This book was inspired by the Nick Jr. television show, Yo Gabba Gabba, created by Christian Jacobs and Scott Schultz.
Dedicated to my favorite T.A. Carlin Soos
And my parents Trishna and Namon Jimmons who made sure I grew up with a positive perspective of fruits and vegetables
Jermaine sat patiently at the dinner table, trying to contain his joy. When he could not hold it in any longer, he announced, “My school is having a fruits and veggies fair!” He explained to them that they are going to meet a dietician, learn about the importance of fruits and vegetables, and went on about how he could not wait to see what surprise the teachers had planned.
On the way to school, Jermaine and Lily imagined what new things the dietician would teach them.
Sitting in front of them, Trish turned around and asked them, “What is a dietician?” “Ooh Ooh” said
Jacob, raising his hand, “My mom said a dietician is a type of doctor who is an expert on food!”
In class the dietician told the kids all about the different nutrients and vitamins in fruits, vegetables, and grains. She said they are all a great snack and can even be a meal on there own!
The next day of the veggie fair, the kids got to dress up as there favorite fruit or vegetable and share to the class why they like them.
It was not long before the kids all began to share…
Hi, I’m Dasia and I like corn because it is bright yellow and has lots of vitamin C!
I’m Noah and I like carrots. They have lots of vitamin A that help keep your eyes healthy!
My name is Leon and I am a pumpkin. Not only are they fun to carve during Halloween, but also super yummy.
Hello, I am Jacob and I love broccoli. When eating this tasty snack I feel like a big giant eating little green trees.
Hi, I’m Joyce and I am a superfood called eggplant. It is a really special food because it contains a lot of different nutrients, especially fiber.
My name is Carlene and I am a juicy tomato! There are many different tomatoes and are one of the most colorful fruits.
I’m Veronica and I dressed up today as a red pepper.
Vegetables are so flavorful and I like when they are sometimes spicy.
Hi, I’m Nalani and I dressed up as a radish. They are a crunchy pink root that support a happy heart.
I’m Jermaine and I am a refreshing cucumber. They have lots of water in them, making them super hydrating.
After everyone shared, the teachers announced that they were having a party where they could try different kinds of fruits and vegetables. The kids had a blast trying foods from jackfruit to papaya, and bell peppers to yellow squash.
The kids were happy and having fun. But not only was there a party in the classroom, but also a party in all of their tummies!
If you don’t want the party to end check out the fun recipes using only fruits and vegetables!
