"Chocolate: A Sweet History" by Sandra Markle explores the fascinating journey of chocolate from its ancient beginnings to its place as a beloved treat today. The book delves into the origins of chocolate, tracing its use by ancient civilizations like the Mayans and Aztecs, who cherished cacao for its flavor and cultural significance. Through engaging storytelling, readers learn about the processes of cacao cultivation, the transformation into chocolate, and its widespread popularity. The narrative highlights not only the delicious aspects of chocolate but also its historical and economic impacts, making it a delightful read for both history buffs and chocolate lovers alike. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is part of a book series called Smart About History .

This book has been graded for interest at 5-8 years.

There are 40 pages in this book. This book was published in 2005 by Turtleback Books .

Sandra Markle is the author of numerous award-winning books for children on a variety of science topics, including "Outside and Inside Birds, "an American Library Association Notable Book. She lives in New Zealand. Charise Mericle Harper lives with her husband, two cats and two dogs in Oregon. This is her first published children's book. Maryann Cocca-Leffler has illustrated many books for children, including Bus Route to Boston.