Books about Picnics
Award winning
Holidays Around the World: Celebrate Independence Day: With Parades, Picnics, and Fireworks
Deborah Heiligman, 2007
32 pages
Why to read
Explores diverse Independence Day celebrations globally.
Encourages understanding of cultural and historical significance.
Colorful illustrations captivate and engage young readers.
Ideal for family reading, fosters conversation about traditions.

Holidays Around the World: Celebrate Independence Day: With Parades, Picnics, and Fireworks
Deborah Heiligman, 2007
Award winning
Dora's Picnic
Christine Riccio, Susan Hall, 2003
32 pages
Why to read
Engaging story promotes language and cognitive skills.
Relatable characters enhance emotional understanding.
Encourages problem-solving and social interaction.
Warm illustrations boost visual interpretation skills.

Dora's Picnic
Christine Riccio, Susan Hall, 2003
Award winning
A Frog Ate My Sandwich!
Christine Durkin, Mousam Banerjee, 2021
31 pages
Why to read
Engaging storyline encourages creative thinking.
Fun characters enhance relatability and engagement.
Illustrations stimulate visual perception and interest.
Promotes vocabulary growth and language skills.

A Frog Ate My Sandwich!
Christine Durkin, Mousam Banerjee, 2021
Award winning
Children's Cookbook
Katharine Ibbs, 2004
128 pages
Why to read
Fosters culinary skills and healthy eating habits.
Engaging, interactive recipes suitable for young learners.
Encourages creativity and family bonding through cooking.
Supports child's understanding of measurements and sequences.

Children's Cookbook
Katharine Ibbs, 2004
Award winning
Eddie's Kitchen and How To Make Good Things to Eat
Sarah Garland, 2008
40 pages
Why to read
Engaging story about cooking and family collaboration.
Illustrations enhance understanding and engagement.
Teaches children valuable cooking and planning skills.
Encourages bonding over shared kitchen activities.

Eddie's Kitchen and How To Make Good Things to Eat
Sarah Garland, 2008
Piggies in the Kitchen
Michelle Meadows, Ard Hoyt, 2011
32 pages
Why to read
Captivating tale of creativity and mischief in the kitchen.
Highlights teamwork and collaboration among piggie characters.
Enhances language development with rhythmic, playful text.
Encourages parent-child bonding through shared reading.

Piggies in the Kitchen
Michelle Meadows, Ard Hoyt, 2011
Ben Plants a Butterfly Garden
Kate Petty, Unknown, 1997
20 pages
Why to read
Encourages environmental awareness and conservation in young readers.
Inspires creativity through garden planning and butterfly care.
Teaches patience and responsibility through gardening activities.
Supports learning about insect life cycles and nature.

Ben Plants a Butterfly Garden
Kate Petty, Unknown, 1997
Award winning
Soul Food Sunday
Winsome Bingham Bingham, C.G. Esperanza, Charles G. Esperanza, Sullivan Jones, 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.
