Take-Home Books for Children

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Children follow along using their own copy of these colorful books, then take them home to encourage family reading and discussions about healthy foods. Photos help children identify the featured foods at home or in the grocery store. Three versions are available for you to consider the best fit for your program.

We Like to Eat Fruits and Vegetables (English and Spanish text)
This book provides real-life photos of fruits and vegetables to enjoy in every season. An activity sheet asks children to identify fruits and veggies they like and ones they want to try. Includes a recipe to get kids involved in creating a delicious salad.

We Like to Eat! (English and Spanish text)
This book teaches children to eat a variety of foods from the five MyPlate food groups. Includes four pages of MyPlate activities to do at home and five kid-friendly recipes.

We Like to Eat from our Gardens (English text)
This book describes many types of gardens, including ones for small spaces. Tips to plant and care for gardens are shared. Includes four kid-friendly recipes.

Contact resources@michiganfitness.org for a custom quote, volume discounts available.