Sounds like she already has the bad habit. I'd talk with mom about her eating schedule at home. Kids sometimes eat out of boredom and parents allow them too...especially little ones that get a cracker here and there all through the day. I would definitely stand my ground and maybe offer her a drink of water in between. I also have same meal pattern as you do and kids only get water in between meals and snacks. I had a little guy once who would "tell on" me to his mom at pick up and I just told her, here we eat breakfast, lunch, and afternoon snack. I don't break my rules for anyone (except infants). I suggested to mom that she adopt the same meal pattern at home b/c once a kid gets to school that's what they get there too. Could you imagine raising your hand during math and saying you wanted a snack! LOL!!
