Rah, Rah, Radishes!

May 9, 2011
Farmers' marketâfresh vegetables (blemishes and all) are the subject of this vividly photographed bookâthink of it as a call to farms. Each page features a different grouping of veggies: leafy bok choy pairs with brussels sprouts still on the stalks; habanero, jalapeño, and serrano peppers form a vibrant array of greens, reds, and oranges; and pumpkins nestle alongside eggplants. Sayre's alliterative phrases don't offer much in the way of description ("Root for rutabagas./ Bounce for beets!/ Pile up parsnips./ Turnip treats!")âthey more resemble a cheerleader's cheer or a playground rhyming gameâbut the brilliant colors and inviting textures might just tempt a few picky eaters. Ages 3â7.