I Believe in Genevieve

K-Gr 3—Weight-loss guru Craig's picture book focuses on what readers can accomplish with positive thoughts and a healthy diet. Genevieve has just started riding camp, but both she and her horse, Candy Ride, are slow and out of shape from too many sweets and not enough fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. With the help of Jenny's older sister and the example of another rider at the stable, Jenny and her horse change their eating habits, add movement to their daily routine, and win a ribbon for "Most Improved" at the end-of-camp show. The story and its message are simple and direct, and the realistic paintings, though depicting modern children, add an air of nostalgia to the title. Included in the back matter are fun exercise ideas and recipes for healthy snacks. A useful purchase for supplementing units on exercise and nutrition.—Martha Link Yesowitch, Charlotte Mecklenburg Library, NC