First published 2018
Whitney Stewart opens her culinary journey by introducing readers to the vast differences in what children eat around the world. She takes young explorers through 14 countries, from Brazil and Spain to Morocco, India, and China, revealing how families in each nation prepare, consume, and view their food. Each country gets its own dedicated section featuring native dishes with clear pronunciations and detailed descriptions. Stewart includes photographs that showcase local food cultures alongside illustrated maps displaying each region's key crops. She provides simple recipes that children can attempt in their own kitchens, making distant cuisines accessible and engaging. The book transforms abstract concepts about global diversity into concrete experiences through food, allowing young readers to connect with cultures they may never have encountered before.
Genres: travel, non-fiction, cooking, food, food-writing
Vibes: educational, engaging, informative, thought-provoking
Tropes: cultural-exploration, educational, experiential-learning, hands-on
Setting: Brazil, China, India, Morocco, Spain
40 pages · Hardcover · Union Square Kids