Summer Supper
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$1673
Picture Book · Ages 3–7 · 2018 · Est. 1 min read-aloud

Summer Supper

By Rubin Pfeffer, Mike Austin (Illustrator)

Journey from seed to supper in a unique, alliterative farm-to-table tale.

3.7/5 Goodreads · 404 ratings
40 pages· 94 words· Est. 1 min read-aloud
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Bookroo's summary

Experience the journey from seed to supper in a whimsical tale told entirely with 's' words. As spring seeds sprout, a family meal takes shape, culminating in a summer picnic. This playful narrative, paired with vibrant illustrations, offers a fresh perspective on the farm-to-table process. Children will delight in the clever wordplay and visual storytelling, discovering humor and layers with each revisit. How does a simple seed transform into a savory dish? Dive into this unique adventure to find out!

From the publisher

From sowing seeds in spring to savoring succotash, follow the creation of a family meal from the farm to the picnic table on a warm summer evening. Told entirely in words beginning with the letter “s,” this book will give children an appreciation for the process by which their food travels to the dinner table.

Mike Austin cleverly incorporates Rubin Pfeffer’s words into his art and creates a visual feast in which kids will love to indulge! Layers of humor and storytelling make this worth many revisits.

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
40
Words
94
Reading age
3–7
Audience
Picture
Lexile
AD90L
Themes & topics
Books about foodBooks about travelBooks about summerBooks about gardeningBooks about cooking and food
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~1.2
F&P level
~D
Publication
Published
May 8, 2018
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9781524714642

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