From the Farm to the Table Olives, Beef & Dairy

From the Farm to the Table Olives

Did you know table olives are picked green and ripen after they’re harvested?

Discover the fascinating journey of olives from the farm to the table with 35-year veteran photojournalist Kathy Coatney, who specializes in agriculture, and a former olive grower. In this engaging book, Farmer Nick and Farmer Charlie—the olive guys—share their expertise with second and third-graders. Through stunning photographs and easy-to-read text, kids will explore how olives are grown, harvested, and transformed into the tasty snacks we love.

Book 3 of the From the Farm to the Table series, is perfect for young readers, featuring second-grade vocabulary to educate and inspire budding food enthusiasts and curious minds.

From the Farm to the Table Beef

Did you know beef cattle provide more than just meat? From leather to medicine, these amazing animals play a bigger role in our lives than you might think!

Join 35-year veteran photojournalist Kathy Coatney, an expert in agriculture, as she introduces second and third graders to the fascinating world of beef cattle. With captivating photographs and easy-to-read text about Rancher Mary, kids will discover what it takes to raise beef cattle and the surprising ways these animals contribute to our everyday lives.

Book 6 of the From the Farm to the Table series, is designed for second and third-grade readers, featuring second-grade vocabulary words to make learning engaging and fun.

From the Farm to the Table Dairy

Did you know dairy cows can have quadruplets? They mooo-st certainly can!

Join Farmer John as he introduces second and third graders to the Four Quart Girls, a set of quadruplet calves born unassisted on a California dairy. With vibrant photographs and easy-to-read text, this delightful book offers a behind-the-scenes look at life on a dairy farm—for both animals and humans.

Written by 35-year veteran photojournalist Kathy Coatney, who specializes in agriculture, this engaging story combines fun facts with educational insights to spark curiosity about farming and where our food comes from.

Book 1 of the From the Farm to the Table series, is designed for young readers with a focus on second-grade vocabulary. Perfect for classrooms and kids who love animals!