Books like Vegetables
Okra Stew
Natalie Daise, 2023
40 pages
Why to read
Celebrates cultural diversity through engaging storytelling.
Enhances vocabulary with unique, culturally-rich language.
Encourages family bonding over shared heritage stories.
Supports emotional development through relatable conflicts.

Okra Stew
Natalie Daise, 2023
Award winning
World of Food: A delicious discovery of the foods we eat
Sandra Lawrence, 2022
64 pages
Why to read
Explore global cuisines through engaging and colorful illustrations.
Boosts knowledge on nutrition and diverse cultural foods.
Encourages curiosity and appreciation for global diversity.
Ideal for interactive parent-child educational activities.

World of Food: A delicious discovery of the foods we eat
Sandra Lawrence, 2022
Award winning
World Kitchen
Abigail Wheatley, 2023
64 pages
Why to read
Explores diverse cuisines with colorful, engaging illustrations.
Encourages cultural appreciation and culinary curiosity.
Supports language development and descriptive vocabulary.
Ideal for interactive family reading and activity sessions.

World Kitchen
Abigail Wheatley, 2023
Award winning
A Garden in Your Belly: Meet the Microbes in Your Gut
Masha D'yans, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Introduces children to microbiology through vibrant illustrations.
Fosters curiosity about science and the human body.
Encourages healthy eating habits through engaging storytelling.
Supports development of literacy and cognitive skills.

A Garden in Your Belly: Meet the Microbes in Your Gut
Masha D'yans, 2024
Award winning
Garlic and the Vampire
Bree Paulsen, 2021
160 pages
Why to read
Engaging adventure fosters bravery and self-confidence.
Illustrations enrich storytelling, enhance visual literacy.
Emphasizes teamwork, community importance.
Crafts relatable fears into empowering resolutions.

Garlic and the Vampire
Bree Paulsen, 2021
Award winning
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
Next Level: A Hymn in Gratitude for Our Differences
Samara Cole Doyon, 2024
32 pages
Why to read
Celebrates diversity and inclusiveness through captivating narrative.
Encourages appreciation for individuality in a warm, poetic tone.
Inspires young readers to embrace and respect differences.
Supports emotional and social development in children.

Next Level: A Hymn in Gratitude for Our Differences
Samara Cole Doyon, 2024
Award winning
Nelican's Lemons
Riya Aarini, 2022
32 pages
Why to read
Fosters creativity and innovative thinking.
Teaches resilience through engaging storytelling.
Enhances vocabulary and language skills.
Encourages empathy and emotional understanding.
