Fruits and Veggies Row by Row: Children Explain How Plants Grow in Their Garden (Interactive Multicu

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 abundant crops while explaining how different plants grow. This story is an educational exploration of plant life that celebrates teamwork, cooperation, and active play. Expand on this book with simple gardening terminology and opportunities to mimic and move. Plant something that helps children grow.

Readers also enjoy searching for hidden insects on the pages. A magnifying glass is recommended.

Foundations/Domains: Life Science and Physical Development

32 Pages Size: 8" W x 10" H Also available in Spanish with English translation

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. **

Benefits of Gardening:

1. Practice mapping, designing, and planting a garden.
2. Exposure to a variety of fruits and vegetables.
3. A social-emotional experience, working cooperatively.
4. Disconnects from electronics and the stresses of life. (See the Netherlands study.)
5. A sensorimotor experience that engages all the senses.
6. Gain an understanding of food sources.
7. Children who grow their own food are more likely to eat it.
8. Development of motor skills.
9. Learn patience and responsibility.
10. Experience a scientific process that pays off.
11. Introduction to the study of living things.
12. Introduction to the study of plants.
13. Sunshine on the skin helps the body make vitamin D!

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.