Just in time for Kids Garden Month in April and National Blueberry Pie Day on April 28th, I LOVE BLUEBERRIES is a heartwarming story encourages curiosity, problem solving, and a thirst for knowledge in young readers and shows them that, with the power of friendship and community, they can grow to new heights.
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Book Details
Jolie LOVES blueberries and is determined to grow her own using hydroponics with her new friend Margot.
Told through Jolie’s comical scrapbook-style journal entries and Margot’s creative sketchbook, young readers will learn how they create a plan and work together to not only grow blueberries but also develop a new friendship. This heartwarming story emphasizes the value of friendship, a theme that will resonate with young readers.
With the help of Jolie’s faithful rabbit, Munchy, and Margot’s dog, Pip, plans are underway to bring the whole class together to convince the community to help them set up a hydroponics growing station in their classroom.
Filled with engaging facts about blueberries, hydroponics, poetry, and a heartwarming theme of friendship, I LOVE BLUEBERRIES is not just a delightful read, but also a valuable educational resource. It’s a must-have for any bookshelf, promising to spark curiosity and promote learning. Informational backmatter includes facts about blueberry nutrition, growing blueberries, and hydroponics. This story makes a great read before a family trip to a pick-your-own blueberry farm, a garden store, or in a classroom, talking about healthy eating and growing your own food.
Kids Book Feature: I Love Blueberries!
Category: Children’s Books (Books)
Hardback
$18.99
Available: April 8, 2025 | ISBN: 978-1-948898-19-5 | 32 pages | Reading age: 4 – 8 years |Publisher: Feeding Minds Press
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About the Author
Shannon Anderson is an award-winning children’s book author, professor, TEDx speaker, frequent keynote presenter, and certified brain coach. She taught for 25 years, from first grade through college level and was named one of the 10 teachers who “awed and inspired” the Today Show in 2019. Shannon loves doing author visits, providing Professional Development for teachers, mentoring aspiring writers, and speaking at events. Her book I LOVE Strawberries! was named the top rated 2022 picture book by Good Housekeeping magazine and the national book of the year by the Farm Bureau Foundation. Learn more at shannonisteaching.com.
About the Illustrator
Jaclyn Sinquett grew up playing in her dad’s garden, feeding worms to box turtles, and tossing french fries to seagulls at the Jersey shore. She now spends her time avoiding sunburn at the beach with her daughter, catching up on a certain great baking show, and illustrating books for children. She lives in Brick, NJ. See more of her work at jaclynsinquett.com.
About the Publisher
Feeding Minds Press is a project of the American Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture. The mission of the Foundation is to build awareness and understanding of agriculture through education. The goal of Feeding Minds Press is to publish accurate and engaging books about agriculture that connect readers to where their food comes from and who grows it. Learn more at feedingmindspress.com.
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★ WINNER of the American Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture Book of the Year Award
★ WINNER 2022 Good Housekeeping Best Kids Books
★ WINNER 2023 Benjamin Franklin GOLD Award for Picture Book
★ WINNER 2023 Growing Good Kids Book Award from the Jr Master Gardener Program
★ WINNER BRONZE Foreword Indie’s Best Award
★ WINNER Hindi’s Best Females in Fiction Award 2023
★ WINNER Penelope’s Prize Children’s Book Award Judge’s Selection 2023
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CECE BECKMAN
Cece holds a Bachelor’s degree in Creative Writing from California State University, Long Beach. She lives in California with her husband and children. When she’s not reading or writing reviews she can be found wandering book aisles at local bookshops, drinking iced cold lattes with cold cream foam, or passing the time with her cat.
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