Now You're Cooking (Op)

This collection of short stories is perfect for the reluctant middle-grade reader. Each of ten short stories is written by authors who identify well with middle-grade humor. Many of the stories incorporate a multi-cultural lesson ("A Taste of the World", "Pot Lucky"), or a lesson in healthy eating ("The Breakfast Battle"). Others provide important character lessons in things like tolerance and acceptance ("Stirring Up Trouble"). All stories are followed by a variety of simple, step-by-step recipes like Breakfast Burritos, Strawberry-Banana Smoothies, and African Chicken Peanut Butter Stew. Cooking safety tips and a recipe index are an added bonus that are sure to make this book a hit with children and adults alike!