Fry Bread
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Picture Book · Ages 3–6 · 2019 · Est. 3 min read-aloud

Fry Bread

Written by Kevin Noble Maillard · Illustrated by Juana Martinez-Neal

A poetic exploration of the significance of fry bread in Native American culture and identity.

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42 pages· 338 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud· NP0L
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Bookroo's summary

In 'Fry Bread,' a modern Native American family finds connection and identity through a simple yet profound tradition. As fry bread sizzles, it becomes more than food—it's a bridge across time, uniting generations and cultures. This evocative tale, told in verse, celebrates the blend of old and new, inviting readers to explore the rich tapestry of heritage and community. What stories and memories will fry bread uncover?

From the publisher

Told in lively and powerful verse by debut author Kevin Noble Maillard, Fry Bread is an evocative depiction of a modern Native American family, vibrantly illustrated by Pura Belpre Award winner and Caldecott Honoree Juana Martinez-Neal.

Fry bread is food.

It is warm and delicious, piled high on a plate.

Fry bread is time.

It brings families together for meals and new memories.

Fry bread is nation.

It is shared by many, from coast to coast and beyond.

Fry bread is us.

It is a celebration of old and new, traditional and modern, similarity and difference.

Awards

American Indian Youth Literature Award Finalist (2020)Robert F. Sibert Informational Book Award (2020)Charlotte Zolotow Honor (2020)
At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
42
Words
338
Reading age
3–6
Audience
Picture
Lexile
NPL
Themes & topics
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~0.1
F&P level
~A
Publication
Published
October 22, 2019
Publisher
Roaring Brook Press
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781626727465

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