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Betty Crocker's classic cookbook for children is back-in an authentic reproduction of the original 1957 edition
A whole generation of Baby Boomers grew up with Betty Crocker's Cookbook for Boys and Girls, and they have helped to make it the one of the most requested titles in the Betty Crocker archives. Now back by popular demand, this timeless favorite stands ready to capture the hearts of a new generation of budding cooks. Packed with recipes that are just as popular with kids today as they were 45 years ago, it shows how to make everything from Ice Cream Cone Cakes and Pigs in Blankets to Cheese Dreams and Sloppy Joes. The small format, easy recipes, charming color illustrations and photographs, and even the cover, are all the same as they were in the 1957 edition-and just as delightful as ever. The only innovation is the concealed wire binding that lies flat for easy cooking while being sturdy enough to withstand energetic handling by kids in the kitchen. It's the ideal book to give or to keep, for retro appeal, and for getting today's kids started in the kitchen.
Customer Reviews:
pleasant memories!.......2007-09-26
This is the same cookbook all of my sisters and I used when we were kids. Some of our favorite recipes came from this book. I am going to use it to teach my grandkids how to cook and hopefully they will treasure it as well.
Too many prepared foods.......2007-05-16
I was a bit disappointed with this cookboook. Too many of the recipes called for box cake mixes or bisquick. I was hoping for more "from scratch" recipes.
A Great Primer.......2007-01-15
I had the original Betty Crocker's Cookbook for Boys and Girls when I was a child in the 1950's. I so enjoyed following the recipes and creating tasty treats for my father, mother and brothers.
After all these years, I still have my original cookbook, and recall it with great affection. I've also come to appreciate the many cooking and baking tips that I learned from the book so many years ago. (How to accurately measure; handy tips on organizing ingredients; a simple glossary of cooking terms; even "Kitchen Manners", such as, "Is everything spic and span? Then, your mother will be glad to have you cook again!") So, I was delighted to see Betty Crocker's Cookbook for Boys and Girls available on the Amazon website.
I purchased three copies as Christmas gifts; One for my sister-in-law, to enjoy with her grandchildren, one for my daughter, to share with her daughter, who is three years old, and another, to save for a future grandchild.
The book might be spiffier if some of the sepia, pen-and-ink illustrations were replaced with colorful photography. But such a change might, also, damage the "kitchiness" of this time-honored favorite. And I suggest that a table of common substitutions would be helpful. But, all-in-all, I highly recommend Betty Crocker's Cookbook for Boys and Girls as a great introduction to the kitchen for our budding chefs.
Blast from the past.......2006-12-23
I have had this book for.....wow, almost 50 years. My daughter was here yesterday and tried to steal it from me. I cannot give it up. It is in pretty good shape but there are many stains from use.
I ordered her one today, even though she is no longer a kid. I am intrested to see if all the recipes are in here. I understand the "Hobo Joe" thing and am not surprized, but how about the peanut butter creams, and the egg nog? These two recipes were made with raw eggs, a big no-no now. I do not care, I never got sick, and only use fresh eggs. The peanut butter creams were the thing my daughter wanted to make. They are her favorite and she remembers making them as a child. They taste like payday candy bars.
The cookie recipes are great! I also love the tuna burgers and eggs in a frame.
Yes, the book has a few items that are just put together, but this helps promote ideas, and are easy for kids to do.
This book is NOT just for children. I cannot bear to part with mine!!!!
Great Sugar Cookies! .......2006-08-23
I have the original 1957 book which is falling apart because of use when I was a child. I recently purchased two Betty Crocker's Cookbook for Boys and Girls to give as gifts for two young women who were looking for a great sugar cookie recipe to make with their children. The one in this cookbook is the best!! In fact I used it so much growing up I gave the recipe to my grandmother who continued to bake these cookies and send them to me when I was in college. With so many complicated and fancy recipes out there today, it was great to see this book still in print. A must have for families with young children!
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- Great new twist on an old story
- A hit with my three
- great twist on a classic
- Cute story; some negative language
- Empowering tale for Smart cookies! (Especially little GIRLS!)
