About This Book
A parent might reach for this book when their child starts asking where food comes from, or to gently encourage a picky eater to see a common food in a new, exciting light. 'Surprising Beans' is a nonfiction early reader that uses simple text and vibrant photographs to explore the world of beans. It covers their life cycle, the many different varieties, and the various ways we eat them, from chili to jelly beans. The book fosters a sense of curiosity and wonder about the natural world and the food on our plates, making it a perfect choice for inquisitive young minds who are beginning to read independently and are hungry for facts.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
None. The book is a straightforward, secular, and factual exploration of a plant and food source.
Ideal Reader
A 5 to 7 year old who loves facts and is starting to read on their own. This is perfect for the child who is curious about gardening, cooking, or science and prefers nonfiction over narrative stories. It's also a great fit for a child in a pre-K or Kindergarten class that is doing a unit on plants or healthy eating.
Parent Prep
No preparation is needed. The book is self-contained and easy to understand. For an enhanced experience, a parent could prepare by having a few different types of dried beans (like kidney, black, and pinto beans) on hand to show the child before or after reading. The parent's child has just asked, "Where does food come from?" or pointed to a bean on their plate and asked, "What is this really?" It could also be triggered by a parent looking for a way to make healthy foods more interesting to a skeptical or picky eater.
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