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Fantastic Picks for Foodie Kids
Get your young reader cooking on National Kids Take Over the Kitchen Day! On September 13th, kids all over the US celebrate the importance and fun of food. Whether it’s an exciting after-school activity or a way to learn about their culture, experiences in the kitchen help teach kids the magic of a good meal.
From heartwarming stories about sharing food with family to recipes to spice up your kitchen, these books are perfect for your little chef!
Montessori in the Kitchen: The Look and Cook Series by Valorie Fisher
In this third title in the popular Look and Cook series, creator Valorie Fisher shows kids how to make their favorite desserts and sweet treats with quick and easy recipes!
In this companion title to Look and Cook Snacks, easy-to-follow and engaging visual recipes will have kids ages 4 to 8 making their favorite breakfast dishes for the whole family to enjoy!
A Good Housekeeping Best Kids’ Book of 2024
“Five-Star Cookbook. Wannabe chefs who don’t know how to read (or who are just learning) can follow recipes from this innovative visually driven cookbook.”—Good Housekeeping
The first of its kind, Look and Cook Snacks is an entirely visual guide to cooking. Designed for children who can’t yet read, this is a must-have introduction to the joys of cooking for kids ages 4 to 8. From scrumptious fruit smoothies to easy-peasy pizzas, each recipe will let your kid will take charge of their discovery of the kitchen!
Featured in the 2023 New York Times Holiday Gift Guide · A KidLitMama Holiday Gift Guide Selection
“SO easy for kids to follow.”—BookRiot
Food and Family Love
Curry Means More by Maria Marianayagam, illustrated by Geeta Ladi
Fry Bread meets Bilal Cooks Daal in this story about a girl and her mom introducing a school friend to curry—and discovering all the things that curry means to them as they learn to make it together.
“A clever stew of poetic words spiced up with joyful illustrations.”—Kirkus Reviews
Download a special recipe from the book.
COMING SOON!
In this moving, hopeful picture book for readers ages 4-8, a young girl rediscovers her passion for baking bread as she once did with her papa—and finds joy again in sharing it with her loved ones.
“A lovingly crafted tale, baked in with tender memories.”—Kirkus Reviews
Download an activity kit and discussion guide, and learn more about the book from the creator, Hannah Chung.
The Most Perfect Persimmon by Hannah Chung
In this charming author-illustrator debut, a Korean American girl harvests a perfectly ripe persimmon that she can’t wait to share with Grandma.
“A delectable tale that will guide young readers to reexamine their own perceptions.”—Kirkus Reviews
Download the activity kit and read a note from the creator.
Familiar Favorites
A love letter? A yummy treat? A fun fold-out alphabet poster? Be My Yummy ABC is ALL THREE! This cozy picture book with irresistible art and a sparkly cover that opens up into a poster of the alphabet is perfect for Valentine’s Day, baby shower gifts, and story time, too!
★ “Essential.” —School Library Journal, starred review
Download Be My Yummy ABC coloring pages, activity kit, and Valentine’s Day cards.
Watch creator Joyce Wan introduce the book.
Keep an eye out for Joyce’s next hit, Lucky New Year: Colors! COMING DECEMBER 30, 2025!
The Little Chefs by Rosemary Wells
For anyone who’s tried to whip up something special for someone they love, and stumbled—this is the book for you. Not since her classic Voyage to the Bunny Planet has Rosemary Wells created such a heartstopper.
A splendid volume of three stories in one darling-sized book from the beloved creator of Max and Ruby.
★“Charming…stories….admire each cook’s aspirations and determination, while providing a dash of magic and a whisk of expertise.”—Publishers Weekly, starred review
The Fabulous Fannie Farmer by Emma Bland Smith, illustrated by Susan Reagan
Fannie Farmer, America’s most famous cooking teacher, discovers that precise measurements are a recipe for cooking success in this STEAM picture book that includes two of her classic recipes.
ALSC Notable Children’s Book · CCBC Choices 2025 · A NSTA-CBC Best STEM Book · 2025 Texas Topaz List · 2025 Rise: A Feminist Book Project Title
★ “A very inspiring biography.”—Youth Services Book Review, starred review
Download a recipe from the book and watch an introduction from the author, Emma Bland Smith.
Born Hungry by Alex Prud’homme, illustrated by Sarah Green
How did Julia Child become one of America’s most celebrated and beloved chefs? Her grandnephew reveals her story in this picture book that Jacques Pépin calls a “vivid portrait . . . an enjoyable read.” Julia’s kid-friendly recipe for Oeufs Brouillés (Scrambled Eggs) is included!
Junior Library Guild Selection · CCBC Choices 2023 · Texas Library Association Texas Topaz Nonfiction Reading List
“Fun to read…”—The New York Times Book Review
Download the discussion guide and watch the book trailer.
