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Follow a little girl named Jisel in this heartfelt true story as she discovers there are children less fortunate than she is and embarks on a mission to do something about it. (Multicultural)

A group of diverse young children shares their experience growing fruits and vegetables in the garden from seed to sprout to harvest. They clear the land, plant seeds, and tour readers around their crops to explain how plants grow.

Un grupo de niños diversos comparten su experiencia cultivando frutas y verduras en el jardín, desde la semilla hasta la germinación y la cosecha. Ellos limpian el terreno, siembran semillas y llevan a los lectores en un recorrido por cosechas abundantes mientras explican cómo crecen diferentes plantas. Esta historia es una exploración educativa fascinante de la vida de las plantas que celebra el trabajo en equipo, la cooperación y las inagotables posibilidades que florecen en un jardín nutrido por el entusiasmo juvenil. Amplíe en este libro con momentos enseñables, terminología de jardinería sencilla y oportunidades para imitar y moverse. ¡Qué gran experiencia científica para introducir a los niños al beneficioso proceso de trabajar la tierra y cosechar como recompensas! Al enseñarles a los niños de dónde proviene la comida les otorgas control sobre su dieta y promueves la alimentación saludable. Plante algo que ayude a los niños a crecer. Un jardín es donde los niños pequeños pueden observar cambios naturales y usar sus sentidos para investigar el mundo. Los lectores también disfrutan buscando insectos escondidos en las páginas. Se recomienda el uso de una lupa.Fundación/Dominio: Ciencias de la VidaA group of diverse young children shares their experience growing fruits and vegetables in the garden from seed to sprout to harvest. They clear the land, plant seeds, and tour readers around abundant crops while explaining how different plants grow. This story is a fascinating educational exploration of plant life that celebrates teamwork, cooperation, and the boundless possibilities that bloom in a garden nurtured by youthful enthusiasm. Expand on this book with teachable moments, simple gardening terminology, and opportunities to mimic and move. What a great scientific experience for introducing children to the beneficial process of working the land and reaping the rewards. Teaching children where food comes from effectively gives them control over their diet and promotes healthy eating. Plant something that helps children grow. A garden is where young children can observe natural changes and use their senses to investigate the world. Readers also enjoy searching for hidden insects on the pages. The use of a magnifying glass is recommended. Foundation/Domain: Life Science32 Pages | Size: 8" W x 10" H | Also available in English Lyrical rhyming verses and colorful imagery ** This book is printed on demand. Please flip through at least one of the books you receive and contact the publisher directly as soon as possible if you have any quality concerns. ** Bulk Orders: This title is available in bulk directly from the publisher for early childhood and nutrition programs, conferences, non-profit initiatives, licensing, or grants that promote healthy eating, fruits and vegetables, gardening, farm-to-table, STEM initiatives, and anti-obesity. Contact the publisher directly for quotes, orders, and discounted pricing.

Un chef fantástico presenta a los niños pequeños experiencias divertidas con la comida que estimulan su interés en las frutas y los vegetales. Únete a ellos mientras cosechan en el huerto, preparan platos en la cocina y se relajan un rato en la playa. El chef quiere que los niños prueben algo nuevo, y puede que lo hagan, antes de que él termine.A whimsical chef introduces a diverse group of young children to fun food experiences that stir up their interest in tasting fruits and vegetables. Join them as they pick from the garden, work in the kitchen, relax by the shore, and discover different ways to prepare and eat healthy foods. The chef wants his young friends to try something new, and they just might before he's through."A simply edible book that is rich in colorful fruits and vegetables. Inspires all ages to have a taste of something new!"- Produce for Better Health Foundation, www.FruitsandVeggies.orgConvencer a los niños pequeños para que prueben nuevas frutas y verduras es un desafío ancestral, pero podrían descubrir que les gusta la comida cuando se prepara de manera diferente, ya que la textura y el sabor de los alimentos cambian según la forma en que se cocinan. Los niños podrían descubrir que prefieren las zanahorias crudas en lugar de cocidas, el puré de manzana en lugar de las manzanas en rodajas, las cebollas a la parrilla en lugar de crudas, y así sucesivamente. Las papilas gustativas están en constante cambio. ¿Sería fantástico si los niños estuvieran dispuestos a probar la misma comida preparada de diferentes maneras?Convincing young children to taste new fruits and vegetables is an age-old challenge, but they might discover they like food when it's prepared a different way since the texture and flavor of food changes based on the way it is prepared. Children might discover that they like raw versus cooked carrots, apple sauce versus sliced apples, grilled onions versus raw, and so forth. Taste buds are always changing. Wouldn't it be terrific if children were willing to taste the same food prepared in different ways?Easy rhymes and repetitive verses are combined with deliciously colorful pastel illustrations.32 pages | Size: 8.5" H x 8.5" W Available in EnglishMulticultural In addition to the nutrition aspect of this book, there is a STEM component that is well worth sharing. Connecting literature, science, and hands-on discovery gives children a more concrete understanding of new concepts that relate to food. Benefits:Encourages children to taste new foodsPresents over 50 fruits & vegetables to identifyIntroduces various ways to prepare and eat fruits & vegetables Includes multicultural representation of diverse ethnic groupsPromotes experimentation with tools: thermometer, utensils, manual juicer, peeler, whisk, spatula, colander, skewers, etc.Provides an opportunity to count, describe, compare, and contrast foodsOptional companion song, spoken word, and instrumental are available for download for a low additional cost This book is printed on demand in Spanish with English translation on each page. Please flip through at least one of the books you receive and contact the publisher directly as soon as possible if you have any quality concerns.Bulk Orders: This title is available in bulk directly from the publisher for early childhood and nutrition programs, conferences, non-profit initiatives, licensing, or grants that promote healthy eating, taste tests, fruits and vegetables, gardening, farm-to-table, and anti-obesity. Contact the publisher directly for quotes, orders, and discounted pricing.¿

