Children should get about 45-65% of their daily calorie intake from carbohydrates. This means roughly half of their energy intake should be from carbohydrate-containing foods. For example, an adolescent eating 2000 calories in a day would need 225 to 325 grams of carbohydrates per day. The amount of carbohydrates a child needs per day varies depending on their age and activity level. The Daily Reference Values for intake are 95g for babies under 12 months old and 150g for toddlers under 4 years old. Children dont have a problem meeting their daily carbohydrate needs, but theyre not getting nearly enough fiber, while consuming too much added sugar. Its important to make sure that the majority of carbohydrates come from good sources like whole grains, fruits, vegetables, and beans, and that added sugar is limited. Some top options for high-quality carbohydrates include fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and dairy products.