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The Gingerbread Girl
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The lonely old woman and the lonely old man decide to bake a girl this time, but when they open the oven, she runs off like her brother did. Never fear, this smart cookie has a plan to outfox the fox. Will it work? Let's just say that the ending is sweet for everyone.
“Ernst's familiar art, here placed against gingham-check backgrounds, utilizes the oversize format to best advantage, with large characters leaping out of their frames. On the cover, the candy-studded Gingerbread Girl with licorice-whip hair stares boldly out at readers. Kids won't be able to resist following her inside.”—Booklist
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Great new twist on an old story.......2007-07-19
The Gingerbread Girl is much smarter than her older brother. She's not about to end up as the fox's dessert. She fools everyone and comes out on top. A great twist to the old tale with a girl in charge!
A hit with my three.......2007-06-24
I purchased this book to use with my kindergarten class, but I have shared it with the three cihldren I babysit for this summer (ages 4yrs.- boy, 6 and 8yrs.- girls). We have read this book A LOT. They have loved listening to it and have had a lot of discussion about comparisons to the Gingerread Boy. I llok forward to sharing it with my class. It is a great story that the children love.
great twist on a classic.......2007-06-21
found this book by chance at our local library, and my daughters (2 & 4) wouldn't let me return it. so i had to buy it. the artwork is great in the story, and we loved the refrain, "i'll run and i'll run with a leap and twirl." only line i don't read is one where the wolf refers to her as an "airhead." other than, it's my favorite book, too.
Cute story; some negative language.......2007-06-18
My five-year old daughter LOVES this book. They read it in her kindergarten class and she has read it over and over again. I just wish it didn't have the words "dumb" and "airhead" in it.
Empowering tale for Smart cookies! (Especially little GIRLS!).......2007-06-02
This was such a fun follow up to the tale of the doomed Gingerbread boy. It's about time someone outsmarted that darn fox. My girls giggled and loved the illustrations but the felt SO proud when in the end the little girl triumphed. What a fun retelling!!!
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"Father Hunger" is the emptiness experienced by women whose fathers are/were emotionally absent, a void that leads to unrealistic body image, yo-yo dieting, food fears and disordered eating patterns. "Father Hunger" is a common phenomenon of Western culture, whose dictates and myths limit a father's role, creating a loss for all family members. Dr. Maine also discusses practical solutions to help readers understand and improve their father/daughter relationships and help families reconnect.
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Thank you Dr. Maine!.......2002-06-24
This book makes sense to me. Focusing on a systems approach has brought the clairity and peace of mind I have needed. This book does not place blame on fathers but forces us to look at our parental figures as part of a bigger picture. I honestly feel this is one of the best books I have ever read. Relatives and friends of mine are eager to read read this book. Thank you Dr. Maine!
Very Freeing.......2002-04-26
There are so many self help books about the father wound. Most of them leave me intellectually stimulated but emotionally empty.
This book is different.
Dr. Maine speaks plainly and emotionally in this book. I haven't read all of it yet, but the parts I have read captured my feelings about my father perfectly. It explains his role--or lack thereof in my life--and it fosters me in my quest to mourn the void that I have inside due to his neglect and emotional absence.
The best part of the book is the statement that we must accept and change the role that society has foistered onto men. Men have been required to distance themselves from their emotions and to not have deep and intimate attachments. As such, when they become fathers, the experience requires intimacy on a much deeper level than they are accustomed to and often, they fail. In healing the father wound, we come to realize that it's not just ourselves that must heal, but our fathers also.
Because it is by encouraging men to heal and reconnect with themselves that they will ultimately reconnect with us.
Buy this book. Share with your friends. Tell anyone who will listen. Get healed, be free and do what we should have been doing all along with our fathers: enjoy one another.
