Cooking & Food - Kids Fiction

Mia's the new girl in school--and instead of joining a clique, she's looking for a new way of finding friends. When Mia arrives at her new school, her motto is to be open and friendly with everyone. However, not everyone at Park Street School...

It's time for lunch, and one little mouse is famished In fact, he's so hungry that once he starts eating, he can't stop. He sinks his teeth into a crisp white turnip, gobbles up some orange carrots, devours an ear of yellow corn, then...

Wendy loves spaghetti and meatballs, and she can't resist chocolate ice cream (especially with sprinkles). But one evening, just as she's about to enjoy her favorite meal, she is suddenly no longer hungry. When her mom mentions that she must have lost her appetite,...

When the hungry anteater's lunch escapes, he goes on a search to find more ants to eat. There he is set on an adventure where he learns all about healthy alternative food options from other creatures in the wilderness. This fully illustrated story entertains...

Mix together a used food truck, a road trip that doesn't exactly go as planned, and a lot of pie, and you have the recipe for this sweet middle grade series starter brimming with humor, heart, and a family you'll fall in love with....

Dora the Explorer meets No Reservations in this delicious picture book debut! Follow Kalamata and her alligator sidekick on the first of many exciting food adventures in a charming story about facing fears and overcoming back-to-school jitters. Grown-ups never seemed to notice, but Kalamata's...

Author: Hmh HmhISBN-10: 0358050235ISBN-13: 9780358050230Publisher: Houghton MifflinLanguage: EnglishPublished: 03/15/2019Pages: 16Format: PaperbackWeight: 0.10lbsSize: 5.70h x 7.20w x 0.10dAccelerated Reader:Reading Level: 1.4Point Value: 0.5Interest Level: Lower GradeQuiz #/Name: 28404 / Optometrist

Malina the hedgehog loves to tend to her raspberry bushes and loves to make delicious raspberry jam, but when winter comes, she realizes that a caring community is sweeter than any sweet treat.Author: Svetla RadivoevaISBN-10: 1368024580ISBN-13: 9781368024587Publisher: Disney PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 09/08/2020Pages: 48Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.90lbsSize:...

Anteater is hungry, but he has completely forgotten what anteaters eat. Baffled, and with his tummy rumbling, he consults the other animals. Sloth is too busy, Toucan is clueless, and Crocodile has his own mouth full. Whatever will Anteater do? It isn't until the...

Mini Rabbit is prepared to travel far and wide when he and Mother Rabbit realize they've run out of berries for the cake they're baking. And really, it's all about cake. Mini Rabbit and Mother Rabbit are just putting the finishing touches on a...

Following the re-release of the first three books in this beloved series, here are the final three classic wordless tales in attractive, low-priced hardcover editions. A Boy, a Dog, and a Frog, the first book in this series, launched Mercer Mayer's distinguished career over...

A gentle and age-appropiate introduction to two key issues of our time--hunger and homelessness--from a kid's point of view. This empathy-building book is good for sharing at home or in a classroom."Based on the actual volunteer experience of the author, this picture book provides...

Looking for a fun-to-read-aloud book that has a lot of alliteration, a scrumptious story, and teaches trying new foods and nutrition facts? This is it! Sloane will only eat foods beginning with the letter 'B'. Broccoli, butter, and blue corn chips! Her picky eating...

Everyone is welcome at Big Mama's house for the holidays Come in and celebrate with Big Mama's family and enjoy a tasty new tradition of mouthwatering main courses and scrumptious side dishes shared with smiles and seconds everyone A whimsical new version of the...

This is one cheesy fella! Ready for some big belly laughs? Learn some great food-themed jokes from Little Cheese in this silly little story designed to make your little giggle! This story features a fun finger puppet toy built into the board book encouraging...

"Fresh, whimsical illustrations fairly float off the pages. Rhyming text invites readers. . . . A fun choice for reinforcing the concept of fractions." -- School Library Journal Miss Bloom runs the Strawberry Inn, and she loves visitors. All through the day she welcomes...

