July 2014, Amazon, 22 pages, Ebook, Review copy
Content: nature, natural joy for the world
Summary from Amazon (I don't benefit by mentioning them)
A great children’s book! This book tells the story of Emma, a
kindergartener who is like all kids her age, curious and willing to
learn new things. Her mom decides to teach her an important lesson about
nutrition, along with other life lessons like patience
Nayu's thoughts
The
title says it all – Emma learns how to grow sprouts. I haven't seen
a book like this, and I mean it in a good way. Sprouts are fun to
grow, as they develop quickly which is useful for anyone with a short
attention span (myself
included). They are tasty, nutritious, and can be used in a variety
of dishes. Emma's mother teaches her tips like how sprouts can be
eaten once grown, but if left a little longer they will be even
tastier.
I've grown them myself in the past and they grow abundantly.
As well as the positive story, I adored the illustrations. The love
between Emma and her mother, as well as her excitement while the
sprouts grow is clear to see and very sweet. I hope Emma will have
more books about other food and activities!
Suggested read
For more growing fun check out Lottie and Dottie Sow Carrots by Claire Burgess and Marijke van Veldhoden (Children's, 5 years +, 10E/10E)
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