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Whether you’re reading about how food grows, trying new foods, or cooking together, this checklist helps you choose stories that reflect children’s diverse food experiences and spark joyful, respectful conversations.
With this simple tool, you’ll feel confident choosing books that:
Looking for more? This resource is part of the Learning Together with Food e-learning module from Nourishing Beginnings, a free professional development program for ELCC educators.
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Supportive Books
Looking for book ideas that align with the “Four Questions to Ask Before Choosing a Book about Food”? Here are a few titles that promote curiosity, connection, and cultural appreciation during food-related learning.
🌍 This Is How We Do It: One Day in the Lives of Seven Kids from Around the World By Matt Lamothe
Follow a day in the lives of seven real children from different countries. Their meals are just one part of the story, but each one offers a curious and respectful window into cultural food practices.
🥟 Dim Sum for Everyone! By Grace Lin
This vibrant book invites readers to join a family as they enjoy dim sum at a restaurant. It introduces children to Chinese food traditions in a way that sparks curiosity and cultural appreciation.
🌱 Grandpa’s Garden By Stella Fry and Sheila Moxley
A gentle story that follows a young boy and his grandfather through a growing season. This book celebrates gardening, patience, and the joy of eating what you grow – with children shown as capable, involved participants.
🐲 Saturday at the Dragon House By Mireille Messier and Anne-Marie Bourgeois
Join a family of dragons as they spend Saturday getting ready for a special dinner. Children are shown as active participants, with a role in preparing food, arranging the eating space, and – importantly – taste testing! This book encourages curiosity about foods and highlights the value of shared food traditions. Click here to order your own copy.
💡Tip: You can use this checklist to evaluate other books, songs, or resources you plan to share with your group. Choose materials that reflect the children in your classroom and the many ways people enjoy food around the world. Have a great recommendation for a book, poem, or song? Share it with our team!