George's friend Marco wants to make his famous tortillas for his abuela's birthday, and George is happy to help! But when George knocks over the bag of masa and the grocery store is all out, George and Marco are worried the birthday surprise will...

Based on the Amazon Prime Video original series that was inspired by the classic bestselling picture book series Pete the Cat is whipping up a delicious dish for his class's potluck. Pete can't wait to share his banana casserole with his classmates. It's his...

A new adventure of The Lonely Mailman's beloved characters. A charming tale, printed in stone paper, that invites readers to think about the emotional impact of jealousy, the importance of empathy, and the ability to forgive.Deer wakes up every morning at the break of...

One tiny, happy mouse's simple Thanksgiving dinner gets bigger and bigger....and bigger Uh oh After a Thanksgiving dinner, Mouse peeps out of his hidey-hole and spots a small green pea. It's the perfect feast for one mouse. But maybe he could add just one...

A cooking story for young and old (Includes an original Recipe for Lemon Bar Cake) Pop Pop and Me and A Recipe is a delicious blend of cooking and caring. Pop Pop and Me and A Recipe celebrates the love between a grandson and...

A zesty series for fans of MasterChef Jr. and Kids Cook-off! In episode one, four talented tween chefs step into the spotlight to prove that they have what it takes to become the Next Best Junior Chef. Who will have the grits to get...

This little chick went to the garden. This little chick found a worm. This little chick eyed a berry. And this little chick gave a squirm With counting, fun, and vibrant illustrations, acclaimed storyteller Nancy Tafuri brings the farmyard to life. Mamas and little...

From the family that brought you the Lena in the Spotlight series and the popular For Girls Like You magazine comes Ansley's Big Bake Off, book one in the Daniels Sisters series. This realistic fiction story of family, friendship, and the challenges that so...

Maya's WorldCooking is an art, and art knows no bounds of age. The "ABC's of Cooking" in Maya's World is a whirlwind adventure revolving around all things food and takes place in the most important place of them all - the kitchen. Maya -...

Cloudy with a chance of...pie? An all-new Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs adventure takes foodie fun to--Mars Breaking News: Astronauts Land on Mars Kate and Henry can hardly believe their eyes. Astronauts have landed on Mars And their first discovery there? A thick...

How do you solve a problem like Clark Whittle?From the moment Clark shows up in her first grade class, Gertie knows he's going to be trouble. Clark doesn't follow any of the rules. He calls her Gertrude the Rude and gets her blamed for...

Stubborn but sweet Stanton will only eat foods beginning with the letter 'B': butter, beans, and blue corn chips.Children will love learning basic nutrition facts while finding out why Stanton started eating delicious new foods. They'll even enjoy reading a lot of alliterations aloud,...

Kelsey grapples with her newfound internet popularity in the sixth delicious book in the Donut Dreams series from the author of the Cupcake Diaries and Sprinkle Sundays series Kelsey loves working in her family's restaurant at the Donut Dreams counter, but she feels like...

Britt and Beth help Mom make cupcakes. They take Champ for a walk and when they get back a cupcake is missing. The crumbs on the floor lead to the answer of the missing cupcake. This B-level story uses engaging text to raise confidence...

A delicious book about pretend cooking and dinnertime. For toddlers ages 24 months and up with a focus on the child's daily life.Author: Mylo FreemanISBN-10: 1605374962ISBN-13: 9781605374963Publisher: ClavisLanguage: EnglishPublished: 05/26/2020Pages: 24Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.65lbsSize: 8.90h x 8.30w x 0.40d

The Candy Fairies can't sugarcoat their dilemma--they need to find the Fairy Code Book, and fast! There's a mystery to be solved in Sugar Valley: the Fairy Code Book is missing! Raina, the Gummy Fairy, is frantic. She keeps the book with her at...

