Poppy's Family Recipes

By Lauren Semmer

Learn about the joy of making homemade meals Written and illustrated by the New York Times bestselling illustrator of The ABCs of Black History, this picture book shows that cooking can be fun, especially with your loved ones This book also includes two distinct jacket and case designs that make it the perfect gift.

Sunday afternoons are special for Poppy, because she gets to spend them with Granddad. Today they are preparing a meal from scratch

When Poppy is nervous about trying Granddad's famous coconut stew, he shares the rich family history behind his dish. Then, after looking through a book of Grandad's favorite recipes, they decide to make a sweet potato pie

From visiting the farmers market for local ingredients to cooking side by side with Granddad, Poppy learns that nothing feels better than sharing a home-cooked meal with the people you love.

New York Times bestselling author-illustrator Lauren Semmer serves up a heartfelt story about the joy of cooking and the power of family tradition. The book also includes two recipes for young readers to make.

This book features two unique illustrated covers, one on the jacket and the other on the case, that make it the perfect gift to share with loved ones

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0593710630
• ISBN13: 9780593710630
• Release Date: August 2026
• Publisher: Crown Books for Young Readers
• Length: 40 Pages
• Weight: 1.25 lbs.
• Age Range: 4 to 8 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 3