Cooking & Food - Kids Fiction

WHAT IS JUNKET? Junket is a delicious custard and a lovely dessert. But why is the old man with a red beard and red slippers eating such an enormous bowl of junket, and what could he possibly be thinking about while he feasts? That's...

A young boy finds his calling as the chef of a fancy restaurant in this read-aloud picture book. Comfort food indeed Eating outrageously fine cuisine is the sole activity that stops this young lad from screaming incessantly. But one fateful night, when his parents...

As this delightful picture book opens, Fox is bored of his usual meal of plain old toad, so he turns to a cookbook of toad recipes for inspiration. Having caught a sackful of small, young toads as recommended, Fox is deciding on a recipe...

Follow the annual cycle of an Apple Tree from first blossoms to harvest time, then sit back and enjoy a liitle slice of life wrapped up in a pie crust.From the backyard to the kitchen, the magic in this story is more than just...

Missy loves Saturdays with her dad. Every week they do something special together. Usually, Dad brings the funds and Missy brings the fun, but this week, it's Missy's turn to treat with her own allowance--until she and her dad stop for pizza, and Missy...

In the Florida Keys, far off the beaten path, is the tropical garden paradise of Grimal Grove. For the first time, a wider audience can explore its rare and exotic fruits in this fantastic coloring book. In the 1950s, a man named Adolf Grimal...

When Coco the mouse slips under a young spruce tree on his morning walk through the forest, he discovers a village of gingerbread houses and "Gingers" -- gingerbread men and women brought to life by magic. But all is not well in Gingerbread Village....

"An excellent, funny, and culturally appropriate work on the importance of family time." - Rogene Carter, educator A young boy can't wait for his mom to come home from work so she can go on a bug hunt with him, but she needs a...

This book captures the magic and sense of excitement that happens on Saturday mornings in kitchens everywhere. The universally loved Saturday morning pancake breakfast with kids and their parents. The story reveals the adventures of a little boy as he awakes his father to...

In My Cake / Mi Pastel, a young boy takes us on a fun, food-filled journey. This 50-page bilingual children's book is a beautifully illustrated resource to teach Spanish to younger readers and aid English Language Learners.Author: Tahlonna GrantISBN-10: 1732204985ISBN-13: 9781732204980Publisher: Beansprout BooksLanguage: EnglishPublished:...

A large extended family is enjoying their summer vacation in New England, and Grandpa has been getting everyone up at five in the morning to dig for clams. They haven't found many yet, but their luck is about to change. The morning after a...

Spanish is Easy are stories for children and the parents of the children. In this story The Mexican dragon loves for children to go read books at the library. He is sad because children spend too much time playing games and using tablets and...

Simone leads a double life. As a covert agent, she walks in the footprints of her spy mother, darting between the shadows. If she's not sleuthing, she's icing eclairs and dusting pastries in her father's patisserie. When a notorious thief returns to Paris, the...

Catch My Kiss, Baking Bliss is the second book in the Catch My Kiss series. Join Mama Bear and her cub in their kitchen adventure as they whip up some delicious treats and remind each other that adding love to all they do is...

Sky, a young baker extraordinaire, is selling her famous cupcakes to raise money for the local animal shelter where she found her beloved dog, Cocoa. Everyone is crazy about Sky's cupcakes. Everyone, that is, except Mr. Conway. Can Sky and Cocoa help a lonely...

'The Yummiest Githeri' takes us on a journey to the majestic central highlands of Kenya and introduces us to the tasty African cuisine, githeri. This is the story of a confident young girl, Wanja, who faces bullying and other challenges at school with the...

'I Love Ugali and Sukuma Wiki' brings to life the world of one energetic Kenyan boy, Akiki and his love for his favourite food - ugali and sukuma wiki. Ugali and sukuma wiki is the staple dish of maizemeal and greens cherished throughout eastern...

Meet Zoe Jones (aka Zinnia Jakes), a nine-year old SECRET PASTRY CHEF! Schoolgirl by day and chef by night! When Zinnia Jakes get a new pastry order for a special medieval crumbling castle cake, she has no idea where to start! Not only that...

