January 2011 Recommended Reads for Youth - Food!

January 2011- Happy New Year and Happy Eating!

Check out these books where eating and cooking is what it’s all about.

1. Eating the Alphabet by Lois Ehlert

   Fruits and vegetables from A-Z with colorful pictures. Ages birth-5. Available in large print LP008710.

2. Salad People and More Real Recipes: A New Cookbook for Preschoolers by Mollie Katzen

   A safe and simple recipe book for even the youngest aspiring chef. Ages 3-8. Available in audio RC062384 and downloadable book DB062384.

3. Pete’s a Pizza by William Steig

   On a rainy day, Pete’s father decides to make Pete into a pizza to cheer him up. Ages 3-5. Available in Braille BR012028.

4. The Doorbell Rang by Pat Hutchins

   Victoria and Sam are excited to share the cookies their mom made for them. But then the doorbell rang…Ages 3-7. Available in Braille BR007134 and BRW00856.

5. Kids First Cookbook: Delicious, Nutritious Treats to Make Yourself

   50+ treats that are fun to make, fun to eat, and good for you. Ages 5-10. Available in audio RC051428.

6. The Popcorn Book by Tomie DePaola

   Two brothers prepare popcorn together and learn about the snack’s history. Ages 6-10. Available in audio RC056913 and downloadable book DB056913.

7. Eggs by Dorothy Turner

   Learn the history of one of the world’s most popular foods. Also check out Turner’s other histories, Milk and Potatoes. Ages 7-10. Available in audio RC033836.

8. Grow It, Cook It by Jill Bloomfield

   Includes instructions for growing your own fruits and vegetables and recipes to make delicious, fresh dishes. Ages 8 and up. Available in audio RC067838 and downloadable book DB067838.

9. Everything on a Waffle by Polly Horvath

   After her parents disappear, Primrose befriends the owner of a local restaurant and learns to cook. Ages 9-12. Available in audio RC053669, large print LP021958, downloadable book DB053669, and Braille BR017295.

10. Cooking Fun: 120 Simple Recipes to Make With Kids by Rae Grant

    Fun in the kitchen for the whole family. Ages 9 and up. Available in audio RC068363 and downloadable book DB068363.

11. Science Experiments You Can Eat by Vicki Cobb

    If you love playing with your food, this is the book for you! Ages 10-14. Available in audio RC050733 and downloadable book DB050733.

12. Granny Torrelli Makes Soup by Sharon Creech

    The kitchen is where Rosie and her grandmother have always spent time together. When Rosie and her best friend Bailey, who is vision impaired, have a fight, Granny using cooking to bring them back together. Ages 10-14. Available in audio RC057472, downloadable book DB057472, and Braille BR015241.

13. The Coming to America Cookbook: Delicious Recipes and Fascinating Stories from America’s Many Cultures by Joan D’Amico

    This book is full of recipes and interesting tidbits about the foods which came to America from other countries. Ages 10 and up. Available in audio RC062630 and downloadable book DB062630.

14. What the World Eats by Faith D’Aluisio

    This book chronicles what 25 families eat over 25 days all over the world. Ages 11 and up. Available in audio RC067687 and downloadable book DB067687.

15. The Scoop on What You Eat: What You Should Know About Diet and Nutrition by Kathlyn Gay

    Discusses the growing trend of childhood obesity and junk food and what you can do to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Ages 12 and up. Available in audio RC069172 and downloadable book DB069172.

16. Teens Cook: How to Eat What You Want to Eat by Megan Carle

    Sick of eating what your parents make for dinner? Learn to cook yourself! Ages 13 and up. Available in Braille BR016086.

17. Teens Cook Dessert by Megan Carle

    Looking for the perfect way to impress friends, relatives, and that special someone? Cook them an amazing dessert! Ages 13 and up. Available in Braille BR017073.

18. The Omnivore’s Dilemma: Young Reader’s Edition by Michael Pollan

    Ever wonder where your food comes from? Ages 12 and up. Available in audio RC070342 and downloadable book DB070342.

19. Flavor of the Week by Tucker Shaw

    240 pound Cyril is in love with Rose, but Rose likes his best friend, Nick. When Cyril agrees to help Nick cook a meal and win Rose’s heart, it’s a recipe for disaster. Ages 14 and up. Available in audio RC058116 and downloadable book DB058116.

20. Burger Wuss by M.T. Anderson

    After he catches his girlfriend cheating on him, he takes a job at a fast food restaurant as part of a revenge scheme. Ages 15 and up. Available in audio RC050325 and downloadable book DB050325.