Now I Eat My ABC's
What’s inside...
Now it's time to eat the ABC's! This book is filled with fun, kid-friendly foods presented in full-color spreads. On each page, foods are arranged to form and begin with a letter of the alphabet, such as a B made out of blueberries or an O made out of an orange. Babies will be drawn to the pastel colors and bold letters, while toddlers will enjoy identifying the letters and foods. Parents can also discover new foods to introduce to their children and find a unique way to teach the alphabet.
Discussion points
Which letter had your favorite food and why?
How do the colorful illustrations make you feel about trying new foods?
Can you think of another food that starts with the same letter as your name?
Why is it important to eat a variety of foods?
What's one new food you'd like to try from the book?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to relate the foods in the book to foods they have tried or would like to try, fostering a personal connection.
Use the vibrant illustrations as a talking point to discuss the senses, asking your child how they think the foods might taste, smell, or feel.
Create a playful environment by singing the ABCs together and matching foods from the book to each letter.
After reading, consider having a snack time where you try some of the healthy foods mentioned in the book.
Discuss the importance of eating a colorful variety of foods and how each type of food helps us grow strong and healthy.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Letter Recognition
Explanation: Through colorful illustrations of foods shaped like letters, children are introduced to the alphabet in a fun and engaging way.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this knowledge by recognizing and naming letters in different settings, like in books, on signs, or using letter-shaped foods at home.
Example Lesson: Healthy Eating Habits
Explanation: The book uses a variety of fruits and vegetables to represent each letter of the alphabet, promoting nutritious food choices.
Real-World Application: Parents can encourage children to choose healthy snacks and meals, using the book as a reference to make eating fun and educational.
Example Lesson: Phonetic Awareness
Explanation: Each letter and corresponding food item in the book also introduces the sound that the letter makes, aiding in phonetic recognition and pronunciation.
Real-World Application: This lesson aids children in starting to read by themselves, recognizing sound patterns, and making the connection between written letters and spoken words.
Example Lesson: Creativity
Explanation: The creative presentation of food in shapes of letters encourages children to think creatively and see everyday items in a new light.
Real-World Application: Children can engage in crafts or cooking activities at home, creating letter shapes from various materials or food items to reinforce their learning.