• Emily Snook, the World's Smallest Cook
  • Emily Snook, the World's Smallest Cook
  • Emily Snook, the World's Smallest Cook
  • Emily Snook, the World's Smallest Cook
  • Emily Snook, the World's Smallest Cook

Emily Snook, the World's Smallest Cook

Written by Laura Bower
Illustrated by Rekha Salin

Emily Snook is a whiz in the kitchen. But when she enters an international cooking contest and meets the competition, her hopes of winning deflate like a botched soufflé. Everyone is older, taller and in serious doubt of her cooking capabilities!

A classic underdog story, Emily Snook: The World's Smallest Cook reminds readers of the power of determination and a willingness to take risks. With the encouragement and support of her favorite sous chef - her grandpa - Emily tackles each cooking catastrophe that threatens her chance of winning. From utensils that are too big to counters too high, Emily Snook takes on the challenges of being the tiniest contestant, proving to everyone that being small doesn't mean you can't do it all.

Told with rhythmic rhyme and incorporating vibrant, kid-friendly illustrations, this story will delight young readers who enjoy crafting culinary creations of their own. It's a great choice for story-time at the library or for enhancing classroom discussions about perseverance and positivity, and of course, for reading with grandparents throughout the year.

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October 8, 2024

Key Concepts

Cooking, competition, perseverance, problem solving, and believing in yourself.

Additional Details

  • 10 inches wide x 10 inches tall
  • 32 Pages
  • Ages 4 to 8
  • Trade ISBN: 9781957655314
  • Ebook ISBN: 9781957655352

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    Reader Reviews

    • ★★★★★

      Seasoning with bright colors helps balance the added sugar in this can-do confection.


      Kirkus Reviews (Jul. 2024)

    • ★★★★★

      This flavorful story about a small girl packs a big punch.


      Booklist (Oct. 2024)

    • ★★★★★

      A delightful message-in-rhyme makes for a fun read-aloud for anyone who’s ever wondered if they have what it takes to accomplish a goal.


      School Library Journal (Oct. 2024)

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