AJOONI LOVES CAKE is a story about a young girl named Ajooni who absolutely loves cake! She loves cake so much that she eats a different flavored cake every single day of the week! There is only one problem ... Ajooni hates baking! Finally,...

11 year old genius Chef Zin Mignon is in a horrific pickle. He's been kidnapped from Le Cordon Bleu cooking school in Paris by the mysterious Mustard Monks and spirited away to their ultra-remote mountaintop abbey. In time, he'll be able to take their...

Max is a bright boy who loves baking cupcakes with his mom and dad. But before he can get started, he needs some help.As Max sets out on a delicious adventure in the kitchen, he must first wash his hands, find the right utensils...

From avocado to zucchini, explore the world of food through the alphabet in ABC Delicious. Help kids learn letters and encourage food exploration with simple text and vibrant illustrations. The alphabet never looked so tasty Author: Natalie BrouletteISBN-10: 0578753057ISBN-13: 9780578753058Publisher: Plumlette PublishingLanguage: EnglishPublished: 11/17/2020Pages:...

A perfect first series for beginning to learn Chinese Mandarin for kids in preschool, kindergarten and elementary. Toddlers and babies can listen and look. This is an adorable and informative must-have first words book for any family who wants to get little ones excited...

Meet Zoe Jones (aka Zinnia Jakes), a nine-year-old SECRET PASTRY CHEF! Schoolgirl by day and chef by night! Zoe is ecstatic! She has won the Wildside Zoo's endangered animals competition with her super-cute tortoise cupcake idea. But when she does more research about Galapagos...

Meet Charlotte the Chef Charlotte and her kitchen crew are preparing for a busy day in her little restaurant, and you're invited to have a taste Using vibrant artwork and a show-and-tell narrative, Charlotte's story will introduce young readers to the joy of being...

On a trip to Grandma's, a child discovers a startling, amazing, mysterious truth about the old fridge in the basement. THE FOODS IN THE FRIDGE ARE ALL ALIVE! But how? And who will believe it? Readers young and old will love this delightfully imaginative...

Maya Monkey loves to cook scrambled eggs to start her day. Will you enjoy cooking too? Maya thinks you just may In this delightful picture book, Maya Monkey heads to the kitchen to make scrambled eggs with her mother. Recipe included Author: Katie HeathISBN-10:...

Nacho Ninja - Protector of the Nacho WayHe fights for Nachos everywhere. He's a Nacho. And he's a Ninja. He's Nacho Ninja Protector of the Nacho Way He fights for the chips. He fights for the cheese. He loves guacamole. And salsa fresca too....

Some may think gumbo is simply a delicious stew, but down in Cajun country we know a gumbo is so much more. The magic of history, family tradition, local customs, and bayou seasoning meld to created a swirling wonder of flavor that enchants the...

Come join the fun as Annie's friends accept her invitation to "COME AS YOU ARE " Be sure to bring your appetite for spaghetti, meatballs, and laughs.FROM AMERICA'S MOST TRUSTED NAME IN EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION More than seventy years of educational research and innovative...

We all love ice cream, so what better way to enjoy it than by mixing in some alphabet fun? Join our friend in a wondrous ice cream shop with whimsical fl avours for each letter! So let the imaginations fl y as we take...

Have you ever been so hungry that you didn't know what to eat? You look around, rummage through cabinets, but still can't make up your mind. "What Else Should I Eat?" captures that feeling and takes readers on an imaginative journey through a magical...

Everyone gets angry, frustrated and hurt. We tend to respond quickly and irrationally in those moments. It is so important to stop and calm down before reacting. This book shares a funny but irrational story to teach children this lesson.Author: Theresa JamesISBN-10: 1612449891ISBN-13: 9781612449890Publisher:...

Lucas is a picky eater, but he gets to learn about healthy eating and pick out food when he goes to the supermarket. Young readers will find out how fun healthy eating can be Author: Gina BellisarioISBN-10: 1728431301ISBN-13: 9781728431307Publisher: Lerner Publications (Tm)Language: EnglishPublished: 08/01/2021Pages:...

