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Description
This book identifies a soda's common ingredients, both natural and artificial, and explores their origins, as well as any health dangers that young readers might not be aware of.
Quick Summary
This book is perfect for curious kids who want to know what they're actually drinking when they crack open a can of soda. Sullivan goes through the common ingredients both the ones that come from nature and the stuff made in factories explaining where each one comes from and what health experts wish kids knew about them. The reading level is a bit higher than the picture book format suggests, which makes it a nice fit for kids in roughly kindergarten through third grade who are starting to read independently, or for parents doing read-alouds with slightly younger kids. There's a definite "wait, really?" factor when kids learn about some of the stuff that ends up in their favorite drinks, and it might actually make them think twice before grabbing another can. It's not heavy-handed or scary, just straightforward facts presented in a way that gets the point across. If your kid has ever asked what's actually in their food or drinks, this book gives them those answers without being preachy about it. It's the kind of quick read that works well for classroom discussions or for prompting some actual conversations at the dinner table.