By Gema Loveday-Ratcliffe (author) , Yogesh Mahajan (illustrator)
"This is a charming, rhyming 16-page children’s book, which will be ideal for children from about age 4 to 7 years."
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Just as vegetables are packed with nutrition, this book is packed with humour. The vegetable characters are beautifully illustrated and have amusing expressions, guaranteed to make you smile or laugh out loud. Ralphie’s vegetables all have something to say to him, especially those who think they have been unjustly treated, like Green Pea, who was eaten by the dog, or Sprout who was thrown in the bin!
It’s such a unique idea to bring vegetables to life and write letters to a little boy. Vegetables and fruit are not always liked by children, so this book introduces them in a fun, original, non-threatening, non-preachy way. Read the book to discover what Carrot, Broccoli, Onion, Mushroom, Lettuce, Tomato, Sweet Potato and Celery want to get off their chests.
It seems all these little characters need some attention and understanding from Ralphie. Children will learn that the feelings we experience matter and that it is good to speak up about them. Hopefully, they will also have a more positive feeling towards their fruit and vegetables after reading this book and will eat them without complaint in the future!
Susan Gibbs, A LoveReading4Kids Ambassador
In UH OH! Your Veggies Have Found Their Voice , the most ordinary vegetables transform into extraordinary little veggie people with big voices and even bigger feelings! This whimsical, rhyming picture book is bursting with humour, silliness, and hidden therapeutic whispers that encourage empathy and the power of using one's voice. Perfect for children aged 4-7, this story invites young readers into a world where vegetables aren't just for eating-they're for connecting, giggling and listening too.
Each page introduces a new vegetable with its own tale to tell, as Ralphie (the veggies owner) discovers the little notes they've left scattered around the house, it's up to him to listen and take action!
Sprout has been cast aside and tossed into the bin, Pea has an unfortunate encounter with poop, Broccoli is a gentle soul, but quietly frustrated that the other vegetables think he's a tiny tree, Carrot is overworked and exhausted, and Lettuce has been nibbled by a daring caterpillar.
With a perfect blend of hilarity and heartfelt moments, every vegetable shares relatable stories of triumphs, challenges, and feelings-because even veggies have drama. It's up to Ralphie to read the vegetables' notes and hear their words, helping them to overcome their struggles and feel heard. As the book unfolds, children learn to see their veggies in a whole new light: full of personality, experiences, and voices that echo the importance of empathy and expression.
So, buckle up and get ready for a mealtime like never before-one that's sure to grow curiosity, excitement, and lots of smiles around the dinner table. Because in this world, the vegetables have found their voice, and they're inviting everyone to listen!
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Available from Amazon In UH OH! Your Veggies Have Found Their Voice, the most ordinary vegetables transform into extraordinary little veggie people with big voices and even bigger feelings!
The LoveReading4Kids Editorial Team have read and reviewed UH OH! Your Veggies Have Found Their Voice and determined it is suitable for children aged 5-6 years old
UH OH! Your Veggies Have Found Their Voice features in the following genres: Featured Books for 5+ readers, Indie Author Books , Indie Books We Love, Recommendations, PSHE: Self-Awareness, Self-Esteem and Wellbeing, Personal Social Health Economic (PSHE), Children’s, Teenage and Educational
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UH OH! Your Veggies Have Found Their Voice was written by Gema Loveday-Ratcliffe and published by Independently published
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