Our Little Kitchen
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Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 2020 · Est. 4 min read-aloud

Our Little Kitchen

By Jillian Tamaki

Neighbors unite to cook a meal, turning chaos into community warmth.

4.2/5 Goodreads · 989 ratings
48 pages· 449 words· Est. 4 min read-aloud
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Bookroo's summary

In a bustling kitchen, neighbors gather to transform garden produce into a feast. Amidst the sizzle and chop, they create more than just a meal—they build community. Will their efforts bring everyone together in time? Discover the joy of shared food and friendship in this vibrant tale.

From the publisher

A lively celebration of food and community from Caldecott Honoree Jillian Tamaki

Tie on your apron! Roll up your sleeves!

Pans are out, oven is hot, the kitchen’s all ready!

Where do we start?

In this lively, rousing picture book from Caldecott Honoree Jillian Tamaki, a crew of resourceful neighbors comes together to prepare a meal for their community. With a garden full of produce, a joyfully chaotic kitchen, and a friendly meal shared at the table, Our Little Kitchen is a celebration of full bellies and looking out for one another. Bonus materials include recipes and an author’s note about the volunteering experience that inspired the book.

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Format
Pages
48
Words
449
Reading age
4–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
~241L
Themes & topics
Books about friendshipBooks about cooking and food
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
2
F&P level
~H
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
510721
Publication
Published
September 22, 2020
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781419746550

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