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Why shouldn't I eat junk food?

Summary

Why should I?
Why shouldn't I eat junk food?

A fun and informative guide to healthy eating which answers questions such as Why does junk food taste so good? What are food additives? What is processed food? and Can I still eat burgers?
Includes simple recipes for healthy snacks and burgers, ideas for taking more exercise and information on food labels, advertising and how food is grown.
Written in a clear, factual style with bright, stylish illustrations and internet links to recommended websites to find out more.

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Key Stage: KS2 E/PSHE; Age 7+ (info)

BIC: C3N79 (info)

Paperback:
ISBN: 9780746087558
48 pages
225 x 150mm

Author/Editor: Kate Knighton

Illustrator: Adam Larkum

Press & Blog Reviews

This formative guide is clear, simple and factual, without being preachy. It is a good way to introduce children to the reasons why healthy eating is so important. Topics, such as food groups, processed food, the importance of exercise, Fairtrade, organic food and genetically modified food are all handled in a conversational style. With easy step-by-step recipes and alternative lunch box suggestions, accompanied by vibrant illustrations, this book is sure to be a hit with parents, teachers and children.
BookFest Ireland’s Recommended Reading Guide 2008

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Why shouldn't I eat junk food?
I LIKE THIS BOOK BECAUSE IT HAS RECIPES :]
tanveer, 5th March 2012

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