The Green Box League of Nutritious Justice Is Nominated For National Parenting Publications Award (NAPPA)

NORCROSS, GA, March 28, 2014 (Press-News.org) Effective Press announces that the new children's illustrated book, The Green Box League of Nutritious Justice (ISBN 978-0988316317, Effective Press, 2014) by Dr. Keith Kantor; Peter Crouth, E.C.; Dana Yarn, R.D.; and Karen Kantor, R.N.; with illustrations by Sarah Adam has been nominated for the prestigious and coveted National Parenting Publications Award (NAPPA) as best children's book. The book teaches children about nutrition and fitness in a fun way that will allow parents and children to share and learn while reading the book. Beautifully illustrated, The Green Box League of Nutritious Justice takes children on an adventure while teaching them a healthy lifestyle. The National Parenting Publications Awards (NAPPA) is one of the longest running and most respected awards programs in the country. With over 20 years of experience in the industry, they have been continuously celebrated as the "go-to" source for parents and professionals seeking the best products for children and families.

"I am honored and humbled that The Green Box League of Nutritious Justice has been nominated for the NAPPA," said Dr. Keith Kantor (www.drkeithkantor.com), author of The Green Box League of Nutritious Justice. "I can't thank Effective Press enough for the nominations and Amazon for helping to allow this all to come together. The outpouring of interest and praise this book is receiving through the various award nominations demonstrates how critical the issue of educating both children and parents on nutrition and fitness is.

"It is my hope that The Green Box League of Nutritious Justice (www.greenboxfoods.com) brings greater awareness and recognition for the need to educate our children early on the benefits of eating healthy and keeping fit," continued Kantor. "Around the world, parents, educators, retailers and members of the media look for the NAPPA seal of approval when selecting quality products and services for children and families and this nomination will assist in creating the needed public awareness for this."

The Green Box League of Nutritious Justice introduces memorable characters such as Knute Trition (the hero), Ed Yucation, Blueberry Bill, Bianca Broccoli, Cornelius Corn, Gordon Grape, Olivia Olive, and many more. The book is perfect for parents who want to introduce children to a healthy lifestyle and be part of the journey of enrichment. The book is also ideal for schools who seek to teach children the benefits of proper nutrition and exercise. But not just children, adults also will learn as they go through the pages of this book that is filled with informative facts about nutrition and exercise that even many of them may not be aware of. The Green Box League of Nutritious Justice offers all the lessons needed for a healthy and fit life including recipes, exercise suggestions, and safety tips. Beyond just teaching proper nutrition in a fun way, Dr. Kantor, who serves on the Presidential Active Lifestyle Award committee offers exercise suggestions as well as challenges children and adults to take part in the program. The book is one that children will pass on to their children with characters that will never grow old and a message that is timeless. A portion of the proceeds from the sale of the book will go to Children's Miracle Network Hospitals.

The National Parenting Publications Awards (NAPPA) is one of the longest running and most respected awards programs in the country. With over 20 years of experience in the industry, they have been continuously celebrated as the "go-to" source for parents and professionals seeking the best products for their children and families. NAPPA enlists a team of independent expert judges and family testers to review each submission thoroughly. Together, they select the most entertaining, appealing, safe, educational, age-appropriate and enduring products as NAPPA Gold, Silver and Honors winners. A NAPPA recognition is more than just a seal of approval. It signifies that a product has been rigorously evaluated against stringent criteria and that it stands out among hundreds of similar products from around the world. Products that receive the prestigious NAPPA award are quality products that parents and professionals can trust.