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Chocolate Unwrapped: A Taste of the Science, History and Magic of Chocolate

by Alexandria Christensen

Chocolate’s journey from cacao to global staple

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    Shelf Awareness: “fact-filled, enlightening debut picture book”

    Shelf Awareness praises the book as a fact-filled, enlightening debut picture book about the history and science...

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Chocolate’s journey from cacao to global staple

Alexandria Christensen’s illustrated guide connects chocolate’s cultural history with the science and work behind its production. It traces cacao from its rainforest origins and ceremonial use in Mesoamerica through colonization and industrialization, then looks at how chocolate is grown, processed, and enjoyed across cultures. Alongside the bean-to-bar story, the book introduces the chemistry associated with chocolate’s effects on mood and the jobs involved in the industry. Its framing also brings environmental questions into view, including the possibility of a more sustainable future for chocolate.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • A fit for children ages 9–12 curious about chocolate and food.
  • Suitable for young readers interested in the history, science, and cultural traditions connected with food.
  • Useful for children exploring how ingredients are grown, processed, and shaped by industry.

Themes

Cacao and chocolate historyFood scienceMesoamerican cultures and chocolate traditionsChocolate production and laborEnvironmental sustainability

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Book overview

"A box of bonbons for confirmed chocophiles."

--KIRKUS REVIEWS

"Young readers can devour the history and science of cacao beans and their delicious product in this fact-filled, enlightening debut picture book."

--SHELF AWARENESS

"Readers sweet on chocolate can "unwrap the story of this wondrous ingredient" in an entertaining glimpse of the bean-to-bar journey."

--BOOKLIST

Unwrap the delicious story of chocolate: from the heart of the rainforest through the grand civilizations of Mesoamerica to the tables of modern-day chocolate lovers.

Chocolate Unwrapped reveals the fascinating history of chocolate from its sacred beginnings as a ceremonial drink to its transformation--through colonization and industrialization--into a global commodity enjoyed around the world.

With vibrant illustrations, fun facts, and a decolonized perspective, this book explores how cacao is grown, how it's processed into chocolate, and how cultures across the globe consume and celebrate it. Readers will also discover the mood-boosting chemistry behind chocolate and the jobs that keep the chocolate industry thriving. Chocolate Unwrapped invites readers to explore the cultural, environmental, and scientific story behind one of the world's favorite fruits--and how we can shape a more sustainable (and tasty) future.
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