Fantastic Foods

Starches are a kind of carbohydrate, a primary source of food for people. Wheat, rice, and potatoes are some of the most common forms of starches that many people love to eat. And french fries? They're starches too! This appealing book introduces readers to this important group of food, including where starches grow and the many ways they're prepared as foods. It also introduces them to the concept of nutrients and food science, which will inspire them to be more thoughtful about what they put on their plate and into their bodies.

A colorful plate of food is a healthy plate of food-and much of that color should come from fruits and vegetables. This vibrant volume introduces young foodies to key food and nutrition concepts. They'll learn how some fruits and vegetables grow, why they're good for us, and how they can be prepared to bring out their tastiest features. While readers will likely have their favorite fruits and vegetables, the inviting text and stunning colorful photographs will inspire them to try new ones.

Dairy comes in many forms that people crave. Milk, yogurt, and cheese are a few, but perhaps the most popular is ice cream! This carefully crafted book introduces readers to dairy as an important food group. The informative and at-level text describes where milk comes from and how milk and other products are prepared for safe and tasty human consumption. Key concepts are aided by a close picture-text correlation, while motivating fact boxes provide more thought-provoking information for future foodies.

Meat and fish are a part of many people's healthy diets. They provide the human body with key nutrients, though some options are healthier than others. Readers of this beneficial book will find out about the different kinds of meat and fish that people eat and how they can be prepared as tasty dishes that provide good nutrition. Colorful photographs, fun fact boxes, and a beautiful design will attract readers, who will also appreciate the important science concepts found within the achievable, at-level text.