Thursday, August 27, 2009

Fruits and Veggies Rule!

More Matters, Especially in September!
Celebrate Fruits and Veggies More Matters Month by reading... and eating! We have books on how to prepare fruits and vegetables that will taste delicious, as well as special interest titles for both vegetarians and vegans. We also have books to help children learn healthy eating habits and here, we point you to information on where to pick your own fruits and vegetables or find a farmers market located in Connecticut.

Books and Reading: Check Out These, Among Other Great Books!
How Are You Peeling? by Saxton Freymann
The ABC's of Fruits and Vegetables and Beyond by Steve Charney
Vegetables by Emily Green
Food For Thought by Saxton Freymann
Eating the Alphabet by Lois Ehlert
The Organic Home Garden by Patrick Lima
The All in One Garden by Graham Rice

Surf's Up!
Visit the CDC website (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) for nutrition guidance, recipe, and wallet-friendly budget tips.

The USDA's Farmer's Market search engine (U.S. Department of Agriculture) may also be helpful.

Post by Kathleen Sands