Elementary.......2001-05-18
If you know nothing about eating disorders...If you're early in your teens or 20s and just waking up to the profound realization that the relationships you had with your parents might have influenced how you are in the world, you will probably get a lot out of this book as a starting place. If you're like me and you've read Geneen Roth, Susie Orbach, explored these issues in therapy, I doubt you'll be satisfied. I bought the book intrigued by the title expecting to get a deeper perspective about food and fathers. Nothing.
Excellent.......1997-07-30
This book is different from most eating disorder books because of its focus on the father. It really gives you a new perspective on how fathers are actually involved in a daughter's life without actually doing anything. As a recovering anorexic and bulimic, I found this book helpful in opening my mind up about the complex interactions that helped form my problems. Understanding the root of the problem makes solving it easier (but still not that easy)
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Cooking is child's play!
Bunny Rabbit Pancakes? Hot Diggity Dog Pizza Boats? Jiggly Fruit Salad? Now you can make them all—and lots more! This fun and friendly cookbook is bursting with great eats everybody will love, plus all the basic how-to's and tips every young cook needs.
Rise and shine breakfasts fruity favorites and fresh-baked treats
A bunch of great lunches fingerlicking sandwiches and more
Scrumptious suppers and sides dinners that will "wow" your parents
Tasty tidbits and snacktime bites perfect for weekends or after school
Festive party food including Halloween, afternoon tea and slumber parties
Awesome desserts super sweets like Night Crawler Cupcakes and Frozen Brownie Sundaes
Easy-cooking features "Tools You Need" list for each recipe; clear how-to instructions; color photo of each recipe; "Adult Helper" icons; safety information and more
For more great recipes visit Pillsbury.com
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Great book for kids and parents!.......2007-08-31
I love this book! I bought it for my 3 kids, ages 3-7. My daughter immediatley picked out recipes to make for the weekend. The book itself is a spiral book, so it lies on the counter nicely to read from while cooking. Every single recipe has a photo, which is great!! We have such a blast making recipes together. Besides kids learning to cook and use utensils, it is a perfect way to bond with your children. I highly recommend this book!
Not to early to start kids in the kitchen.......2007-02-22
Gave this to a young child who loves being in the kitchen with mom!
Great gift
Practical cookbook.......2007-01-16
After looking at several cookbooks geared to children, I selected this one because it was in a format similar to an adult cookbook, had excellent photographs and recipes to make fun food. It was laid out in a orderly manner, whereas other cookbooks for children were not.
Kids cookbook.......2007-01-15
This book is nice but however, I was hoping it would have more basic things to make. Has a good section for themed parties and holidays etc. Alot of the items are specialty items not everyday food to make.
Mom & Kid Tested, Both Approved.......2007-01-06
I taught both my sons to cook before they left for college. My daughter-in-law is not a cook. I thought my seven year-old grandson needs to learn to cook if he is to eat much more than something from the drive thru. This was his Christmas present. Both mom and son looked thru the book and selected dishes they each wanted to prepare. They made their grocery list, went shopping for the ingredients, and prepared their dishes. So far, everyone involved is very pleased with the results and proud of their efforts. I'm told everyone in the family likes the cookbook because it can be used by cooks of different ages and different skills levels. Thank you, Pillsbury!!
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With sassy, city-girl wit, the self-proclaimed princesses of a new urban culinary lifestyle share a collection of over 120 of their favorite recipes that are sure to complement every stage of a growing romance. Whether you're planning an intimate dinner for two with your honey or a down home feast reminiscent of his Mama's Sunday dinner, The Get' Em Girl's Guide to Unlocking the Power of Cuisine is filled with helpful advice from stocking your pantry and shopping for basic kitchen tools to tips on proper setting and wine selections. The Get 'Em Girl's Guide to Unlocking the Power of Cuisine has the recipes that you'll want to cook and eat but is about much more than the food; it's about investing time in yourself and your relationship. Going after what you want in unconventional ways. Thinking outside the box- and going out and getting what's yours!
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Excited about Hooking up a meal plan.......2007-06-08
I am so excited that I was allowed to meet the authors of this book. I have never been big on actually cooking but once I got home and skimmed through this book, it was on. I am definitely hitting the supermarket and putting some of these treats to the test.
