Theme: cookery

Pascual and the Kitchen Angels

By Book Importer | Published: May 4, 2011

Pascual, a boy blessed by angels at his birth, receives divine help when the Franciscan monks make him their cook.

Descriptors: Early Years (ages 2-6), Fantasy, Picture Book, Spain » Other Themes: , , , , » Leave a comment

The Cazuela That the Farm Maiden Stirred

By Book Importer | Published: March 17, 2011

When a farm girl starts cooking, all the animals want to help. The cow contributes milk, the hen offers eggs, and even the duck makes a special trip to the market. Key English words change to Spanish as the story builds to a delicious ending.

Descriptors: Americas, Early Years (ages 2-6), Folklore, Primary (ages 6-9), United States of America » Other Themes: , , , , , , » 1 Comment

A Taste of Japan

By Yoo Kyung Sung | Published: December 1, 2008

This book provides an overview of Japanese culture and food, including descriptions of staples, information about food production, and recipes.

Descriptors: Intermediate (ages 9-14), Japan, Nonfiction » Other Themes: , , , , , » Leave a comment

When Batistine Made Bread

By Kathy G. Short | Published: March 14, 2007

Six-year-old Batistine makes her own breakfast by milking the cow and baking bread from scratch.

Descriptors: Belgium, Europe, Fiction, Picture Book, Primary (ages 6-9) » Other Themes: , , , » Comments closed