Publisher's Synopsis
Colorful photographs of vegetables abound in the 36-pages of this simple introduction to nature's bounty. Written with minimal text, young children can learn to identify vegetables and become acquainted with basic STEM terminology that can be expanded upon or interpreted in different ways. This book offers opportunities for observation and discovery, open-ended inquiry, and teachable moments from the kitchen to the garden. An effective way to get children excited about healthy eating as they identify, learn about, and differentiate between a variety of vegetables and their characteristics. It's a great addition to any vegetable, harvest, nutrition, gardening, or life science theme for parents and early childhood educators. A 36-page picture book with "About Vegetables" and "Reading Tips" pages included. ---------------------- This title is available in bulk directly from the publisher at negotiable prices for grants that support healthy eating, nutrition, fruits and vegetables, gardening, farm to table, STEM initiatives, and anti-obesity. ---------------------------- RELATED TOPICS: vegetables, veggies, cooking, harvest, food preparation, gardening, community garden, early childhood snacks, STEM in the kitchen, STEM in the garden, child nutrition, nutrition standards, nutritious meals, nutritious snacks, food groups, ChooseMyPlate, MyPlate, dietary guidelines, healthy eating, healthy choices, health grants, health initiatives, CACFP, CCFP, Child and Adult Care Food Program, State Food Program, Health and Human Services, life science, health strategies, health action plans, WIC, NIFA Nutrition Programs, Community Food Projects Competitive Grant Program (CFPCGP), The Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP), Regional Nutrition Education and Obesity Prevention Centers of Excellence (RNECE), Agriculture and Food Research Initiative (AFRI) Foundational Program.