An evocative collection of short stories by a three-time Pura Belpre honoree. Now available in paperback When Carmen Teresa receives a notebook as a holiday gift, the guests suggest she write down their own childhood stories, which they tell. But Carmen Teresa, who loves...

We Rise Together is part of a series of books that help young readers take the necessary actions to develop and to humbly own their greatness. We Rise Together uses the pizza-making process to teach vital life lessons. The "rising of the dough" symbolizes...

A new title in the popular 'Princess Arabella' series. It is almost Granny's birthday and Princess Arabella and her friends set out to bake the most DELICIOUS and most GIGANTIC cake in the entire world. But who will be the winner - Princess Arabella,...

Greens, greens, and more greens Dad likes to cook, but he will only cook healthy food. What if you want some sweet and fatty junk food? Well, junk food is okay, if you are Dad's dog. But for his little girl, Dad only serves...

The comforting flavors of fried chicken, mac 'n' cheese, collards, and other home-cooked treats fill the fifth title in the World Snacks series. But it's the gorgeous quilting that nearly steals the show in this celebration of two all-American traditions. - Includes glossary of...

Carrie has worked hard to organize her neighborhood's 4th of July block party. Excitement hangs in the air as she makes sure that every last detail--from the food to the talent show--is ready. Carrie discovers that each family has prepared a special noodle dish....

Anita and Winnifred Wompananny are kitchen witches who spend their days whipping up all kinds of delicious treats. Rarely do the Wompananny Witches venture outside, for they have a crippling fear of the wild children in their neighborhood. One day, a run-in with a...

Best friends Nixie and Grace spend every afternoon together . . . until Nixie's mom gets a new job and Nixie must attend the after-school program, without Grace. Third graders Nixie Ness and Grace Kenny have been best friends since they were two-years-old. They...

James is a very picky eater. His dad has to get creative--very creative--in order to get James to eat foods he thinks he doesn't like. He presents James with a series of outlandish scenarios packed with fanciful and gross kid-friendly details--like pre-chewed gum as...

Louise loves all kinds of art. But when she has to make cupcakes for a bake sale--and everything goes wrong--can she and her brother make messy cupcakes into art? This charming I Can Read story also introduces the concept of how mixing primary colors...

In a heartwarming family story about the patience that it takes to nurture a garden, James and his parents grow the ingredients needed to make a delicious bowl of spaghetti. By exploring the natural process of sprout to harvest, your child will learn about...

Everybody loves french fries!In the second book of the continuing children's book series featuring Freddie the Frog, Freddie is tired of eating flies. Being a curious frog, he loves to try new things. But trying new things can be scary.Watch Freddie go from flies...

Even Your Breakfast Has Bad Days Grumpy Frumpy Croissant isn't happy, and he's taking it out on the breakfast plate Toast, Scone, and Milk think he's being mean, but Croissant thinks they're being mean. A sip of Milk and ten deep breaths help everyone...

Shivani only left Mumbai a few months ago. But she isn't feeling like such an outsider anymore. She likes her new school and she finally has a best friend. But when her mother volunteers for the school's annual fundraiser, Shivani is sure she will...

In Eve Eats Everything, beginning readers learn about the many sounds and functions of the vowel E. Watch as Eve and her stepdad, Ed, grocery shop and imagine eating many delicious foods. Vibrant illustrations and carefully leveled text will engage young readers in a...

Life in her traditional Mennonite community is peaceful, if a little dull, for twelve-year-old Beth who dreams of being an artist. She goes to school, helps with the cooking and cleaning at home, and works with her parents at the local farmer's market. One...

How hungry must you be to go after what you want?Kaiser and Otto, two schnauzers, are promised there will be crunchy baguettes during their travel around France, but the baguettes are not within easy reach. The sight and aroma of the baguettes make them...

There are many adventures waiting for Landon in the big city he loves so much...but first, he needs lunch. Landon and his mom are off to find some yummy foods like kimchi, lobster rolls and empanadas that are cooked in food trucks Come explore...