Carrots Make Me Suspicious - by Robin Mitchell Cranfield (Hardcover)

Book Synopsis

"Finally: a kids' book about trying new foods in which the child takes charge."--Kirkus Reviews

From an award-winning creator, comes an adorable exploration of what it is like to be a selective eater and the big emotions that come up as kids are introduced to new foods and flavors--some more suspicious than others!

ALL bunnies love carrots... except for one: he thinks carrots are suspicious! But he can't help it. Carrots crunch and munch when you eat them. He prefers quiet foods like bananas and yogurt and cinnamon cake. Not to mention that carrots grow underground--a suspicious way to grow! He decides to investigate carrots so he can learn more about them, and maybe give them a chance. What things will he discover along the way?

Perfect for kids and parents navigating selective eaters, Carrots Make Me Suspicious offers:

• A gentle exploration of sensitive eating habits and the emotions kids and parents encounter while expanding their tastebuds
• An affirming, child-centered experience to food sensory behaviors

From beloved creator Robin Mitchell Cranfield comes a charming and child-centered exploration of what it is like to be a selective eater and the process of exploring new foods in a positive and encouraging way.

Review Quotes

"Perfectly captures a child's worries about food...a perceptive and entertaining look at a sensitive young bunny who goes on a journey of carrot acceptance with his family...Put this on the top of "to read" piles."
--Youth Services Book Review, STARRED review

"Young readers with strong food preferences will easily relate to this humorous and reassuring story about trying something new...a satisfying exploration of curiosity, independence, and finding new foods on one's own terms. With its relatable premise, gentle humor, and positive message about problem-solving and perseverance, this engaging read-aloud is sure to spark conversations about trying new things."
--Booklist

"What's marvelous here--that is, besides the abundant humor--is the focus on a youngster who is working toward the desired result, without interference from an adult using pressure tactics.....Finally: a kids' book about trying new foods in which the child takes charge."
--Kirkus Reviews

About the Author

Robin Mitchell Cranfield is an illustrator, teacher, and graphic designer. She is the co-creator of the Windy books series, and has been honored by the Kidscreen Awards, iTunes Editor's Choice selections, the Parents' Choice Awards, and the Bologna Ragazzi Award for her work. She is the author and illustrator of Wings, Waves & Webs, also published by Greystone Kids. She lives in Vancouver, BC.