The book is quick, light and definitely something to try.
This is "The Secret".......2007-05-20
I love this cookbook so much that I purchased seven copies to send to some friends. The recipes are easy and fun.
The Southern Girls iced tea is an awesome treat. I no longer cook without consulting this cookbook first.
My goal is to prepare everything in this book.
You must try the brown sugar glazed salmon it is the best meal I have prepared for my husband in years.
I would suggest that all ladies, especially ladies that are trying to find Mr. Right purchase this cookbook. This book is the real SECRET.
Mmm mmm Good!!.......2007-05-18
The Get'Em Girls Guide is my new bible!! Can I get an AMEN!!
Seriously though, this book is great. It's not just a cookbook, the recipes are homespun and the techniques are easy enough that anyone can attempt to create the masterpieces described, and if done right they might Get`Em!!!
I loved it! I recommend the smothered pork/turkey chop recipe!!
Good work Subira publishing.
The Girl Has Skills.......2007-05-09
Skills, that's what this book is about. I never heard of anyone doing anything well, without having the skills to accomplish what they set out to do. The Get 'Em Girls give you the tools to set the perfect table, select the perfect wine and cook the perfect meal for whatever the occasion requires. Great tips for the newbie cook and great recipes for anyone who wants to impress. I also liked the non-cooking writing, I really like these women, they have brains and heart. Enjoy!!
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Insatiable is an astonishingly moving story of four teenage girls whose shame, fear and confusion compel them to binge, purge and refuse to eat in misguided attempts to feel safe and in control of their lives. This incredible, imaginative story, written in episodic format, is based on real case histories and tells a true-to-life story through character-driven vignettes. Insatiable will envelop readers in the personal and seemingly tangible worlds of each of the main characters. What makes this novel so forceful and vibrant is the way Eliot weaves her story through dynamics that inform these friendships and the therapy that helps them address their pain and fears. For every teen trapped in this seemingly endless cycle, and those who simply enjoy reading about real life issues (i.e. teen bestsellers Speak and Smack), Insatiable is a must-read.
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Tries, doesn't quite deliver........2006-09-21
Eve Eliot, Insatiable (HCI Teens, 2001)
Eve Eliot has done something that few, if any, other authors who write about eating disorders have done: she considered the fat kid.
I mean, think about it. We're constantly hearing that childhood obesity is an epidemic in the United States, and the diet book industry has gone through the roof in the past couple of decades. (Would that I'd written The Eat Your Weight in Bushes and Slim Down! diet book five years ago. I'd be rich.) And yet every book I've picked up dealing with childhood eating disorders is preoccupied with anorexia and bulimia. One might call it an obsession, even. Books on eating disorders, as a rule, do not talk about childhood obesity.
Eliot feels the pull, though. Anorexia and bulimia is sexy, from the perspective of addressing eating disorders. And three-quarters of Eliot's main characters fall solidly into the anorexia/bulimia camp, and those three, as one would expect, get much of the screen time here (and more of the drama). But at least we have Phoebe, the smart, popular girl who cannot stop eating. And her presence in this book alone, let alone the fact that certain chapters of the book focus on her, raises the book a couple of notches by itself.
Eliot gives us the story (thinly-veiled nonfiction, I'd expect; Publisher's Weekly calls it "a work of fiction based on actual case histories," which I assume means it's got more truthiness than, say, a James Frey book) of four teenagers who all have eating problems. They also have a few side-effect-style problems (one character is a cutter, though the actual descriptions of cutting and its psychological effects sound more like they were absorbed from a psych journal instead of direct experience), but the eating disorders take center stage.
There's a lot of potential here, but much of the time, I wasn't sure under what it was hiding. The dialogue tends to flatness, the characters to steretypical actions (though they are well-drawn, especially for a book based on case histories), and the whole thing seems dated thanks to the details on which Eliot chose to focus in places, especially clothing and hairstyles. But Eliot does rise up from the mundane every once in a while, and when she does, this becomes a fascinating little work. Most of these times are when the girls are at their worst and give in to whatever desire each happens to be fighting. When Eliot's writing the bad stuff, she really takes off. It's the connective tissue in between that could have used some work.
