Children's books on healthy eating
Take a look at these children's titles about healthy eating.
Little green donkey, by Anuska Allepuz
Little Donkey loves eating grass - it's just so sweet, and crunchy, and juicy! His pillow is even made from grass so that he can roll over in the morning and eat his own bed. 'Why don't you try some other food?' suggests his desperate mum, putting on a juggling display of colourful fruit as a way to entice her little one to eat something new. But Little Donkey sees no need. Until, that is, he catches a glimpse of his reflection.
Would you like a banana?, by Yasmeen Ismail
Award-winning illustrator Yasmeen Ismail's delightfully funny picture book featuring a very stubborn gorilla will have the whole family laughing! Gorilla is hungry but there is absolutely no way he's going to eat a banana. Not even a teeny taste. Not with some bread or standing on his head. Even if you eat one too, which is something you might do.
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Annabel Karmel's fun, fast & easy children's cookbook, by Annabel Karmel, Bryony Clarkson amd Ant Duncan
This practical cookbook from leading children's cookery author Annabel Karmel is filled with fun, tasty recipes that will help parents inspire young children with a love of cooking, food and healthy eating. Recipes include child-friendly versions of food from around the world, such as stir-fries, paella and kebabs. The recipes cater to all dietary requirements, featuring swaps for gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian and vegan versions.
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Lenny has lunch, by Ken Wilson-Max
Lenny is in the kitchen with Daddy. While Daddy prepares lunch, Lenny plays along. This simple and endearing story of parent and child sharing an everyday activity is perfect for reading with young toddlers.
Hugo makes a change, by Scott Emmons & Mauro Gatti
Hugo the vampire craves red, juicy meat for every meal! But when his eating habits leave him feeling sluggish and bored, he goes on the prowl for something new. After trying fruits and vegetables for the first time, he discovers the joys of a more balanced diet.
Eat your people!, by Lou Kuenzler & David Wojtowycz
Do you think vegetables are yucky? Just wait until you see what Monty the Monster has on his plate! Monty definitely does NOT want to eat his people. He'll eat his vegetables - every single one! - but he will not eat his people.
This hilarious tale of fussy eating in the Monster household is guaranteed to get children giggling.
We eat bananas, by Kate Abey
Is that a flamingo munching on a banana? What about that hippo flipping pancakes? And why is that llama dressed as a lemon? There's even a shark slurping a fruit smoothie. All the animals are eating their favourite foods in their own hilarious way. So whatever you're eating today - tell us how it should be done!
This delightfully funny book will have parents and children giggling together as they find their favourite animals eating the silliest meals.
I will not ever never eat a tomato, by Lauren Child
This is a great book for tackling fussy eaters in a fun way. Lola does not eat a lot of things, so one day Charlie plays a good trick on her to get her to eat her supper.
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Living on the veg, by Clive Gifford & Jacqueline Meldrum
Are you thinking about giving up meat, but don't know how to go about it? This book outlines why people give up meat and how you can change your diet and still live a healthy life. It examines the different terms: vegetarian/pescatarian/vegan etc., how to tackle questions from family and friends and how to read and understand food labels, among many other topics. The book takes you through the costs and benefits of this change in lifestyle. It includes a section on food groups and information about how you can adapt your diet to get all the right nutrients (such as iron).
Looking after your health, by Caroline Young
This work takes a detailed and sometimes humorous look at how to have a healthy, happy lifestyle. Readers are given advice about healthy eating and exercise; managing the pressures of the teenage years; how to get enough sleep, navigate friendships and relationships, and look after their mental health.