The World in Your Lunch Box : The Wacky History and Weird Science of Everyday Foods (Hardcover)

from MartyAllen

Though the material could easily be of interest to adults, the presentation also makes it appealing to kids. Each meal is something the typical child would enjoy, such as hot dogs and chips, making the information immediately applicable. The authors delve into the history and science behind such ...

from nbmars

As the author writes in her preface, "Every kind of food, no matter how basic, has ties with exciting history, amazing science, and some very strange stories." I love food, so of course I love learning about it. What did people eat 10,000 years ago? What did medieval people eat? How did black pep...

from JanaRose1

I had a lot of fun reading this book. It was colorful, engaging and full of fun facts and trivia. It basically follows a kid through seven days of lunches. For each lunch, four food items are picked out and a brief history is given. I really loved this book and think many will enjoy its style and...

from SDPogue

The first thing I noticed with this book is the illustrations. They remind me of Roald Dahl books. The illustrators are different but the feeling of childish glee was the same. The next thing I noticed was the subject (okay maybe it was the other way around but who knows). How could I resist a bo...

from Sullywriter

Entertaining and interesting stories and facts behind the foods we eat.