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Age Range
7 - 10
Genre
nonfiction
Copyright Year
2023-08-01
Page Count
64
Publisher
Nosy Crow
Grade Level
2nd - 5th
ISBN
9798887770185
Themes
food & culture
traditions

Welcome to Our Table: A Celebration of What Children Eat All Around the World

Written by Laura Mucha & Ed Smith and Illustrated by Harriet Lynas

From biltong to biryani, papaya to passionfruit, and ramen to roti, kids everywhere enjoy delicious dishes and special treats. In this fascinating story, young readers learn what families in different countries eat for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, where our food comes from, and the traditions and cultures behind each meal.

This warm‑hearted book encourages understanding, empathy, and respect—and may spark a lifelong love of food, flavor, and the many ways people share meals around the globe.

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Age Range
7 - 10
Genre
nonfiction
Copyright Year
2023-08-01
Page Count
64
Publisher
Nosy Crow
Grade Level
2nd - 5th
ISBN
9798887770185
Themes
food & culture
traditions
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