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The Life and Times of the Peanut - by Charles Micucci (Paperback)

The Life and Times of the Peanut - by  Charles Micucci (Paperback)
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<p/><br></br><p><b> About the Book </b></p></br></br>According to one study, children eat about 1,500 peanut butter sandwiches by the time they turn 18. Find out where the peanut was first grown, what it has been used for, and how it has traveled around the world, in this fascinating look at the life and times of the humble peanut. "Outstanding."--"School Library Journal." Full-color illustrations.<p/><br></br><p><b> Book Synopsis </b></p></br></br>What are peanuts - are they peas or are they nuts? Do they grow above or below ground? Who invented peanut butter? In the same spirit as his award-winning Life and Times of the Honeybee, Charles Micucci explores one of America's most favorite and enigmatic snack foods. This fascinating picture book, with its concise, detailed text and abundant illustrations, ranging from the humorous to the scientific, offers a spirited introduction to the life cycle, many uses, and historical influences of the peanut. Micucci's rare gift for making any subject engaging and accessible is again revealed in this truly witty, rich salute to the peanut.<p/><br></br><p><b> From the Back Cover </b></p></br></br>Salted, spread, or chocolate-covered, the plain ol' peanut is a common food with a very uncommon history. According to one study, you'll personally eat about 1,500 peanut butter sandwiches by the time you turn eighteen! Find out where the peanut was first grown, what it has been used for, and how it has traveled around the world, in this fascinating look at the life and times of the humble peanut.<p/><br></br><p><b> Review Quotes </b></p></br></br><br>As substantial and satisfying as a peanut butter and jelly sandwich. --Booklist, starred review Booklist, ALA <p/>Spread this one around. --Bulletin The Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books <p/>Outstanding. --School Library Journal School Library Journal<br>

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