Ocean State Libraries

"Discusses how eggs are produced, cooked, and eaten, and what role they play in various cultures." --

Describes beans and peas, the history of their cultivation and use, and their role in industry and diet. Includes some recipes.

Describes several citrus fruits, their importance, and their histories and presents several recipes.

Describes where meat comes from, how animals are raised to provide it, and how it is prepared for food.

Explains what sugar is, traces the history of its cultivation, describes the role sugar plays in human diet and health, and discusses how sugar cane and sugar beets are grown. Includes recipesusing sugar.

Surveys the history of apples from the wild crab apple to modern-day cultivation, production, and role in nutrition. Includes recipes for desserts and salad.

Discusses the role of chocolate in history, where it comes from, and how it is processed and prepared for eating.

"Covers a range of healthy lunches from around the world and how the foods people eat may change with the seasons. Includes simple recipe"--Provided by publisher.

"Introduces vegetables in everyday meals to pre-readers using repetition of words and short, simple sentences with photos and illustrations to enhance the text"--Provided by publisher.