Hot Dog!: The History of America's Favorite Sausage by Van Zandt, Christine
Hot Dog!: The History of America's Favorite Sausage by Van Zandt, Christine

Hot Dog!: The History of America's Favorite Sausage

Explore the sizzling history of America's favorite ballpark snack! Join Frank De Wienerdog, your outrageously funny guide,...
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Author: Christine Van Zandt
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
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Hot Dog!: The History of America's Favorite Sausage by Van Zandt, Christine

Hot Dog!: The History of America's Favorite Sausage

$23.98
Hot Dog!: The History of America's Favorite Sausage by Van Zandt, Christine

Hot Dog!: The History of America's Favorite Sausage

$23.98
Author: Christine Van Zandt
Format: Hardcover
Language: English
Description

Explore the sizzling history of America's favorite ballpark snack! Join Frank De Wienerdog, your outrageously funny guide, in HOT DOG!--a laugh-out-loud nonfiction adventure that tracks the hot dog's journey from the streets of New York to grills nationwide. This vibrant picture book is perfect for "young foodies," curious readers ages 6-9, and anyone who loves a side of humor with their history.

A Junior Library Guild Gold Standard selection

"This pun-derful tribute to the tube steak is sure to make salivary glands sit up and beg. A 'wiener' for young foodies."--Kirkus Reviews

A Visual and Educational Feast

Get ready for a "frank" look at food culture! Did you know Americans devour a staggering 20 billion hot dogs every year? That's enough to stretch to the moon and back! Author Christine Van Zandt masterfully blends humor and history, while Steven Salerno's bold, playful illustrations bring the zany spirit of this tale to life on every page.


This 40-page, full-color nonfiction book includes:

-Wacky Hot Dog Math: Mind-blowing stats and figures that make learning fun.

-Interactive Backmatter: A recipe for "snake dogs" and a sizzling timeline of hot dog milestones.

-Social Studies Connections: An engaging way to introduce food history and American culture in the classroom or at home.


Why Readers (and Parents) Will Relish This Book:

-Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection: Recognized for its high quality and appeal to young readers.

-Perfect for Reluctant Readers: The fast-paced, pun-filled narrative and visual excitement keep children engaged from start to finish.

-Great for Read-Alouds: A guaranteed crowd-pleaser for library story hours or family reading time.

-More than a story: A cross-curricular read that combines math, history, and culinary fun.

This history is on a roll! Whether you're looking for a gift for a budding chef or a fun addition to a social studies unit, HOT DOG! is the perfect recipe for educational fun.

Author: Christine Van Zandt
Publisher: Odd Dot
Published: 05/12/2026
Pages: 48
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 0.97lbs
Size: 11.11h x 8.51w x 0.48d
ISBN: 9781250388032
Audience: Ages 4-8


Review Citation(s):
School Library Journal 03/01/2026 pg. 89
Kirkus Reviews 01/01/2026
Booklist 05/01/2026

About the Author

Christine Van Zandt is a freelance editor, writing coach, and award-winning author. Her nonfiction picture books include Milkweed for Monarchs (Beaming Books, 2024) and A Brief History of Underpants (becker&mayer! kids, 2021). She lives in Los Angeles, California, with her family. You can find her on her website, X/Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and Bluesky.

Steven Salerno is a New York City-based illustrator of nearly forty popular award-winning picture books, including Brothers at Bat: The True Story of an Amazing All-Brother Baseball Team (a New York Times Notable Book), The Crayon Man: The True Story of the Invention of Crayola Crayons by Natascha Biebow, and the recent Madeline series. He has also written and illustrated five titles of his own, including Tim's Goodbye. A graduate of Parsons School of Design, Steven's picture books have earned many starred reviews, and have been translated into languages around the world.


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