Why Do Fruits and Veggies Turn Brown?

What causes fruits and vegetables to brown? Learn about the chemical reactions behind the process and make delicious food yourself! Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage young readers as they learn more about the science and chemistry behind their favorite foods.

Two hands-on activities allow readers to explore the chemistry concepts for themselves, while an infographic and sidebars present interesting, supplementary information. Children can learn more about fruits and vegetables using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Why Do Fruits and Veggies Turn Brown? also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, a glossary, and an index.

Why Do Fruits and Veggies Turn Brown? is part of Jump!'s Cooking Chemistry series.