The Watermelon Story

Watermelons are one of summer's tastiest fruits! But what goes into growing this delicious summertime treat? Experience Vermont's farming season through the eyes of the watermelons themselves in this whimsical story, chronicling their journey from seed to table and illustrating the impact of local food on the community. Includes a family-friendly watermelon recipe!

The Watermelon Story begins in late winter as farmers are busy planning their crops for the year ahead. As the story unfolds, readers learn about seeding, transplanting, and caring for vegetables. The local food system is prevalent, as the watermelons observe and interact with farmers, community members, cooks, and the Food Bank. The whimsical illustrations easily captivate young readers while offering a look into food production, farming, and the food system. The Watermelon Story is an excellent accompaniment to a curriculum about food, nutrition, and gardening, while also offering a positive message about self-esteem and confidence.

Georgiana de Rham is a writer, outdoor enthusiast, bookworm, and vegetable lover. She adores Vermont's farming community, long distance running, plants of all kinds, horses, and backpacking. This is her first children's book.

Carolyn Dreyer was the kid who doodled all over her school notes. She never stopped doodling and recommends you don't stop either. Carolyn finds inspiration in long walks, talking to animals, and weeding her garden.

Liza Cannon is a Vermont artist and graphic designer, biker, hiker, skier, gardener, and overall outdoor enthusiast. She also enjoys staring at the ground for red efts, talking about tree taxonomy, gathering eggs from her backyard chickens, making homemade pasta, and chilling on the couch with her cat, Spaghetti.