Thank a Farmer

A celebration of farmers and the foods they lovingly tend, from field to table. Published by Norton Young Readers, with illustrations by Monica Mikai (Fall 2023).

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Reviews

“A valuable look at the roles farmers play in sustaining the lifestyles people enjoy.” —Kirkus

★”Rooted in gratitude, this educational title explains in simple yet comprehensive terms how animal products and foods move from farm to table. Narrating in free verse, Gianferrari succinctly compresses complex farming, production, and supply chain processes into easy-to-follow lines, inviting readers to learn about the origins of bread, cereal with milk, salad and veggies, and other favorites.”–Publisher’s Weekly

★”The story is informative and fun, and the back matter is sizable, with plentiful resources for further research or guided study. Books that eloquently address the genesis of everyday things are few and far between. … Young readers will be intrigued by Gianferrari’s offering.

VERDICT An excellent book for elementary readers that will surprise them as they turn each page, and a must for the nonfiction shelves.”–School Library Journal