But still, she considered the fat girl. And that's worth checking out, for its rarity if nothing else. ** ½
annoying.......2006-03-27
Okay, I haven't finished reading this book. So far it's just getting on my nerves with all of the stupid dialogue, flat, boring characters, and horrible writing.
I also noticed that the author's favorite color seems to be green for most things she describes are green (i.e., green shirt, green couch, lime green hair thing, etc). And that's getting on my nerves.
Seriously, like some people have mentioned, the dialogue in this book is unrealistic. Someone else stated that the author is trying too hard and I agree.
Someone else stated that this book is triggering and I agree. It made me want to eat like the fat girl. And not eat like the anorexic smoker.
This book is weird and it sucks and I'm not even halfway done with it. The author gets repetitive with the bulimic's OCD about cleaning her room and looking at zebras and the fat one wanting to be skinny like the anorexic smoker.
Don't bother with this book. It's a waste.
Insatiable.......2005-09-30
This book got off to a fairly good start; the situations are catching. However, I think that the author tried to include a little too much. Jessica-anorexic AND a smoker; Hannah-bulimic AND dealing with being an asexual lesbian; Samantha-anorexic AND a cutter, and so on, and also in making Phoebe, the friendly, intelligent binger, and Jessica, her polar opposite (a cold, rather empty-headed anorexic) her best friend. The ending was also very predictable in the way things worked out: one by one three of the four girls start therapy, then the fourth one dies. It's rather unrealistic. Too many eating-disorder books end in Therapy Happily Ever After.
The scenes in which each girl succumbed to her disorder were fairly thrilling and very well written. The thoughts were absorbing and you could really identify with them, even if you had never felt them before, as when I read about Hannah throwing up. Eliot captured in great detail the gist of each disorder and the forced lifestyle that follows, but I think she's too into happy endings.
This book makes you want to starve yourself.......2005-04-15
I think that people should stop writing books on Anorexia, Bulimia and Cutting because it only drives you to do it.
While reading this book I myself suffer from being a Cutter and a Bulimic, every time Samantha cut herself it made me want to cut, every time Hannah made herself throw up I wanted to make myself throw up, every time Phoebe went into the kitchen to fill up on milk, cookies, ice cream and pie, it made me want to do the same thing, and every time Jessica starved her self for food it made me want to starve myself.
If your Anorexic, Bulimic or a Cutter you shouldn't read this book because it doesn't help you at all it only inspires you to harm yourself even more.
This was a good book but it has some bad effects.
Insatiable .......2004-12-08
By: Nicole Rojas ISBN 1558748180 Image coming home every day with that one felling that you are fat? With that felling that you could any day grow up to be a big and plump. The sad part about this may be that felling inside your self but the even worse part about it that hundreds and thousands of teens around the world feel this way about their body. Teens with Anorexia and Bulimia aren't really self-confident about their body image. They could be the skinniest people in the world and yet they are hurt by food. This is all learned in the book Insatiable by: Eve Eliot
Jessica, Hannah, Samantha, and Phoebe are all four girls with the same sort of problems having to deal with food. Hannah, who is the one in the book that throws up, deals with her mothers death and pretty much blames it on herself for the loose of her mother. She does eat but the thing that she has is Bulimia. Where you throw-up right after your eat. It is a though she has these cravings for food but once she gobbles them all down she purges. Samantha, a blond cheerleader is another character in the book. Samantha faces the trouble of Anorexia and is dealt with her boyfriend dumping her because of her Anorexia he is scared to know what might happen if he continues the relation ship any longer. Jessica who is also friends with Phoebe in the book consist of cutting her se......Phoebe is a normal girl who's father stress her out on about her weight. Her father thinks that Phoebe should start to look more like the young ladies and teens he photographs. In the book Phoebe feels as though she cannot do any thing about it. What do Phoebe learn once Jessica dies? You'll have to read to find out!
