Book description
Cake is delicious, and comics are awesome: this exciting nonfiction graphic novel for kids combines both! Explore the history of desserts through a fun adventure with facts, legends, and recipes for readers to try at home.
Have you ever wondered who first thought to freeze cream? Or when people began…
Why read it?
2 authors picked Yummy as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
This recent release is a deep dive for young readers into the history of popular desserts, from brownies to biscotti. The gorgeous colors and charming character design make Yummy a joy to page through, but it's a great way to introduce to kids that people are responsible for the foods that we love – and sometimes our favorite dishes were complete accidents!
From Blue's list on graphic novels that make you hungry.
Food facts become even more delectable when they’re shared in graphic novel form. Adorable food sprites Peri, Fee, and Fada lead readers through facts, legends, and myths behind some of the world’s favorite sweets. What do doughnuts have to do with religion? What do boiled hooves have to do with jelly beans? You’ll have to read the book to find out. Plus, there are colorfully illustrated recipes! Who doesn’t want to bake snickerdoodles or a funfetti cake with a sprite?
From Mary's list on food facts.
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