I was recently sent a copy of Mealtime, a toddler board book by Elizabeth Verdick. This is the ninth book in the award-winning Toddler Tools series. In this book, kids learn about healthy nutrition and table manners. Mealtime makes yummy-in-the-tummy time simple with phrases kids will remember and repeat, like "We eat our fruits and veggies to grow up strong and healthy." The book covers important mealtime routines from washing hands to trying new foods to sitting still until "Mealtime's done...time for more FUN!"
This book is adorable and very simple for little ones to follow. I really love the diverse children in the illustrations and that it shows children eating together in more of a daycare/preschool setting. I have found that many books just focus on family meals, while that is not always an option. I would say this book would be great for the 2-3 year old crowd who are so busy multi-tasking, they sometimes to take a moment and focus on the daily routines. I also like the super positive tone of this book and that it focuses on positive reinforcement.
All of the Toddler Tools series includes tips for parents and caregivers in the back which I also found helpful, especially as a first time mom.
So...do you want your own copy of Mealtime?
If so, check out their website, and then e-mail me at Lanim@macaronikid.com with "mealtime" in the subject line and the illustrator's name in the body along with your address. You must be a Macaroni Kid Rockville-Gaithersburg subscriber who is 18 or over to win. Contest ends on 4/11 at 5pm.
For a bonus entry, "like" Macaroni Kid Rockville's facebook page and leave a comment about why you want to win the Mealtime book. (If you have already "liked" our page, just leave a comment).
