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SEARCH BY TITLE Title TN Message Rating F/N June 29, 1999 Wiesner, David 1 3 F Clarion Books, 1992 Caldecott Award winner David Wiesner takes us on a whimsical adventure when Holly Evans conducts a science experiment to study the effects of extra-terrestrial conditions on vegetables. Full of imaginative word play and fantasy depicted as reality, this picture book views vegetables in a new light that is bound to delight readers and spark creative responses. Just Enough Carrots Murphy, Stuart J. 2 3 F Harper Trophy, 1997 A MathStart book, this clever story introduces the concepts of fewer, same, and more as a rabbit and his mother go shopping. But why are they shopping for peanuts and worms along with their carrots? The book concludes with two pages of ideas to extend these math concepts. Just Right Stew English, Karen 1 2 F Boyds Mills Press, 1998 Told in first person by a young girl, this charming picture book tells the story of a warm and loving African American family trying to prepare a pot of oxtail stew for grandma’s birthday dinner that tastes just like how grandma used to make it. Each grown-up daughter tries to outdo the others with a missing ingredient, but finally it is grandma who secretly provides it. Rich oil paintings complement this witty story. King of Pizza, The Sanzari, Sylvester 1 3 F Workman Publishing, 1995 The king is always hungry even though the best chefs in the world prepare their finest dishes for him. One morning the king decides to disguise himself as a beggar and sets out to learn what his subjects eat. He not only discovers pizza, but also discovers the importance of generosity, love, and caring for those who are less fortunate. The story concludes with the king sending out a royal decree making every Saturday night “Pizza Night at the Palace.” At the back of the book is information about King Ferdinand whose real-life story inspired this story and also a recipe for Salvatore’s Rainbow Pizza. Kiss the Cow! Root, Phyllis 3 3 F Candlewick Press, 2000 Mama May has many children, but none is more stubborn and curious than Annalisa. Mama May keeps her family in milk and cheese by singing a lovely song and kissing Luella, the cow, on her velvety brown nose. Annalisa decides to disobey her mother and try to milk Luella by herself with disastrous results. This humorous story is enhanced with charming, colorful illustrations. Note: the Food Guide Pyramid appears in this book and is now outdated. For information on the new MyPyramid, go to www.mypyramid.gov. Page 62 UPDATED MICHIGAN TEAM NUTRITION BOOKLIST
SEARCH BY TITLE Title TN Message Rating F/N Kitchen Science Halpern, Monica 1 3 N National Geographic Sociey, 2002 This informational book poses the question: Are you a scientist? Then It helps children answer it by describing processes scientists use—observing, measuring, classifying, predicting, and experimenting—within an ordinary kitchen. Part of National Geographic’s Windows on Literacy series (Level 20: Fluent Plus), it uses photographs of a child conducting science experiments in a kitchen to complement the clearly-written text. Teaching notes for adults are included. Let The Games Begin! Ajmera, Maya and Michael J. Regan 4 1 N Charlesbridge Publishing, 2000 Photographs and quotes from children around the world capture the joy and importance of sports. The accompanying text describes how kids enjoy sports and what they learn from them no matter where they live. Let’s Eat! Zamorano, Ana 1 2 F Scholastic Inc., 1996 Every day Antonio’s Mama prepares a delicious meal such as chickpea soup, empanada, sardinas, gazpacho, or roast pollo for her extended family. But, one day Mama is not there — she has gone to the hospital to have a new baby. When she returns, the entire family celebrates with a feast of prawns, crab, squid, mussels, and saffron rice for paella. Julie Vivas’s distinctive illustrations show the love and warmth the Spanish family shares together with their food. It includes a glossary of Spanish words used in the text. Let’s Eat! Kelley, True 1 2 N E.P. Dutton, 1989 Using simple headings and cartoon-style illustrations, this picture book shows aspects of eating from how people eat to where food comes from, to eating equipment and etiquette. Described as a “buffet-style” book, each page provides detailed illustrations. This book could be used to promote discussion about food and develop vocabulary. Let’s Get the Rhythm Miranda, Anne 4 3 N Scholastic Inc., 1994 This chant engages young children in a series of movements such as snapping, clapping, stamping, and shaking. Lively illustrations demonstrate each one. This book could be used as a read-aloud with an entire class or read independently by beginning readers. Life and Times of the Apple, The Micucci, Charles 2 1 N Orchard Books, 1995 This book provides a wealth of information about apples, including how they grow and are harvested, varieties, uses, and historical facts. Some of the information, such as cross-fertilization and grafting, is quite technical. However, it is presented clearly and with drawings. The book includes a “Table of Contents” and concludes with the “Legend of Johnny Appleseed.” UPDATED MICHIGAN TEAM NUTRITION BOOKLIST Page 63
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