It is a very hart thumping book that will have you go to the edge of your seat. With in every chapter there is a problem. This book was very interesting to read and I think that most teenage girls will really enjoy this book. All of them dealt the same subject but in different issues. It is worth reading and the cool thing about it is that most of the stuff are facts since the author is a therapist with eating disordered teens.
Book Description
Emilie Barnes invites her little friends to enjoy the wonder of teatime. Whimsical images by artist Michal Sparks dance around the many creative ideas for invitations, decorations, tasty treats, and frolicking fun activities for six parties, including Elizabeth’s Pony Club Tea, A Musical Tea, and Tea with Grammy.
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Tea Party.......2007-03-27
A good book, but not as well done as some of the others.
Good book........2006-07-09
This book has good ideas about different kinds of tea parties. But not many of them fit my daughters likes. We enjoyed it though.
Let's Have a Tea Party by Emilie Barnes - Wonderful!!.......2006-07-05
What a great book for little girls!! This was exactly as described in info given by Amazon. It gives you different suggestions for tea parties, as well as ideas to get you started with your own creations. Lots of recipes and crafts, just right for little girls! Mine loved it!!!
Precious Tea Time.......2003-06-21
Sweet story...........loved the prayer. My grandaughter's
and I will enjoy the book and many tea parties!
Let's Havev a Tea Party.......2002-12-20
This is an absolutely wonderful book! It has everything a child or adult would want to know about Tea Parties including child-friendly recipes and crafts. I liked it so much I kept it for myself and ordered two more for my grandaughters. Ok, so I never grew up. It's still a great book.
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- The title maybe Ugly Vegetables, but it's beautiful story
- The Ugly Vegetables
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- An awesome book and receipe included, how great is that!
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Author/Illustrator: Grace Lin
The Ugly Vegetables was Grace Lin's first book for children and was inspired by her own childhood growing up in New Hartford, New York among her mother's gardens of ugly vegetables. Immediate response to this charming and effervescent book has been overwhelming, even earning a pointered review in Kirkus Reviews.
Grace lives in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
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The title maybe Ugly Vegetables, but it's beautiful story.......2007-05-13
I was drawn to this book for several reasons. First off, I have a child born in and adopted from China and am naturally drawn to books relating to Chinese people. As much as I want her to understand her birth culture I am also learning at the same time. We have several Grace Lin books in our library at home and have loved everyone of them. What I love about this book is that it illustrates how we all have something to teach one another and that through our sharing and teaching we actually become comfortable with ourselves. This isn't just a book about some unusual vegetables, it's a story about people and what we each have to offer the world.
The Ugly Vegetables.......2006-03-15
One of my two year olds favorite books. Beautiful illustrations and a fun story, especially if coming from a gardening background. My daughter also loves trying to say the Chinese words for the vegetables at the end of the book.
Enjoyable.......2005-10-04
I bought this book for my 3 year old, but I think it's a bit too complicated for her. The story is lovely, and I bought this based on our enjoyment together of several other books illustrated and/or written by Ms. Lin. However, her attention span at 3 is too short to get through all of the narrative, so we just looked at the pictures while I summarized. The pictures, as usual, were colorful and intriguing, but we put this book aside for next Summer, when she'll be closer to 4, and we can read it together as we plan our own "ugly" vegetable garden.
An awesome book and receipe included, how great is that!.......2004-08-22
Each Grace Lin book I get, I am just so impressed by her talent! Every child loves to get their hands into dirt and growing flowers or vegetables is always fun and gives the child great pride to show everyone their hard work and or beautiful flowers!
Every child wants to be just the same as their friends, especially those in the neighborhood. Mom and daughter start in the spring to plant their garden and while everyone else in the neighborhood each have their own way of tending their gardens totally different from how her and her mom garden. When their plants appear they look like grass, where other neighbors' appear they look like normal plants.
