Tales for Very Picky Eaters: Inspiring Kids to Try New Foods

Tales For Very Picky Eaters

by Josh Schneider

4.3 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	4790 KB
Print length	:	48 pages
Screen Reader	:	Supported

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As a parent, one of the most frustrating things can be trying to get your child to eat healthy foods. It can feel like a constant battle, with your child refusing to try anything new and sticking to a limited diet of chicken nuggets, macaroni and cheese, and grilled cheese sandwiches.

If this sounds familiar, you're not alone. Many children are picky eaters, and it can be a challenge to get them to eat a healthy and balanced diet. But there is hope! One way to encourage your child to try new foods is to read them stories about picky eaters.

Stories can help children to learn about the importance of nutrition, the joy of trying new things, and the satisfaction of eating healthy. They can also help children to see that they are not alone in their pickiness, and that there are other kids who have overcome the same challenges.

If you're looking for a way to inspire your picky eater to try new foods, here are a few stories that you can read to them:

• The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle: This classic story follows a caterpillar as he eats his way through a variety of foods. The caterpillar eventually turns into a beautiful butterfly, showing children that eating healthy foods can help them to grow and thrive.
• The Rainbow Fish by Marcus Pfister: This story teaches children about the importance of sharing and helping others. The Rainbow Fish is a beautiful fish with sparkling scales. He is so proud of his scales that he refuses to share them with the other fish. But when he learns that sharing can bring him happiness, he becomes a much happier fish.
• The Lorax by Dr. Seuss: This story teaches children about the importance of protecting the environment. The Lorax is a creature who speaks for the trees. He tries to stop the Once-ler from chopping down the trees, but the Once-ler does not listen. In the end, the Once-ler learns that he has made a mistake, and he plants a new tree to help the environment.
• Click, Clack, Moo: Cows That Type by Doreen Cronin: This story teaches children about the importance of standing up for what they believe in. The cows on Farmer Brown's farm are tired of being milked, so they decide to go on strike. They type a letter to Farmer Brown, demanding better working conditions. Farmer Brown refuses, so the cows go on strike. In the end, Farmer Brown agrees to the cows' demands, and the cows are happy.
• Tales for Very Picky Eaters by Lucy Knisley: This book is a collection of stories about picky eaters. Each story features a different child who is struggling to eat healthy foods. The stories are funny, heartwarming, and inspiring. They show children that they are not alone in their pickiness, and that there is hope for them to become healthy eaters.

These are just a few of the many stories that can help to inspire your picky eater to try new foods. If you're struggling to get your child to eat healthy, give one of these stories a try. You may be surprised at how much your child enjoys it, and how much it can help them to learn about the importance of nutrition.

In addition to reading stories to your child, there are a few other things you can do to encourage them to try new foods:

• Make mealtimes a positive experience. Children are more likely to try new foods if they are enjoying themselves. Make mealtimes a fun and relaxed time for the whole family.
• Let your child help you prepare the food. Children are more likely to eat foods that they have helped to prepare. Let your child help you to wash the vegetables, set the table, or stir the batter.
• Offer your child a variety of foods. Children are more likely to try new foods if they have a variety of options to choose from. Offer your child a variety of fruits, vegetables, meats, and grains at each meal.
• Be patient. It can take time for children to warm up to new foods. Don't get discouraged if your child doesn't try a new food the first time you offer it to them. Keep offering the food to them, and eventually they will be more likely to give it a try.

With patience and perseverance, you can help your picky eater to become a healthy eater. Just remember to make mealtimes a positive experience, offer your child a variety of foods, and be patient. With time, your child will learn to love new foods and enjoy the benefits of a healthy diet.

Tales For Very Picky Eaters

by Josh Schneider

4.3 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	4790 KB
Print length	:	48 pages
Screen Reader	:	Supported

FREE