Ollie & the Sugar Thief

This is a playful, thought-provoking adventure that takes children on a delicious journey
—and an unexpected encounter with the mysterious Sugar Thief! As Ollie uncovers the
truth about sugar, young readers discover its impact on our energy, mood, body, and
overall health. Packed with fun, humour, and relatable moments, this delightful story
encourages mindful choices and a healthy relationship with sweet treats


Why Nutritional Literacy?

The foundations of lifelong health are built in early childhood. Research consistently
shows that the eating habits formed between the ages of 2 and 8 years have a lasting
influence on children’s physical health, cognitive development, emotional wellbeing and
lifelong food choices.
Yet globally, many young children are growing up with diets high in ultra-processed
foods and low in dietary diversity.
Developing nutritional literacy from an early age—through stories, play and everyday
experiences—empowers children to understand food, make healthier choices, and build
positive lifelong habits. By making nutrition engaging, simple and age-appropriate, we
can help raise a generation that not only knows what to eat, but also why it matters.