Peter Contardo

Broschiertes Buch

Macie and the Magic Veggies

Beschreibung

Macie and the Magic Veggies: A Fun-Filled Farm Adventure and Activity Picture Book Teaching 2 to 5-Year-Olds Where Their Food Comes From and the Power of Love From Grocery Aisles to Garden Rows-Join Macie's Journey to Where Real Magic Grows! Are you ready to discover where all your favorite veggies come from? Macie sure is! As Macie sets off on her adventure, she learns that the true magic of vegetables reaches far beyond soil and sunshine. With the guidance of her Grandpa, they meet Farmer Lundyn, a friendly young farm girl who helps Macie discover the joy of planting, nurturing, and harvesting her own food-and shares the secret that makes her farm extra special. Filled with vibrant illustrations and rhythmic, engaging language, Macie and the Magic Veggies captures the wonder of a child's curiosity and celebrates the love that grows from family and nature. This heartwarming story is perfect for toddlers and preschoolers, inviting them to explore the magical journey from seed to table and the power of connection. Sprinkle on Some Extra Magic-Activities Await! Once the last page is turned, the adventure continues! Macie and Grandpa invite you and your little one to enjoy fun interactive questions and delightful activities to deepen the story's magic and meaning. Let the learning and laughter continue as you revisit Macie and the Magic Veggies, cultivating curiosity and a love for nature together, one page at a time. "Making Where the Food Comes From has shown me that nothing brings families together more than food, and Macie and the Magic Veggies makes kids part of that adventure. There's no better time to plant the seeds of lifelong healthy eating and a deep appreciation for the farmers who grow the food we love. Macie shows how it's done-and why it matters!" Chip Carter Publisher/Producer/Host, Where The Food Comes From RFD-TV Network and YouTube Channel

Autor

Peter Contardo is a social entrepreneur, storyteller, and creator of the Macieverse, known for his ability to turn ideas into impactful projects that inspire and educate. With Macie and the Magic Veggies, he introduces children to the magic of nature, healthy eating, and environmental stewardship, sparking curiosity in young readers about the world around them. His broader work includes co-founding Access to Fresh to combat food insecurity and champion food literacy, especially among children and seniors in underserved areas. He also serves as an advisor to Dube's Farm and Market, supporting the growth of sustainable, local food systems.Peter's journey has taken him from a successful career in video storytelling, marketing, and consulting to living out his childhood dream of farming-growing blueberries, raising goats, and even building a barn venue. His diverse experiences and deep-rooted values, shaped by his upbringing in a family of early childhood educators, infuse his stories with warmth, wisdom, and timeless life lessons that resonate with both kids and their parents.Beyond the world of Macie, Peter is a Pinewood Derby champion, a Space Camp graduate, and the proud owner of a life-sized Yoda. He believes that grapes are nature's candy and that we need more teachers like Ms. Frizzle! When he's not dreaming up new adventures in the Macieverse, you can find Peter on the pickleball court with his wife, quoting classic (in his mind) movie lines to his grown kids, or reading to his granddaughter... Macie.Step into Peter's world at petercontardoauthor.com to discover engaging resources, exclusive content, and more!

Produktdetails

• Verlag: MindStir Media
• Seitenzahl: 34
• Altersempfehlung: 2 bis 5 Jahre
• Erscheinungstermin: 10. Dezember 2024
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 216mm x 2mm
• Gewicht: 104g
• ISBN-13: 9781962987066
• ISBN-10: 196298706X
• Artikelnr.: 72606103