Who says that health and fitness for children has to be all serious business? “The Monster Health Book: A Guide to Eating Healthy, Being Active & Feeling Great for Monsters & Kids” by Edward Miller makes learning important information about food, exercise, and health fun.
The green monster (a friendly one) wants to make wise choices as far as his health and fitness and along the way learns some fun information like it takes around 550 peanuts to make one 12 ounce jar of peanut butter. “The Monster Health Book: A Guide to Eating Healthy, Being Active & Feeling Great for Monsters & Kids” is jam packed with information including calorie counting, food labels, healthy snacks, and the importance of getting enough sleep and exercise. All through the book you will find funny details and silly jokes.
While some of the facts and information included in this children’s book may be confusing the green monster, bright colors, and laughs along the way make this a wonderful book to hold the attention of children while they learn without getting bored.
Book Details:
Reading level: Ages 9-12
Paperback: 40 pages
Publisher: Holiday House (January 2, 2008)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 0823421392
You can find “The Monster Health Book: A Guide to Eating Healthy, Being Active & Feeling Great for Monsters & Kids” in the Lansing area at the Holt and Lansing branches of the Capital Area District Library and Barnes & Noble Books. In the Jackson are you can find it at the Brooklyn and Concord branches of the Jackson District Library.
Edward Miller is an acclaimed illustrator, writer, and designer of books for children. He is a graduate of Parsons School of Design in New York City. His website is www.edmiller.com
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Comments
How cute and what a great way to learn about eating healthy and being active.
A great little book to teach children about healthy eating habits, exercise and foods. Thanks!
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