A young girl in Maine and her grandmother in California exchange letters and packages which reflect cycles of planting and harvesting in their different climates.
Presents a discussion of the benefits of vegetables, covering how to grow one's own in a garden at home, health benefits for growing children, and how many servings are needed each day.
Uncle Bunny, who has been summoned to make sure that John joins his fellow rabbits in eating lots of vegetables, reveals a surprising dislike for carrots.
Contains four hundred preserving recipes, including soft spreads, fruits, salsa, relish, chutney, condiments, pickles, and tomatoes; and provides a purchase guide and problem solving advice.