American Grown (Abridged): The Story of the White House Kitchen Garden and Gardens Across America Audiobook

" A good quick read -- with a few entangled purposes. First the description of the White House Garden, then good interludes on everything from bee keeping to proper selection and storage of "seasonally appropriate" (or seasonally available) veggies from the White House chefs. And finally aspects on battling childhood obesity by looking at historical trends, dietary (school breakfast/lunch) trends, and "get active" programs. I liked the overarching organization by the seasons. It was inspiring to get out and do more gardening and farmer's market shopping -- never a bad thing! "

" Very cool book! "

" The book was good, but it turns out the I personally am more interested in how they use the food than how they grow it. So I was not that interested in the gardening tips. I tried a couple of the recipes they provided in the back, but neither turned out very well. I most enjoyed that section that talked about Mrs. Obama's Let's Move initiative. "

" I actually admire Michelle Obama for her fight against child obesity. This is a serious issue in our country and one we can't ignore. This book tells the story of the White House Kitchen Garden she started as a symbol of healthy eating, and it also tells the story of other community and school gardens across the country. There were some basic gardening tips for the novice gardener (which I am) as well as some recipes at the end. "

" Borrowed from the library. Very lovely pictorial presentation of the White House garden, its history and current developments. Fits particularly well into my "terraforming" my yard into an organic mixed plant-fruit-berry-veggie garden. No more grass! I particularly enjoyed how each season was represented. The recipes are good. I made rhubarb-strawberrry pie after finishing the book. I also ordered copies for myself and my son. It's a keeper! Profits from this book go to the Parks! "

" So I just really checked this book out to see what her thoughts on the whole gardening thing was. Let me just say I was so not diappointed this book was fabulous. THe picstures and recipes where so beautiful, They were just lovely . The book was full of white house history and gardens around our country, It was perfect . Just WOW. "

" Very enjoyable for anyone who has an interest in gardening and local food movements and healthy food initiatives. "

" I loved mixing two of my favorite subjects, politics and the environment in one book. It was well done and useful, not just pontifications. "

" Bright and inspiring. "

" Great illustrations, some good information. Mostly an "inspiration" book. I wish there had been more how-to's. "

" This is a fantastic read and I especially enjoyed the anecdotes about past gardening efforts at the White House. There were also a few recipes, which was a surprise. "

" This is a charming book about the garden at the White House and about the history of gardening and landscaping at the President's home complete with recipes from the White House chefs. It was easy to read with beautiful pictures of the development of the garden by seasons. "

" This book has a variety of information about gardening, plotting, the Obama administration and American history. Although not in depth on any particularly topic, it is great light reading book. "

" I liked that Michelle seems genuinely interested in this cause. I have been on a waiting list at my library, so it must still be popular. It was well done, even if it was ghost written, it conveys a genuine concern. "

" This is a great book about Mrs. Michelle Obama transforming part of the White House lawn into a garden. The garden helps the community by inviting others to partipate and partake in the bounty. "

" A book with beautiful photographs, good receipes, tips for a home garden, and stories of the White House kitchen garden and others around the country. Have even more admiration for Michelle Obama who chooses to put her energy into things that really matter. "

" First Lady Michelle Obama is so awesome. Let's grow stuff! "

" I love the FLOTUS! Just say YES to gardening, healthier eating and getting active to improve fitness. The obesity epidemic is a national tragedy. Thank you, Michelle, for your efforts to improve the health of our nation's children. "

" I really liked this book, very inspiring to garden year round and eat healthy in general. I would have liked to see more recipes, but perhaps the First Lady can write another book with them. "

" This is a fun book. I love the beautiful photos, Bo looks so happy in the garden. "

" i liked this book - it was hopeful and informational and pretty. i like it when you see good examples coming out of our Nation's representatives. Long live the Victory/ White House/ and Monticello's gardens!! "

" I loved all the stories about community gardens and community programs. Very inspiring!!! "

" I love love loved this book! It was so inspiring and educating. Full of gardening tips, recipes and motivation. I've always loved eating my veggies but I'm definitely going to change some eating habits in this new year! "