Where Chocolate Grows: A Sweet Journey of Curiosity and Discovery - Paperback

by Irma L. Hersel (Author), Katrin Xalti (Illustrator)

Where Chocolate Grows invites young readers on a bilingual adventure from cacao trees to chocolate bars!

Join Roberto, Abuela, and their tiny pollinator friend, Midgey, as they explore how chocolate is made-from the rainforests where cacao pods grow to the moment sweet, smooth bars are ready to share. Along the way, children learn fun science facts, Spanish vocabulary, and cultural traditions that celebrate where our favorite treat begins.

Through warm storytelling, colorful illustrations, and bilingual text in English and Spanish, this engaging picture book blends STEM learning, world culture, and family values. Kids will discover how cacao trees grow, how beans are roasted and mixed, and why teamwork, nature, and curiosity make every bite of chocolate special.

✨ Includes:

• Interactive "Build Your Chocolate Bar" activity
• "Midgey's Fun Facts" science highlights
• Bilingual glossary (English-Spanish)
• Bonus educational pages about cacao trees and pollinators

Perfect for ages 4-10, this multicultural picture book encourages curiosity, cultural appreciation, and a love of learning-one delicious page at a time.