Introduce young readers to a variety of countries and cultures through an exploration of food.Food is part of everyday life. It is essential to keep us alive but can also be used as an expression of culture, for celebrations, and even in art. Explore the significance of food to different cultures and the variety of ways in which food is prepared and shared. Learn how diet can vary according to personal choice, culture and medical needs, and how food can be broken down into groups to help us maintain a healthy, balanced diet. Follow the journey of food from farm to table, learning how seasons can affect what produce is available. Understand how food is packaged and how to recycle packaging and reduce food waste. Fun food facts show how food can be grown to extremes! This title is part of the …Around the World series (which includes Celebrations Around the World and Language Around the World). The series is designed to inspire and inform children with stunning original illustrations and fascinating facts about the world around us.