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Granny's Kitchen

Granny's Kitchen

Published in
2022
4.03
on Goodreads (162)

Description

Accompanied by Ken Daley's vibrant, sun-soaked artwork, Sadé Smith's debut picture book Granny's Kitchen is the perfect readaloud for budding chefs everywhere. Shelly-Ann lives with her Granny on the beautiful island of Jamaica. When Shelly-Ann becomes hungry, she asks her Granny for something to eat. Granny tells her “Gyal, you betta can cook!” and teaches Shelly-Ann how to get in touch with her Jamaican roots through the process of cooking. As Shelly-Ann tries each recipe, everything goes wrong. But when Granny is too tired to cook one morning, Shelly-Ann will have to find the courage to try one more time and prepare the perfect Jamaican breakfast. Praise for Granny's Kitchen : "Warm and inviting. Daley’s vibrant, highly saturated illustrations bolster the appeal and are sure to entice young readers―and perhaps encourage them to try their own hand in the kitchen. ... A vibrant, upbeat story of a determined girl and her love of food." ― Kirkus Reviews
Age
3-6
Text complexity
proficient
Length
32 pages
Book in series
#3

Why to read

  • Connects readers with cultural heritage
  • Inspires appreciation for family bonds
  • Encourages exploration of personal identity
  • Teaches valuable life skills through cooking