Michelle Obama is planning to write a book with the subject matter of her organic garden on the South Lawn of the White House. The garden was began in 2009 with the help of local elementary school students. The last vegetable garden at the White House was Eleanor Roosevelt’s garden during World War II. The untitled book is scheduled for release in spring 2012. First Lady Obama will donate the proceeds to charity, undetermined now. Her anti-obesity campaign, “Let’s Move!”, which was launched in February 2010, offers five initiatives:
- Creating a healthy start for children
- Empowering parents and caregivers
- Providing healthy food in schools
- Improving access to healthy, affordable foods
- Increasing physical activity
All of these aspects are expected to be included in her book in addition to urban, community gardens and even family recipes. Since First Lady Obama is a highly respected woman perhaps the publication of this book will have more people aware, concerned, educated and involved in food issues, including other political leaders and policy makers.
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http://www.suntimes.com/news/nation/4357483-418/first-lady-writing--book-about-garden.html
http://www.letsmove.gov
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