Juvenile Fiction - Cooking & Food

The story of the industrious Little Red Hen is not a new one, but when this particular hen spies a can of tomato sauce in her cupboard and decides to make a pizza, the familiar tale takes on a fresh new twist. Kids will...

A girl and her grandmother spend the day making mochi together in this gentle and joyous "storytelling treat" (Kirkus Reviews, starred review) celebrating family, tradition, and the memories that matter most. Emi and Obaachan are making mochi. It's a recipe that's been passed down...

Through his signature illustrations that explode with fun and flavor, New York Times bestselling author Todd Parr invites everyone to the funkiest, most unforgettable potluck on the block. We all know kids love macaroni and cheese. But who knew monsters do too? In this...

A group of adventurous mice decides the family buffet is the perfect way to celebrate the holidays, as long as they can avoid the family cat. 'Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house, not a creature was stirring, not even a...

For fans of The Sour Grape, here is a laugh-out-loud picture book about resisting the temptation for revenge--and why it's rarely the answer. Mushroom is having a bad day . . . okay, maybe that's an understatement. Mushroom is having the worst day EVER....

WINNER of the Ezra Jack Keats Best New Illustrator Award!A delicious exploration of all kinds of breads, from sourdough to bannock to bao, that will tickle your taste buds and warm your heart. What's the only way to make bread? You might use white...

Author: Stephanie YoungPublisher: Oni PressPublished: 06/09/2026Pages: 232Binding Type: PaperbackWeight: 1.10lbsSize: 8.90h x 6.00w x 0.70dISBN: 9798894880907Audience: Ages 9-12Review Citation(s): School Library Journal 03/01/2026 pg. 72Kirkus Reviews 04/01/2026Booklist 05/01/2026About the AuthorStephanie Young is a writer, pancake connoisseur, and pie baker. She likes the constellation Pleiades,...

A Little Golden Book based on Nickelodeon's The Tiny Chef! Tiny Chef and Olly are excited to enter their apple pie into a baking competition! But when a bumpy ride ruins the pie, can they come up with a solution before judging starts? Kids...

"A sweet story that reminds readers to always put their hearts into whatever they do" -- Kirkus Reviews Miko likes things to be perfect. She folds her clothes like origami. She always paints inside the lines and writes each character neatly and carefully. When...

A bright and contemporary retelling of the classic tale. Dad's made a delicious-looking pancake, and everyone wants some - but the pancake has other ideas! It flips out of the pan and flies through the open door, shouting: "No one's going to eat me,...

A #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER! "This engaging title reminds children that having the courage to try new things can result in positive experiences." --Booklist "Amplifies...themes of acceptance and sharing." --Publishers Weekly "Humor leavens Al Abdullah's timely...message about cultural sensitivity." --Horn Book From Her...

When it's time to celebrate, friends and family gather to make tamales. So deck the halls! C'mon get jolly! Tama-la-la-la-la-la-la-la!Tis the season for tamales! Led by a singing, strumming, drumming band of tamales, young readers are invited to join in the fun holiday tradition...

The #1 New York Times Bestseller!Be a smart cookie--and don't miss the fifth picture book in the #1 New York Times bestselling Food Group series from creators Jory John and Pete Oswald! This cookie has never felt like a smart cookie no matter how...

A CALIBA GOLDEN POPPY AWARD FINALIST - A father and son share family stories through a spice box, handed down from generation to generation, in this tender picturebook. Rishi's grandma arrives from India today, and he longs to cook curry alongside his Dad using...

The town of Happy Ville is in trouble! The children no longer laugh and play like they used to. Three little travelers are determined to discover the reason behind this and the connection that the mysterious Sugar-Goo man has to this ominous change. Through...

Celebrate Rosh Hashanah with Ellie and her family--and try your hand at some baking and making of your own. Shorter days and cooler air mean autumn is here. For Ellie, the best part is Rosh Hashanah, the Jewish New Year! Ellie loves helping Mom...

It's early springtime in the forest. The snow is melting, and the sweet maple trees are budding. That can only mean one thing; it's time to collect the sap and make some delicious maple syrup. Join a young girl as she discovers the magic...

A LOVE POEM FROM A FATHER TO HIS TWO SONS, AND A TRIBUTE TO THE BEES THAT POLLINATE THE FOODS WE LOVE TO EAT. "Sometimes bees can be a bit rude. They fly in your face and prance on your food." And yet... without...

As homey as its subject, a sweet tribute to America's favorite dessert and the love that gets baked into it. This is just about the perfect day: a morning in the kitchen baking, a bike ride across town with a fresh pie in the...

Author: Judith KerrPublisher: HarperCollins Children's BooksPublished: 07/21/2026Pages: 10Binding Type: Board BookWeight: 0.65lbsSize: 7.20h x 7.20w x 0.60dISBN: 9780008771836Audience: Baby-PreschoolAbout the AuthorJudith Kerr was born in Berlin, but left Germany with her family in 1933 to escape the rising Nazi party. They settled in England,...