Describes how bread is produced, prepared, and eaten and presents some background history, as well as two recipes.

Discusses the processing, distribution, and nutritional value of milk and milk products, such as cheese, butter, and yogurt. Includes ice cream and yogurt recipes.

Describes beans and peas, the history of their cultivation and use, and their role in industry and diet. Includes some recipes.

Describes where meat comes from, how animals are raised to provide it, and how it is prepared for food.

Explains what sugar is, traces the history of its cultivation, describes the role sugar plays in human diet and health, and discusses how sugar cane and sugar beets are grown. Includes recipes using sugar.

Surveys the history of apples from the wild crab apple to modern-day cultivation, production, and role in nutrition. Includes recipes for desserts and salad.

Discusses the role of chocolate in history, where it comes from, and how it is processed and prepared for eating.

"Covers a range of healthy breakfasts from around the world and where some foods come from. Includes simple recipe"--Provided by publisher.

"Covers a range of healthy lunches from around the world and how the foods people eat may change with the seasons. Includes simple recipe"--Provided by publisher.

"Introduces fruit in everyday meals to pre-readers using repetition of words and short, simple sentences with photos and illustrations to enhance the text"--Provided by publisher.