Books About Food History

The Best Food History Books for Kids

By the Bookroo Editors

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

Start with our editorial favorites, then browse recommendations organized by reading stage to find the right book for your reader.

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Our 4 Favorite Books About Food History

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Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2021

Yummy

By Victoria Grace Elliott · Book #1 in the Yummy series

Discover the sweet secrets of desserts through a fun, fact-filled adventure.

240 pages· 18,734 words· Est. 3.5 hour read
4.2/5 Goodreads · 1,303 ratings
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Summary: Join Peri on a delightful journey through the history of desserts, uncovering the origins of ice cream cones and the accidental creation of brownies. This graphic novel blends fun facts, legends, and easy recipes, inviting young readers to explore and taste the stories behind their favorite treats. Who first froze cream? When did fruity pastries begin? Dive into this sweet adventure and find out!
Chapter Book · Ages 8–12 · 2023

Tasty

Uncover the surprising origins of your favorite foods in this tasty graphic novel.

240 pages· 13,374 words· Est. 2.5 hour read
4.1/5 Goodreads · 490 ratings
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Summary: Dive into a world where food sprites reveal the fascinating origins of beloved dishes. Discover how cheese, pickles, and soda came to be, with each chapter offering a story and a recipe. This graphic novel blends history and culinary adventure, inviting you to explore the delicious experiments that shaped our meals. What secrets will you uncover about your favorite foods?
Chapter Book · Ages 5–9 · 2006

The Magic School Bus at the First Thanksgiving

Can Ms. Frizzle's class uncover the truth about the first Thanksgiving feast?

32 pages· 909 words· Est. 11 min read
4.0/5 Goodreads · 62 ratings
Summary: Join Ms. Frizzle and her adventurous class as they travel back in time to the first Thanksgiving. With no pumpkin pie in sight, the students are on a mission to discover what the Pilgrims really ate. Will their journey reveal surprising truths about this historic meal? Hop on the Magic School Bus for a culinary adventure that blends history with mystery, and find out if the past holds more than just turkey and stuffing.
Picture Book · Ages 4–8 · 1992

The Life and Times of the Apple

Discover the secrets behind apples' growth, history, and uses.

32 pages· 3,556 words· Est. 28 min read-aloud
4.0/5 Goodreads · 56 ratings
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Summary: Uncover the fascinating journey of apples from seed to harvest. Explore the intricate techniques of crossbreeding and grafting, and delve into the diverse varieties and rich history of this beloved fruit. What secrets lie within the orchard?
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