The battle is a tough one when it comes to convincing the little ones to gobble up their greens, especially when those dreaded Brussels sprouts rear their green heads at the dinner table. But fret not, dear parents – a magical new Christmas children’s book has arrived to save the day and transform your little munchkins into veggie enthusiasts, just in time for the festive season.
Introducing the SEE & EAT Christmas Vegetables, brought to you by the University of Reading. This enchanting book is the brainchild of a team of expert psychologists who have cracked the code to getting kids to embrace their veggies. According to their research, simply diving into the pages of this book for a few minutes a day over the course of two weeks can work wonders when it comes to getting children to warm up to the idea of eating vegetables, especially those pesky Brussels sprouts.
The SEE & EAT Christmas Vegetables takes young readers on a journey from the farm to the dinner table, unveiling the humble beginnings and delicious potential of five key players in the vegetable game: carrots, cabbage, parsnips, broccoli, and of course, Brussels sprouts. The concept is that by acquainting children with how these vegetables look, grow, and are prepared, they will be more inclined to give them a try when mealtime rolls around – and hopefully even learn to enjoy them!
Professor Carmel Houston-Price, the mastermind behind the SEE & EAT team, is brimming with optimism about the potential of the Christmas Vegetables picture book. She believes that with Santa’s arrival just around the corner, now is the perfect time to introduce kids to the delights of veggie-eating. Spending a few minutes a day reading this book could mean no more mealtime tussles, and instead, the joy of seeing a healthy, happy child tucking into their greens. It’s a win-win situation! Plus, it’s a thoughtful early Christmas gift for any parent seeking a little extra help in the battle to get their little ones to eat healthily.
The Christmas Vegetables picture book is not alone in the world – it’s just the latest addition to the SEE & EAT series. With a total of 19 other paperback books focusing on different vegetables, there’s truly something for everyone. These books are the result of over 15 years of in-depth research by the University of Reading, all aimed at helping support children’s healthy eating habits.
So, if you’re looking to sprinkle a bit of magic into your child’s Christmas and make those Brussels sprouts a little less daunting, the SEE & EAT Christmas Vegetables might just be the game-changer you’ve been hoping for. Let’s make this holiday season a time for kids to embrace their greens and maybe even find a newfound love for those little sprouts. It’s all about turning veggies into something to look forward to, rather than something to dread. Here’s to a Christmas full of jolly, healthy eating!
