From the Farm to the Table Potatoes

Did you know French fries come from potatoes? It’s true—and Farmer Terry calls them spuds!

Join award-winning photojournalist and agriculture specialist Kathy Coatney on an exciting journey into the world of potatoes. Through vibrant real-life photographs and easy-to-read text, kids will visit Farmer Terry and discover how potatoes grow—from planting tiny spuds in the soil to harvest time and beyond.

Learn how potatoes are grown and turned into the foods we love while exploring the journey from farm to table—along with fun and fascinating facts along the way.

Book 4 in the From the Farm to the Table series, this book is perfect for second- and third-grade readers, featuring age-appropriate vocabulary to make learning fun and accessible.

Kathy Coatney is a freelance photojournalist who has spent over thirty-five years capturing stories—from parenting and outdoor life to agriculture.
 
Her work has appeared in publications including California Farm Bureau, Ag Alert, and West Coast Nut magazine.
 
She is the author of the From the Farm to the Table series and Dad's Girls, helping children learn where their food comes from in a fun and engaging way.
 
She loves hearing from her readers.