The Froot Troop STORY
A children’s graphic novel centered on wellness, introducing children to the importance of health and nutri on within the Black community. The story follows a heroic trio—Snaps the Apple, Sunny The Orange, & Lemon the Strawberry—as they fight villains stealing solar nutrients and spreading dehydration in this fun-filled adventure.
MEET THE AUTHOR
Barry Raynor, Jr. , a talented and passionate aspiring children's book author hailing from Prince George’s County, MD. With a heart full of creativity and a mind buzzing with imagination, Barry is on a mission to bring diverse and captivating stories to young readers around the world with his book series The Froot Troop.Growing up Barry drew inspiration from his surroundings, and his own experiences and cultural heritage. Fueled by a desire to fill the literary landscape with representation, Barry weaves tales that celebrate the beauty of diversity and empower children from all backgrounds. Using something that all would love our children to eat, Fruit.With a background in customer service, project management, and experience as a DBT Teacher in Washington, DC, Barry brings a unique perspective to his writing, infusing each story with authenticity and relatability. The Froot Troop often revolves around themes of identity, friendship, resilience, and the magic of discovery, resonating with young hearts and curious minds.When Barry isn't busy crafting stories, they can be found drawing characters and coming up with new stories to tell and educating children on new fruits for them to discover. Which further enriches his storytelling prowess. As he continues on his journey to becoming a published author, Barry remains dedicated to fostering a love for reading and learning among children, one enchanting story at a time.
THE MISSION
Barry Raynor, a passionate children's book author, is on a mission to transform the eating habits of families worldwide through his beloved “Froot Troop” series. With a heart for philanthropy, he aims to place a “Froot Troop” book in the hands of every family, starting with those in Prince George's County, MD, and extending his reach globally. Raynor's vision is to inspire healthier eating habits in children and their families, using the power of storytelling to promote the importance of nutritious food and wellness. His work seeks to make a lasting impact, changing the way people think about food and encouraging positive lifestyle changes for generations to come.
WHO ARE THE FROOT TROOP?
For years, the Froot Troop were able to defeat evil doers left and right, until they are met with their greatest enemy of all. An enemy that has the ability to steal solar nutrients from everything around them. Even the solar nutrients of living froot until they spoil into mindless zombies and control them? With this great power how will The Froot Troop defeat a being that can do such things? Can they defeat an Exotic Fruit with this special power? Follow their story and find out more!
ADVOCATING THE RIGHT TO HAVE FRESH FOOD
Author Barry Raynor, Jr. wrote this book driven by his profound concern for young children in communities where access to the right or enough fruits and vegetables is limited. Recognizing the crucial role that fruits and vegetables play in the growth and development of young people, he aims to influence their eating habits to combat diabetes and obesity, particularly in communities of color.
Having witnessed firsthand the adverse effects of unhealthy eating and how it degrades your quality of life in our coummunity, Author Barry has become dedicated to advocating for healthier diets for children. His passion led him to create a book specifically tailored for young readers aged 4 to 7 and 7 to 14, delivering a powerful message about the importance of healthy eating as you grow in life.
10.1m+
A report from feeding America (2023) there are roughly 10 million Black children under age 18 in America
1 in 4
In 2023, 1 in 4 Black children in the United States experienced food insecurity. Within a 30 day span.
27%
a report from Feeding America (2023) states that 27% of Black children lived in food insecure households
GENERATIONAL HEALTH
The book is meticulously designed to capture the attention of youth, utilizing vibrant and colorful illustrations that resonate with children. Through engaging pictures and relatable content, it conveys the message that fruits and vegetables are heroes in the quest for better health.
Not only is this book an invaluable resource for parents and guardians, providing them with a tool to guide young people towards lifelong healthy eating habits, but it also serves as an educational aid for adults who may not be consuming enough healthy foods. By fostering awareness and understanding, Author Barry's book aims to inspire both children and adults to embrace a healthier lifestyle, ultimately contributing to the well-being of entire communities.
FOR MORE ON HOW THE FROOT TROOP IS FIGHTING FOR GENERATIONAL HEALTH IN OUR CHILDREN’S LIVES, CLICK THE LINK BELOW.
MEET THE MEMBERS OF THE FROOT TROOP
SNAPS
The team's fearless leader and most optimistic of the bunch. He can always be counted on to show up just in the knick of time and motivate his team to victory. ALWAYS RELIABLE IN A BATTLE.
LEMON
"Lemon", full name: Strawberri LemonAde, but she just goes by Lemon the team's brains and tech savvy genius. She also has the highest IQ in the entire Solarverse.
SUNNY
Sunny is the team's heavy hitter. He is the glue of the team when no one is seeing eye to eye. Without him the team would fall apart. He wears shades to hold back his tremendous power.
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