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New Jersey Agriculture in the Classroom

Agricultural Literacy Curriculum Matrix

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How Did That Get in My Lunchbox?

One of the best parts of a young child's day is opening a lunchbox and diving in. But how did that delicious food get there? From planting wheat to mixing dough, climbing trees to machine-squeezing fruit, picking cocoa pods to stirring a vat of melted bliss, here is a clear, engaging look at the steps involve in producing some common foods. Health tips and a peek at basic food groups complete the menu.

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Chris Butterworth
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