{"product_id":"the-watermelon-story-9781957184258","title":"The Watermelon Story","description":"\u003cp\u003eWatermelons are one of summer's tastiest fruits! But what goes into growing this delicious summertime treat? Experience Vermont's farming season through the eyes of the watermelons themselves in this whimsical story, chronicling their journey from seed to table and illustrating the impact of local food on the community. Includes a family-friendly watermelon recipe!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Watermelon Story\u003c\/em\u003e begins in late winter as farmers are busy planning their crops for the year ahead. As the story unfolds, readers learn about seeding, transplanting, and caring for vegetables. The local food system is prevalent, as the watermelons observe and interact with farmers, community members, cooks, and the Food Bank. The whimsical illustrations easily captivate young readers while offering a look into food production, farming, and the food system. \u003cem\u003eThe Watermelon Story \u003c\/em\u003eis an excellent accompaniment to a curriculum about food, nutrition, and gardening, while also offering a positive message about self-esteem and confidence. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBinding Type:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Onion River Press\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 07\/25\/2023\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781957184258\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 32\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.28lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 8.50h x 11.00w x 0.08d","brand":"Georgiana de Rham","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43040346570933,"sku":"9781957184258","price":11.04,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0473\/0804\/6492\/files\/img_fe92483a-b602-4b51-9940-79aa32bc260f.jpg?v=1689090094","url":"https:\/\/pastforward.org\/products\/the-watermelon-story-9781957184258","provider":"Past Forward","version":"1.0","type":"link"}