What's in a Dumpling, Grandma?
What's in a Dumpling, Grandma?
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What's in a Dumpling, Grandma?

Written by Linda Meeker & illustrated by Sandra Eide
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4 - 8
Reading age
40
Page count
AD570L
Lexile measure
Nov 7, 2023
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From the creator of the TikTok sensation Grey and Mama (@greyandmama, 7.5M followers) and author of Thank You, Mama comes a Vietnamese American family story about a boy who loves to eat adventurously, comfort food, family tradition, and a grandmother’s love and wisdom.Join Grey and his cousin Mila as Grandma teaches them to cook bánh loc, Vietnamese dumplings, and passes down her memories of sharing this heritage comfort food with other loved ones.This warm-and-toasty picture book for 4-to-8-year-oldscelebrates the relationship between a grandparent and grandchild, explores the importance of family history and cultural heritage through the act of passing down a favorite recipe, honors the past while expressing joy for today’s memories-in-the-making, features the bright and imaginative artwork of Sandra Eide, offers a recipe for Grey’s grandma’s famous fish sauce, andincludes lots and lots of delicious dumplings! What’s in a Dumpling, Grandma? is the perfect storyfor families eager to help young children find meaning in family history and tradition;for kids who are interested in cooking; andto give as a gift for a grandparent’s birthday, the holidays, Grandparent’s Day, and Mother’s Day. This delicious story will leave your mouth watering and your heart full.

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    Book Details

    ISBN
    9781400244225
    Publication Date
    November 7, 2023
    Publisher
    Tommy Nelson
    Original Publication Date
    November 7, 2023
    Page Count
    40
    Audience
    Picture
    Reading Age
    4 - 8 years
    Lib. of Congress (LCCN)
    2023019189
    Lexile® Level
    AD570L
    Est. Fountas & Pinnell Level
    ~O
    Est. ATOS® Book Level
    ~3.7

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