The BIG Book is filled with lists, lists, and more lists of subject-specific open-ended questions to support quality parent-child or teacher-child interactions at home and in typical early childhood settings. Think of open-ended questions as exploratory prompts, learning opportunities, thought-provokers, and conversation starters. This type of inquiry requires a response with more than one-word answers, which typically close the door to any discussion. Learn how to transform "What color is this? - Blue" into a conversation that matters. Included are essential guidelines about developing and asking open-ended questions, skill-building tips, over 50 lined journal pages, and a multitude of prompts on over 70 topics, such as colors, numbers, geometric shapes, boxes, patterns, writing, force and motion, scale and structure, ramps, arts and crafts, bubbles, pretend play, and many more. Open-ended questions allow children to demonstrate their understanding of various topics using a higher level of communication and reasoning. They are guided to think on their own and solve their own problems. If children are asked the right question at the right time, they build upon what they already know by making connections and taking actions that lead to better outcomes. Research shows that helping children process information in their early stages is an effective way to maximize their physical, emotional, intellectual, and behavioral development in the long run. With practice, asking open-ended questions is a skill anyone can develop and use effectively every day.WARNING! This book does not contain answers to the questions. The answers are somewhere in the children's minds, and each one will be unique.Their interests will change the depth to which something can be explored.The depth to which they explore will depend upon the time allotted for the activity.Their goals and objectives will change based on the activities introduced and materials provided.Their strengths or weaknesses will change the order and direction of your guidance and assistance.Their communication skills will determine the questions you ask and how you ask them.Your questions will change and evolve based on what they know and how they think.For preschoolers to children in early primary grades! Benefits of Asking Open-Ended Questions:Encourages high-level thinkingInspires meaningful adult-child exchanges and interactionsFurthers vocabulary and communication skillsEmpowers children to express themselvesProvides emotional and instructional support Gives permission to experiment and explore further

Let's go to the table and take a seat for a wonderful review of what to do and what not to do while dining. Join this diverse group of friends as they dine together and explain proper table manners from their amusing point of view. When we use our manners, we show respect for others and appreciation for what we have. Table manners refer to the socially acceptable way of eating, serving, and behaving at the dining table. But proper etiquette can be transferred from the dining room to other facets of life. For example, it is impolite to reach across the table for something that is out of reach no matter what we are doing. We sit with good posture at any table. We speak politely and say "please" and "thank you." We don't hog all the strawberries, just like we don't hoard all the crayons. And we clean up the messes we make. According to the Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior and a voluminous body of research, the best strategy for improving a child's diet is simply putting a well-balanced meal on the table and sitting together to eat it. Dining together......provides an opportunity for children to learn and practice proper table manners....gives caregivers and guests a chance to be good role models with proper eating habits....allows caregivers to observe children, encouraging them to control and broaden portions, eat slowly, pay attention to feelings of hunger and fullness, and learn about what they're eating....gets children involved in meal preparation. They are more likely to want to taste what they help prepare....usually means that a meal has been well-planned, is nutritionally balanced, and is home-cooked....helps introduce new varieties of food and an opportunity to taste them....provides time for social bonding and communication. Studies show that family meals are linked to higher grades and lower rates of drug use, depression, stress, suicide, and eating disorders in children and adolescents. Foundation/Domain: Social-Emotional Development Also available in Spanish with English translation. This book is printed on demand. Please flip through at least one of the books you receive and contact the publisher directly as soon as possible if you have any quality concerns. Bulk Orders: This title is available in bulk directly from the publisher for early childhood and nutrition programs, conferences, non-profit initiatives, licensing, or grants that promote socio-emotional learning, social and emotional development, using good manners, dining together, healthy eating, following rules and directions, and anti-obesity. Contact the publisher directly for quotes, orders, and discounted pricing.