Amani goes shopping to buy fruit. How much can she put in her basket?This book is part of a culturally diverse library collection, offering a levelled reading runway to help boost literacy and encourage a love of reading.Your purchase of this book supports Library...

Where There's a Whisk, There's a Way takes readers on a magic trip down the rabbit hole to the place where sugar and spice make everything nice: Alice's Wonderland Bakery. Based on the new Disney Junior series, this gorgeously illustrated original picture book follows...

From celebrated children's book creators Ruth Krauss and Crockett Johnson comes the beloved classic story The Carrot Seed.When a little boy plants a carrot seed, everyone tells him it won't grow. But when you are very young, there are some things that you just...

Join The Very Hungry Caterpillar for one of his favorite parts of the day: snack time! The Very Hungry Caterpillar is very hungry . . . for snacks! With die-cut pages, a simple narrative, and beautiful artwork from Eric Carle, this interactive board book...

Children will love learning where our fruit comes from in this unique picture book which combines a seasonal story with facts and botanical illustrations. Sophie lives in the city and spends her summer in the countryside where she learns all about the fruits that...

A charming story of a young Muslim girl determined to do the right thing.Author: Asma Mobin-Uddin MDISBN-10: 1590786041ISBN-13: 9781590786048Publisher: Boyds Mills PressLanguage: EnglishPublished: 04/01/2009Pages: 34Format: HardcoverWeight: 0.88lbsSize: 11.22h x 9.22w x 0.41dAccelerated Reader:Reading Level: 4.2Point Value: 0.5Interest Level: Lower GradeQuiz #/Name: 128258 / Party...

The Bunny Queen is back, but now that she's finally taking her naps, she doesn't want to eat her veggies. Follow along on the Bunny Queen's next adventure as she learns the importance of eating healthy food. This book encourages toddlers and young readers...

How do you bake an American pie? Preheat the world until fiery hot with a hunger and thirst to be free. Now find a giant melting pot on the shores of a great shining sea. From the bestselling author of Bear Snores On comes...

Daniel Tiger learns how to manage a food allergy in this helpful 8x8 storybook based on an episode of Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood. When Daniel eats a peach for the first time, he learns that he is allergic to the fruit. Thankfully, Dad and Doctor...

The otter family has a problem: little Oggie only wants to eat orange foods. His mother does not understand and she tries to convince him to taste different foods--foods that children usually love--but Oggie is not interested. Frustrated and on the verge of giving...

The eighth book in a delicious series by New York Times bestselling author Sheryl Berk and her cupcake-obsessed daughter, Carrie.Sadie's basketball coach falls on tough times. But the girls know that the power of friendship--and cupcakes--might be just what Coach Walsh needs!But when Coach...

Sing along to the time-honored nursery rhyme Pat-a-Cake illustrated for very young children by Hazel Q.A baking bear takes on the task of making a special cake in this reimagined version of the traditional rhyme. This sturdy board book is designed to withstand lots...

He loves me, he loves me not...Alexis leaves a Valentine's Day surprise for her crush. Does he like her back? Despite objections from her Cupcake Club pals, Alexis makes a special valentine cupcake for her crush, Emma's older brother Matt, and leaves it for...

The family's getting together on Saturday, and JoAnn is bringing the lasagna First, she decides to make extra, since Anna has always loved it. But what's lasagna without meatballs? Everyone loves meatballs. And then there are the sausages and braciole and eggplant. Hooray for...

Kylie Jean decides to enter a cooking contest on a local TV station. She enlists the help of her grandmother as a sous chef. Together they make some pretty spectacular dishes But will Kylie's dish be amazing enough to win the contest?Author: Marci PeschkeISBN-10:...

Emma's earning money left and right--but is she in over her head? When Mia asks the Cupcake Club girls to be junior bridesmaids in her mother's wedding, everyone is superexcited about the idea...especially when they find the perfect dress for the occasion It's Emma's...