Books about Cooking
Award winning
Carla and the Christmas Cornbread
Carla Hall, 2021
40 pages
Why to read
Captures festive spirit through engaging, heartwarming storyline.
Highlights importance of family, tradition, and generosity.
Encourages culinary curiosity and creativity among children.
Beautifully illustrated, supports visual literacy development.

Carla and the Christmas Cornbread
Carla Hall, 2021
Award winning
Plátanos Are Love
Alyssa Reynoso-Morris, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural heritage through vibrant storytelling.
Enhances language skills and emotional understanding.
Supports early childhood cognitive and social development.
Engaging narrative that fosters family bonding.

Plátanos Are Love
Alyssa Reynoso-Morris, 2023
Award winning
Soul Food Sunday
Winsome Bingham Bingham, 2021
48 pages
Why to read
Celebrates family traditions through cooking and sharing meals.
Strengthen bonds with intergenerational, culturally rich storytelling.
Enhances understanding of community and togetherness.
Vivid illustrations complement engaging, heartwarming narrative.

Soul Food Sunday
Winsome Bingham Bingham, 2021
Award winning
Gigi and Ojiji: Food for Thought
Melissa Iwai, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Explores cultural diversity through cuisine.
Strengthens family bonds with shared adventures.
Encourages curiosity and learning about different foods.
Vibrant illustrations complement engaging storyline.

Gigi and Ojiji: Food for Thought
Melissa Iwai, 2023
Award winning
Makeda Makes a Birthday Treat
Olugbemisola Rhuday-Perkovich, 2023
32 pages
Why to read
Cultivates creativity with delightful birthday treat-making adventure.
Features relatable, diverse characters fostering inclusivity.
Encourages teamwork and problem-solving skills.
Engages young readers with vibrant, captivating illustrations.

Makeda Makes a Birthday Treat
Olugbemisola Rhuday-Perkovich, 2023
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Coco: My Delicious Life (A Branches Book: Lotus Lane #2) (2)
Kyla May, 2013
96 pages
Why to read
Vibrant illustrations foster visual interpretation skills.
Encourages creativity through engaging storylines.
Supports social and emotional development.
Age-appropriate content for young readers.

Coco: My Delicious Life (A Branches Book: Lotus Lane #2) (2)
Kyla May, 2013
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Ramen for Everyone
Patricia Tanumihardja, 2023
48 pages
Why to read
Culinary adventure sparks creativity and cultural appreciation.
Engaging storyline with vibrant, colorful illustrations.
Encourages family bonding through cooking-inspired activities.
Supports comprehension and vocabulary growth.

Ramen for Everyone
Patricia Tanumihardja, 2023
Award winning
Toads on Toast
Linda Bailey, 2012
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging story promotes creative problem-solving skills.
Vibrant illustrations capture children’s attention effectively.
Encourages empathy through character interactions.
Ideal for family shared reading moments.
