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Reach for this book when your child starts asking 'why' about their dinner plate or expresses hesitation toward trying new colors of food. It is the perfect bridge for a child transitioning into 'big kid' eating habits who needs more than just a command to eat their greens: they need to understand the magic of how nutrition actually fuels their play and growth. Grace Lin uses a unique dual structure of simple haiku poetry and more detailed prose to explain how fruits, vegetables, grains, and proteins support specific bodily functions. It transforms healthy eating from a chore into an act of self-care and curiosity. The cheerful illustrations celebrate a diverse range of children enjoying a variety of foods, making it an inclusive and joyful addition to any home library.
