A. American Heart Association Kid’s Cookbook: All Recipes Made by Real Kids in Real Kitchens
American Heart Association
127 pp.
Crown Publishing Group, 1993
ISBN: 0-81-291930-0
Age: 6-12 years
Abstract: Contains colorful illustrations and contains quick and easy heart-healthy recipes that kids will enjoy.

B. Cook and Learn: Nutritious Foods from Various Cultures
Thelma Harms
192 pp.
Red Leaf Press, 1981
ISBN: 0-20-109424-X
Age: 4-8 years
Abstract: A child’s cookbook of single-portion recipes from a variety of cultures.

C. Dinner From Dirt
Emily Scott and Catherine Duffy
48 pp.
Gibbs Smith Publishing, 1998
ISBN: 0-87-905840-4
Age: 7-12 years
Abstract: This cookbook allows kids to prepare and eat foods they have grown in their garden. Kids can make a pizza garden, a spaghetti garden, a soup garden, and desserts such as sugar ‘n spice pumpkin bars and pumpkin chocolate chip cookies.

D. Hey Kids You’re Cookin’ Now: A Global Awareness Cooking Adventure
Dianne Pratt
160 pp.
Harvest Hill, 1998
ISBN: 1-88-686207-9
Age: 9-12 years
Abstract: This children's cookbook contains 80 healthy recipes with nutritional analyses, 100 full-color illustrations, 25 craft and ecology experiments, kitchen safety and cooking preparation, a culinary glossary, and a measurement conversion table.

E. Honest Pretzels: And 64 Other Amazing Recipes for Cooks Ages 8 and Up
Mollie Katzen
192 pp.
Red Leaf Press, 1999
ISBN: 1-88-367286-0
Age: 8-12 years
Abstract: This book contains many fun and easy recipes for school-age children, but will also give the cook reading and math practice. Safety tips are included.

F. Storybook Stew
Suzanne Barchers and Peter Rauen
109 pp.
Fulcrum Publishing Company, 1996
ISBN: 1-55-591944-8
Age: 5 and up
Abstract: Each recipe in this book is accompanied by a featured book and a suggested activity. For example, you can read about The Story of Johnny Appleseed, make Johnny’s Apple Butter, and create your own apple prints.

G. Gobble up Math
Sue Mograd & Kelly Kennedy
136 pp.
Creative Teaching Press, Inc., 1994
ISBN: 0-88-160262-0
Age: 5-9 years
Abstract: Kids will have fun learning math concepts while using nutritious food. Activities incorporate the Food Guide Pyramid, patterns, geometry, measurement, fractions, estimations, and more. A delicious way to learn about math and nutrition.

H. The Science Chef: 100 Fun Food Experiments and Recipes for Kids
Joan D’Amico and Karen Eich Drummond
180 pp.
J. Wiley, 1994
ISBN: 0-47-131045-X
Age: 9-12 years
Abstract: This book examines the science of food, while instructing children on the science behind various cooking reactions. Answers such questions as "How Does Bread Rise?" and "Why Does Popcorn Pop?" Includes over 100 simpl e, quick recipes that can be made with easy-to-obtain ingredients and standard kitchen equipment.

I. The Berenstain Bears and Too Much Junk Food
Stan and Jan Berenstain
30 pp.
Random House, 1995
ISBN: 0-39-487217-7
Age: 4-8 years
Abstract:Improving health and fitness by eating nutritious meals and snacks and increasing physical activity is the central theme of this colorfully illustrated children’s book about the Berenstain Bear family.

J. Today is Monday
Eric Carle
32 pp.
New York: Philomel Books, 1993
ISBN: 0-39-923605-8
Age: 4-8 years
Abstract: Each day of the week brings a new food. When Sunday arrives, children from around the world gather to share their favorite foods.

II. Links to Lessons. The above resources can be useful lesson adjuncts for the following HealthTeacher lessons: