Books About Dinner

The Best Dinner Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

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Looking for excellent children's books about dinner? This collection brings together Bookroo's highest-rated and most useful picks in one place.

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Picky Nicky
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Picture Book · Ages 3–5 · 1996

Picky Nicky

By Cathy East Dubowski, Mark Dubowski

A picky eater faces a clever family plan to change her ways.

32 pages· 232 words· Est. 2 min read-aloud
4.0/7 Bookroo·3.9/5 Goodreads · 50 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Nicky, a notoriously picky eater, insists she'd rather munch on bees and parrots than touch peas and carrots. Her family, determined to broaden her palate, concocts a creative scheme. Will their plan succeed, or will Nicky's stubbornness prevail? Dive into this delightful tale of culinary challenges and family ingenuity, where every meal becomes an adventure and every bite a potential breakthrough. Can Nicky's taste buds be transformed, or will her finicky habits win out in the end?
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1980

Mice Twice

Cat wants mice for dinner, but Mouse has a clever plan.

Caldecott Honor (1981)
32 pages· 941 words· Est. 8 min read-aloud
3.8/5 Goodreads · 564 ratings
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Paperback
Summary: Cat dreams of a double mouse feast, but Mouse is no easy prey. In this delightful tale, Mouse's cunning might just outsmart Cat's appetite. Can Mouse escape the dinner plate?
Picture Book · Ages 2–4 · 2011

Mouse Says "Sorry"

Mouse must use manners to make it home for supper.

20 pages· 38 words· Est. 1 min read-aloud
4.0/7 Bookroo·3.5/5 Goodreads · 429 ratings
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Board book
Summary: Mouse is racing against time to make it home for supper. But there's a catch—he must use his manners to navigate the journey. Will he remember to say 'please' and 'thank you' in time, or will his supper grow cold? This charming tale invites toddlers to discover the importance of politeness in everyday adventures.
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1992

The Berenstain Bears' Perfect Fishing Spot

A fishing trip goes awry. Can Mama's wisdom save dinner?

40 pages· 564 words· Est. 5 min read-aloud
3.6/5 Goodreads · 86 ratings
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Hardcover
Summary: Papa Bear leads Brother and Sister Bear on a quest for the perfect fish, but his plans quickly unravel. As mishaps mount, the trio must decide whether to heed Mama Bear's sage advice. Will they catch their dinner, or will Papa's stubbornness leave them empty-handed? Dive into this charming tale of family, adventure, and the unexpected twists that test their resolve.
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