About This Book
Reach for this book when your child starts asking where their grocery store snacks come from or expresses a fascination with big trucks and tractors. It is the perfect bridge for a child who is moving from simple picture books to early chapter books, providing a clear and logical explanation of the supply chain. Through engaging photographs, the book follows the journey of food from the soil to the shipping crate and finally to the supermarket shelf. It fosters a sense of gratitude for the laborers and systems that keep our world running. By demystifying the hidden steps behind everyday items like apples and milk, it encourages children to look at their dinner plate with newfound wonder and appreciation for the interconnectedness of our society.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
None. The book is secular and strictly informational, focusing on the mechanical and logistical aspects of food production.
Ideal Reader
An inquisitive 6 or 7-year-old who loves 'how it works' videos or a child who enjoys categorizing objects and understanding systems. It is also excellent for children who may be picky eaters as it provides a neutral, fascinating look at food as a product of labor and technology.
Parent Prep
This book can be read cold. Parents might want to have a few items from their own pantry ready to look for 'clues' about where they were packaged or grown. A child asking 'Where does this come from?' or showing curiosity about the delivery trucks they see on the highway.
