
6. Wash and dry after each use: The box and lid are dishwasher-safe. After washing, leave both parts to air-dry fully before closing the clip for storage. Closing a damp box traps moisture and makes the next snack smell stale.

Product facts

Trixie: Snack Box with Clip - 2pcs - Mr. Shark: Each box measures 11.5 x 10.5 x 4.5 cm and is made from PP with a clip lid. The shallow depth suits small portions of fruit, crackers or chopped veg, but not a whole sandwich.
Trixie: Snack Box with Clip - 2pcs - Mr. Shark