A whimsical chef introduces a diverse group of young children to fun food experiences that stir up their interest in tasting fruits and vegetables. Join them as they pick from the garden, work in the kitchen, relax by the shore, and discover different ways to prepare and eat healthy foods. The chef wants his young friends to try something new, and they just might before he's through."A simply edible book that is rich in colorful fruits and vegetables. Inspires all ages to have a taste of something new!"- Produce for Better Health Foundation, www.FruitsandVeggies.orgConvincing young children to taste new fruits and vegetables is an age-old challenge, but they might discover they like food when it's prepared a different way since the texture and flavor of food changes based on the way it is prepared. Children might discover that they like raw versus cooked carrots, apple sauce versus sliced apples, soft celery in soup versus crisp, crunchy celery sticks, , grilled onions versus raw, whole fruit versus blended, and so forth. Taste buds are always changing, so wouldn't it be terrific if children could be convinced to taste the same food cooked a different way and try food multiple times?Easy rhymes and repetitive verses are combined with deliciously colorful pastel illustrations.32 pages | Size: 8.5" H x 8.5" W | Available in English and Spanish In addition to the nutrition aspect of this book, there is a STEM component that is well worth sharing. Connecting literature, science, and hands-on discovery gives children a more concrete understanding of new concepts that relate to food. Benefits: Encourages children to taste new foods Presents over 50 fruits and vegetables to identify Introduces various ways to prepare and eat fruits and vegetables Promotes experimentation with tools: thermometer, knife, manual juicer, spoons, ladle, baggies, peeler, whisk, spurtle, spatula, blender, colander, skewers, cookware, etc. Provides an opportunity to count, describe, compare, and contrast foods Optional companion song, spoken word, and instrumental - downloadable for a low additional cost This book is printed on demand. Please flip through at least one of the books you receive and contact the publisher directly as soon as possible if you have any quality concerns.Here are some helpful tips to make your experience worthwhile: Declutter the work area, so the children can focus on tasks.Begin with simple recipes. Display measure and mix photos or diagrams of simple recipes for pre-readers.Follow the children's interests, offering complex extensions as they master skills. Supply blank paper and writing/drawing implements for recording observations.Create a photo or video record of the activity that can be reviewed and discussed later to improve memory skills.Encourage the use of age-appropriate kitchen tools if they apply.Ask open-ended questions that make children think critically.Be a good role model. The children are watching and listening.Bulk Orders: This title is available in bulk directly from the publisher for early childhood and nutrition programs, conferences, non-profit initiatives, licensing, or grants that promote healthy eating, taste tests, fruits and vegetables, gardening, farm-to-table, and anti-obesity. Contact the publisher directly for quotes, orders, and discounted pricing.¿

Young children can't help but enjoy these dramatic characters made from parts and pieces of fruits and vegetables designed to help little ones explore feelings and emotions. Watch children react when the characters respond to everyday discoveries and experiences with silly interjections, animated expressions, and quick rhymes. Capture their attention by reading with dramatic looks and exaggerated tones. Invite them to interact, read social cues, empathize, and mimic faces. What a healthy recipe for self-expression!While modeling behavior, ask open-ended questions that motivate older children to observe, examine, and reason. What do you notice? What happened? What if this happened to you? How would you feel? How can you make a face like that? Whether you're a fruit and veggie enthusiast, or simply a lover of whimsy, this book promises to leave you looking for hidden faces and the meaning behind them everywhere you go! Researchers at the University of Cambridge in England say that when we make eye contact with a baby, we synchronize our brainwaves to theirs. This synchronicity, in turn, promotes both learning and communication skills. Growth and development in the early years can be advanced significantly by engaging young children (birth through preschool) in creative physical and verbally playful interactions. It's important to stimulate their senses every day. Foundation/Domain: Social-Emotional Development28 pages | 10" H x 8" W | Available in English and SpanishIntroduce these unique fruit and vegetable characters in a variety of ways:Explore feelings and emotionsEstablish an emotional connection with a shared communicative experienceRecognize facial features: eyes, eyebrows, nose, ears, mouth, tongue, etc.Read and mimic facial expressionsReact to facial and verbal cuesImitate verbal responsesIdentify fruits and vegetablesName colorsCount parts and piecesUse descriptive wordsExplore positions in spacePlate food in a visually appealing manner¿Benefits:Furthers socio-emotional development: self-expression, understanding displays of emotions, empathy, mimicking facial expressions, and interaction with the reader.Exposes children to a variety of fruits and vegetables.Encourages the creative and appealing presentation of food for dining.Provides an opportunity to explore positions in space: over, under, on top of, below, etc.Promotes the use of descriptive STEM language: wider, longer, taller, smaller, thinner, etc.Supports experimentation with age-appropriate kitchen tools for preparation: utensils, peeler, knife, zester, magnifying glass, hand juicer, ruler, etc.This book is printed on demand. Please flip through at least one of the books you receive and contact the publisher directly as soon as possible if you have any quality concerns.Bulk Orders: This title is available in bulk directly from the publisher for early childhood and nutrition programs, conferences, non-profit initiatives, licensing, or grants that promote healthy eating, fruits and vegetables, gardening, farm-to-table, STEM initiatives, and anti-obesity. Contact the publisher directly for quotes, orders, and discounted pricing.