The little girl constantly asks questions as all children do, why mommy, why mommy and her mommy patiently answers each of her daughters questions. When others in the neighborhood have beautiful flowersthat smell so good, the little girls garden has what she sees as ugly plants with no beautiful scents. Once the vegetables are ready to be harvested the little girl and mother gather their wheelbarrow with their vegetables. Later that afternoon the daughter is out playing in the yard and smells a wonderful smell and it's coming from her house! Her mom has made soup using their harvest and her mom gives her a bowl..... it tastes so good! Then there comes knocking at their door and it's the little girls neighbors wanting to trade their beautiful flowers for a bowl of soup. The Mom tells the neighbors about each vegetables and the next spring the little girl notices her neighbors growing " Ugly Vegetables" too!
I love that Lin includes a receipe to make using these so called "ugly vegetables" and that she included their names and even sounded them out. Keep up the good work Mrs. Lin and I'll keep on buying your books and singing praises to anyone who'll read my reviews!
Should Be in Every Library!.......2001-06-29
This was a wonderful story that my husband and children just loved. We learned about some new vegetables in the process. As a kid I wasn't fond of bitter melon, but I'm willing to give it a second try after reading the book! My 5 and 6 year old boys are clamoring for us to go out, buy some ugly vegetables, and make the soup! This book appeals to every member of the family and the illustrations are beautiful.
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- Cookbook draws excitement
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The Lost Files of Nancy Drew
ASIN: 0448439840 |
Book Description
Nancy Drew is not only a great detective—she's also a great cook! With recipes for breakfast, lunch, and dinner (plus those meals in between), this cookbook has the right dish for everyone. And because the recipes tie in to the most famous Nancy Drew mysteries, this book is a must-have for every fan of the world's greatest super sleuth!
Customer Reviews:
So Cute!.......2007-09-02
I got this book for my daughter and absolutely love it. We are big Nancy Drew fans and thought we might like the book. Not only is it fun because it uses Nancy's cases and friends for inspiration for the recipes, the recipes are also really good. We've enjoyed this book a lot!
Not worth it.......2007-08-06
I bought this thinking it would have Nancy Drew references on each page--Not So! This is just an average cookbook with recipes renamed to reflect some of the Nancy Drew titles. I ended up returning it to Amazon. My Nancy Drew fan would have been disappointed if she'd gotten this for her birthday. Look for "The Lost Files of Nancy Drew" instead.
A Retro Classic, With Some Good Stuff.......2006-08-09
The authors of the Nancy Drew Cookbook have cleverly and completely captured the essence of the Nancy Drew novels, as they still existed in the early 1970s (I understand Miss Drew has been significantly updated in recent years).
Most of the recipes look as if they were designed by a dietitian for a school cafeteria, but there are a few bright spots here and there, as well as many actual good cooking and entertaining tips.
I once held an Elvis party and tried to recreate Elvis' favorite foods. This is the type of cookbook I used, one which offered essentially plain, homey food, not at all in accord with today's dietary fashions.
Cookbook draws excitement.......2006-03-22
My daughter received this book as a birthday present, and was elated.
Fab!.......2006-01-21
This book was so cool and i was so excited to get it. I love any Nacey Drew book and I love to cook so this works very well! lol!
Book Description
Girls love to show off their cooking skills to family and friends. With Tiny Treats, they can turn a plain party into a chef's showcase by making petite sweets. Creative recipes for tasty treats, such as tiny pies, cakes, and croissants, are easy to follow with step-by-step instructions and more than 100 colorful photographs. The plastic cover helps keep pages clean. Includes tips on how to display and serve treats or give them as gifts.
Customer Reviews:
Fun Foods for Kids to Make!.......2007-01-09
Perfect age? 9.
Makes a great gift, we surprised our daughter with this and Micro Mini book for X-Mas. She started making the donuts right away. A spark of imagination and you can easily subsitute any of the items for ones you have at home.
Tiny Treats.......2006-07-17
This is an amazing book!I stumbled upon it on accident.I dont have kids,but always enjoy different cute food projects.The instrucions are easy to follow and ingredients are mostly have-on-hand or easy to find.Great fun!
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