Vegetables: Children's Rhymes (Volume 5)

By Vicki Lee

Rhymes tend to have lingering effects on readers' memories. This collection of short verses are intended to coax children to eat fruits and vegetables by singing their praises. For curious readers, the Chinese or Spanish names are provided for comparison, although many have variations when used in different areas or for different varieties. Fruits and veggies are chock-full of vitamins and minerals. Despite numerous varieties, most of them contain phyto-nutrients: tiny plant chemicals that protect the plants from toxins that can damage the organic cells during chemical reactions. It is said that these compounds have certain health-protective effects when consumed, such as, anti-oxidation, immune support, tissue protection, etc., in various degrees. The nutritional facts listed below each poem are not meant to be comprehensive or conclusive, but rather for reference. Having worked as a teacher for 16 years and then a nurse for 20 years, I am, indeed, interested in finding out the nutritional values of the food in our diet. However, for any pertinent nutritional or health advice, including any possible adverse effects or allergies related to certain fruits and vegetables, please consult your health care providers. A liking for fruits and vegetables is often acquired through pleasant experiences in the childhood. Once a habit is formed, it often lasts for life. It is essential for people to develop the taste for healthy food while young. Even the World Health Organization recommends we "increase the consumption of fruits and vegetables." Let's embrace the motto "I like fruits and veggies!"

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1516993969
• ISBN13: 9781516993963
• Release Date: September 2015
• Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
• Length: 38 Pages
• Weight: 0.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 10.0" x 0.1" x 8.0"